(2 Pack) Zoo Med Reptisun 10.0 Uvb Mini Compact Fluorescent

I use these for my Russian tortoise. He loves them and they last 12 months and are the perfect size for his enclosure. They’re the perfect brightness for his enclosure. Love them and will keep ordering every time he needs one.

You're reading a review of one of the most respected bulbs in the reptile industry.A good low wattage full-spectrum light with beneficial UVB for good measure... there's not a lot NOT to like about a combination like that. Do be aware, however, that this bulb does not produce much in the way of heat--this is not a basking bulb. You'll absolutely need to consider a heat source for your reptile, along with the appropriate fixture. This bulb is intended to display your animals while giving them the ultraviolet radiation they require in order to produce vitamin D3, which aids in calcium absorption. This is an important--yet often overlooked--method of avoiding metabolic bone disease, and should be considered a vital part of keeping lizards, turtles, and tortoises. One can spend a nice chunk of money on reptile lighting, but getting it right is much cheaper than vet bills down the road: It's easier to keep an animal healthy than it is to make a sick animal well. Bulbs like these very well help decide that difference with many herps--especially with iguanas and bearded dragons.Keeping reptiles is a fun hobby. Having those reptiles thrive under your care is its own reward.Zoo Med recommends replacing these bulbs every year, since the bulbs stop producing ultraviolet radiation well before they stop producing light. While this cuts against the grain for those of us who only replace light bulbs when they burn out, best mark your calendar when you install these (or, as I do, date a label and stick it to the back of the fixture).

I have always use this brand. It works well. Long lasting.

Living in Michigan, my torti has to spend a few months in the basement. (Sadly, not his favoite crib.) I have used these lights for about 15 years now and I often find him resting underneath them. I do date the bulbs and rotate them out as specified by the manufacturer. He is happy, healthy, and these help mimic the UV he needs.

The lights both worked well the first time i purchased, usually lasting a few months. However, this second time i bought them the first bulb went out in only two weeks ): definitely a bummer i'm hoping it's only in one and not a common thing. Other than that they r good bulbs !

I needed to replace the bulb that I have for my tortoise Mary, this help her stay warm and good item to stock up for when the light bulb goes out!

Most pet store sell these for $30 a piece way too pricey exact same brand I buy and works great but for half cost

I like them it's cheaper to get the lights on amzn than at pets mart .