Arcadia 20 Watt Compact Bird Lamp with UVB Birds like reptiles are able to use the power of the sun in an amazing array of ways.They are able to use the wavelengths of light that we call UVA to view the world.In fact it is thought that birds that have access to balanced UVA are able to see 100 million colours. They are also able to use UVB to start and maintain the D3 cycle inside of their own bodies in a safe and regulated way.This produces vitamin D3 which in turn allows the assimilation, storage and use of Calcium.Bird lighting is as essential to captive birds that are housed indoors as it is to captive reptiles. The Arcadia 20 watt energy saving compact lamp uses an internal ballast for flicker free lighting with no external electronics and can be fitted into any E27 screw fit lamp holder.It is important that all lamps are properly reflected, as such we recommend that this lamp is used over smaller bird cages with the aid of our dedicated fitting A1LS0144N the E27 compact lighting unit This is an avian specific product that uses the very latest German technology to provide captive birds with essential energy form light to allow for their own essential biological processes.UV lamps from Arcadia are made to the highest possible quality, as such they have a long life span. Our lamps are guaranteed to be upper index potent for 12 whole months.As such your bird lamp will need replacing once a year.Try as we might to make indestructible products it is impossible to parrot Proof anything as such care should be taken when using any electronics around chewing species. Approximate Dimensions (Product): 5.2 x 5.2 x 17cmCan be used with tha Arcadia Lamp Holder or any of the Exo Terra Compact Tops or with any fitting with an Edison Screw Fitting Full Spectrum Lighting – Emits essential UVA and UVB rays to support natural behaviors and vitamin D3 synthesis in birds. Promotes Physical and Mental Wellbeing – Enhances color perception, activity levels, and appetite in pet birds. 2.4% UVB and 12% UVA Output – Mimics natural sunlight to help prevent metabolic bone disease (MBD). Standard E27 Screw Fitting – Easy to install in compatible bird lamp holders or compact domes. Suitable for All Pet Birds – Ideal for parrots, finches, budgies, canaries, cockatiels, and other avian species.
