UVA UVB Components and Spotlight in Full Spectrum Reptile LED 8W Light Bulb LED Reptile lamp
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UVA Component
- UVA light within the 8W LED reptile lamp is a vital element. With a specific wavelength range typically around 320 - 400 nanometers, UVA serves multiple purposes. It plays a significant role in influencing the reptile's behavior. For instance, reptiles have photoreceptors that can detect UVA light, which helps them in recognizing their environment. It stimulates their natural instincts such as basking behavior. In the wild, they use the presence of UVA - rich sunlight to determine suitable spots for thermoregulation and rest. In the context of the 8W LED bulb, the UVA component provides a similar environmental cue within the captive setting, allowing the reptiles to exhibit normal and healthy behavioral patterns.
- Moreover, UVA light also has an impact on the reptile's visual perception. It enhances the visibility of their surroundings, making it possible for them to better identify objects, potential mates, and food sources. This is crucial for their overall well - being as it enables them to interact with their environment in a more natural way.
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UVB Component
- The UVB component of the 8W LED reptile lamp, with a wavelength range usually around 290 - 320 nanometers, is essential for the reptile's physiological health. One of the most critical functions of UVB light is its role in vitamin D3 synthesis. When UVB rays from the bulb penetrate the reptile's skin, a series of biochemical reactions are triggered. In the skin cells, a precursor molecule is converted into vitamin D3. This vitamin D3 is then transported through the bloodstream and is involved in the regulation of calcium metabolism.
- Adequate UVB exposure is directly related to the prevention of metabolic bone disease in reptiles. Without sufficient UVB, reptiles may not be able to absorb and utilize calcium properly from their diet. This can lead to weak bones, deformities, and other serious health issues. The 8W LED bulb is designed to provide the appropriate level of UVB to meet the specific requirements of different reptile species, ensuring their skeletal health and normal growth.
UVA UVB Components and Spotlight in Full Spectrum Reptile LED 8W Light Bulb LED Reptile lamp
Wattage | 8W/14W/24W |
Voltage | 110-220V |
UVB | Dimmable |
Timing | YES |
APP | YES |
Lamp Size | 290X50X20mm |
UVA UVB Components and Spotlight in Full Spectrum Reptile LED 8W Light Bulb LED Reptile lamp