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robyn@ProExotics
at Tue Dec 30 18:18:02 2003 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by robyn@ProExotics ]
we have never used UVB stuff, so i wouldn't be able to say anything about color differences...
healthwise, which is where my main concern lies, i think good supplementation is more effective, and certainly more affordable.
the anecdotal evidence from a large number of lizard breeders that DON'T use full spectrum lighting speaks for itself, i think. i don't think UVB bulbs will do any harm, it is just not necessary for an experienced keeper. certainly newbies that don't use ANYTHING can have disastrous results, but that is more ignorance than UVB pro or con : )
if i wanted to pursue color potential, i would probably setup some type of natural sun exposure time, perhaps we will play with that after winter : )
the one thing that does bother me about the UVB stuff is the cost. the bulbs are only effective for a short period, and they cost quite a bit. i can buy nearly 20 of my favorite 45 or 90 watt halogen flood bulbs for the cost of a single "power" type UVB bulb, and i get terrific basking temps of 130-160 using those bulbs, at a MUCH lower wattage as well...
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robyn@proexotics.com
Pro Exotics Reptiles
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- Robyn at ProExotics, and others that don't use UVB lights. - Rik, Tue Dec 30 16:29:53 2003
- RE: Robyn at ProExotics, and others that don't use UVB lights. - el_toro, Tue Dec 30 17:26:16 2003
- I've been wondering about UV lights as well... - -ryan-, Tue Dec 30 18:01:11 2003
 RE: Robyn at ProExotics, and others that don't use UVB lights. - robyn@ProExotics, Tue Dec 30 18:18:02 2003- RE: Robyn at ProExotics, and others that don't use UVB lights. - azteclizard, Tue Dec 30 19:10:37 2003
- RE: Robyn at ProExotics, and others that don't use UVB lights. - btorgy, Tue Dec 30 19:14:41 2003
- RE: Robyn at ProExotics, and others that don't use UVB lights. - Rik, Tue Dec 30 19:38:20 2003
- RE: Robyn at ProExotics, and others that don't use UVB lights. - lizardchild, Tue Dec 30 23:10:36 2003
- Azteclizard has a very good point.... - -ryan-, Tue Dec 30 23:46:43 2003
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