Repti-Zoo Desert Lamp 10.0 UVB 15W - E27 bulb

Why use UVB lighting in a terrarium?
UVB lighting is essential for the healthy life of most reptiles from both desert and tropical regions. Primarily, it stimulates the synthesis of vitamin D3, and additionally enhances appetite, activity, and reproductive behaviors, helps recognize the environment and sexual partners, assists in foraging for food, and increases the vitality and activity of the animal.

What can go wrong without UVB lighting?
Birds and reptiles, unlike humans, have the appropriate receptors to perceive ultraviolet light. An animal can lose its sense of direction, become aggressive or lethargic in the absence of UVB light. Moreover, a lack of UV rays can lead to various diseases, including bone deformities.

Which animals are suitable for the UVB 10.0 15W bulb?
All species of reptiles from semi-desert and desert areas. Most diurnal geckos, snakes, mammals, some amphibians, all turtles, and scorpions.

At what height should it be mounted?
The bulb is effective at a height of 15 to 60 cm.

Is the UVB Repti-Zoo bulb better than others?
It has a higher output, better emission of UVB and UVA light.
UVB bulbs Repti-Zoo have passed rigorous American ELT certification and have been successfully sold in the American market since 2015.

Is the bulb different from others available on the market?
It has a higher output and emits more UVB rays, contributing to a better ratio of uW per cm2.
The built-in next-generation ballast does not cause light flickering when turned on and significantly extends the lifespan and effectiveness of the bulb. The electronic components are produced in Japan.

Why do bulbs from other manufacturers often fail?
Inside the housing, there is complex electronics that maintain the fluorescent part at the correct voltage and current. These components are usually of poor quality and do not have the appropriate certifications.



Repti-Zoo is the brand of the world's largest manufacturer of terrarium equipment. Most well-known and respected companies use their factories, experience, services, and goods. Their products can be found among the offerings of the best brands from around the world, including Germany, England, Australia, the USA, and Japan. Recently, products from this brand have also been available to customers under the official manufacturer name - Repti-Zoo.
This is a top-class brand, whose products are created in collaboration with world-class herpetologists, making the products appealing not only to well-known companies but also to private breeders. Repti-Zoo are pioneers of new solutions that are well-regarded by customers.