Exo Terra’s Natural Light is a 25W full-spectrum daylight bulb, designed to replicate natural sunlight within your terrarium. Its high visual light output and a colour rendering index of 98 (CRI) ensure that colours appear vibrant and natural, creating an appealing environment for your reptiles and amphibians. It’s a superb choice for providing general illumination and promoting plant growth.
Main Features
- Full spectrum daylight bulb
- Stimulates appetite and activity through UVA
- High visual light output (6700 K)
- Ideal for planted terrariums
Pros
- Provides an ideal daylight spectrum
- Encourages plant growth within the terrarium
- High colour rendering index (CRI) of 98
Cons
- Does not provide UVB; requires supplementary UVB lighting for some reptiles
- Specifically designed for animals with low UV requirements
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 25 Watts |
| Colour Temperature | 6700 K |
| Suitable for | Reptiles, Amphibians, Planted Terrariums |
| Spectrum | Full Spectrum Daylight |
Buyer Tips
- Consider the specific UV requirements of your reptile; this bulb does not provide UVB.
- This bulb is well-suited for terrariums with live plants, as it promotes plant growth.
- Combine with a UVB bulb if your reptile requires UVB for optimal health.
- Snakes, amphibians, and nocturnal animals generally have lower UV requirements, making this bulb suitable.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Is this bulb suitable for all reptiles?
The Exo Terra Natural Light is ideal for reptiles and amphibians with lower UV requirements, such as snakes, amphibians and nocturnal animals. If your reptile requires UVB, it should be combined with a Reptile UVB100, Reptile UVB150, or Reptile UVB200 bulb.
Does this bulb produce UVB?
No, this bulb does not produce UVB. It is a full-spectrum daylight bulb designed to provide visual light and stimulate plant growth.
Can this bulb be used in a planted terrarium?
Yes, the high light output of this bulb makes it suitable for planted terrariums, promoting healthy plant growth.
What is the colour temperature of this bulb?
The colour temperature is 6700 K, providing a bright, natural daylight appearance.
Does this bulb stimulate reptile behaviour?
Yes, the UVA radiation produced by this bulb stimulates appetite, activity, and reproductive behaviour in reptiles and amphibians.