Repti-Zoo Desert Lamp 10.0 UVB 26W - E27 bulb

Why use UVB lighting in a terrarium?
UVB lighting is essential for the healthy life of most reptiles from desert and tropical regions. It primarily stimulates the synthesis of vitamin D3, and additionally boosts appetite, activity, and reproductive behaviors, helps recognize the environment and sexual partners, aids in food searching, and increases the vitality and activity of the animal.

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

Which animals is the UVB 10.0 26W bulb suitable for?
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 works effectively at a height of 15 to 60 cm.

Is the UVB Repti-Zoo bulb better than others?
It has higher power, better emission of UVB and UVA light rays.
UVB bulbs Repti-Zoo have passed the 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 higher power and emits more UVB rays, contributing to a better ratio of µW to cm².
The built-in next-generation ballast does not cause light flickering when turned on and significantly prolongs the lifespan and effectiveness of the bulb. The electronic components are produced in Japan.

Why do bulbs from other manufacturers often fail?
Inside the casing, there is complex electronics that maintains the fluorescent part at the proper voltage and current. These components are usually of poor quality and lack 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 from Germany, England, Australia, the USA, and Japan. Recently, products of this brand have also been available to customers under the official manufacturer's name - Repti-Zoo.
This is a top-tier brand, whose products are created with the collaboration of world-class herpetologists, which makes the products appealing not only to well-known companies but also to private breeders. Repti-Zoo are pioneers of new solutions that are appreciated by customers.