ComicBookMama
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In preparation for getting a Zen habitat for Figment, I've started looking around for a T5 UV bulb. As Arcadia seems to be the go-to for most folks, I looked them up - and I've found that they have both a 12% UV bulb (for desert critters) and a 14% UV bulb (specifically for dragons).
I'm thinking of buying the new bulb and fixture now, to space out expenses, though the new enclosure won't be coming home until October. I figure it would be better for Figment to have a stronger UV bulb on top of his screen once his T8 Reptisun wears out in August.
I'm inclined to go with the 14%, since I don't like dangling light fixtures, and I will want my UV to be firmly affixed to the ceiling of the Zen habitat, 2' above the basking area. Is there any reason I should NOT go for the more powerful bulb, and go with the 12% instead? Here's the link to the two bulbs:
https://www.arcadiareptile.com/lighting/lamps/dragon/
https://www.arcadiareptile.com/lighting/lamps/desert/
I'm thinking of buying the new bulb and fixture now, to space out expenses, though the new enclosure won't be coming home until October. I figure it would be better for Figment to have a stronger UV bulb on top of his screen once his T8 Reptisun wears out in August.
I'm inclined to go with the 14%, since I don't like dangling light fixtures, and I will want my UV to be firmly affixed to the ceiling of the Zen habitat, 2' above the basking area. Is there any reason I should NOT go for the more powerful bulb, and go with the 12% instead? Here's the link to the two bulbs:
https://www.arcadiareptile.com/lighting/lamps/dragon/
https://www.arcadiareptile.com/lighting/lamps/desert/