Most plant bulbs put out UVA but not UVB. You would definitely need to check the UVB level with a meter. Otherwise, I would stick to bulbs specifically designed for reptiles with guaranteed UVB output.
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Most plant bulbs put out UVA but not UVB. You would definitely need to check the UVB level with a meter. Otherwise, I would stick to bulbs specifically designed for reptiles with guaranteed UVB output.
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