Exo Terra Reptile UVB300 T5 VHO

What is the Exo Terra Reptile UVB300 T5 VHO?

The Exo Terra Reptile UVB300 T5 Very High Output (VHO) Bulb is a UVB and UVA light designed specifically for reptiles basking in open or mid‐day sunlight in the Euphotic or Heliophotic Zones. This bulb replicates key aspects of the sun’s spectrum, promoting Vitamin D3 synthesis and calcium absorption, crucial for overall reptile health. Available in multiple sizes (8W 12", 24W 22", 39W 34", and 54W 46"), it’s ideal for larger or taller terrariums.

Key Features:

• Long‐lasting Very High Output (VHO) UVA & UVB light
• Unique phosphor blend replicates solar UVB
• Suitable for reptiles basking in open or mid‐day sunlight
• UVA rays stimulate appetite, activity, and reproductive behavior
• UVB helps prevent Metabolic Bone Disease
• Promotes healthy Vitamin D3 synthesis
• Maximises calcium absorption
• Superior UVB penetration, ideal for tall terrariums

What are the benefits of using the Exo Terra Reptile UVB300 T5 VHO?

The Exo Terra Reptile UVB300 T5 VHO provides reptiles with high levels of UVA and UVB exposure, essential for those basking under intense sunlight. It helps to regulate body temperature, supports calcium absorption, and safeguards against Metabolic Bone Disease.

This bulb’s UVB output lasts for over 12 months, and it offers superior UVB penetration compared to traditional T8 bulbs, making it perfect for taller terrariums and enclosures with dense screens. The UV Index can be adjusted to ensure safe exposure for animals, with a gradient from high UV at the basking area to lower UV in cooler zones.