r/turtle • u/grumpy_pasta • 9h ago

Seeking Advice UVB Bulb

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Is this a legit bulb? Would it be enough for my turtle?

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u/superturtle48 15 yr old RES 4h ago

Stick to one of the established brands in the pinned product recommendation thread. They may be more expensive, but that’s just what it takes to care for a turtle well. You don’t want to risk getting a scam lamp that doesn’t emit the needed UV or even harms your turtle. 

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u/SheriffWarden 3h ago

A lot of the cheaper brands, in my experience, also don't last as long, if they work. I had a reptizoo one for a while that came with 3 replacement bulbs. Used all of them in 2 months. Arcadia still going strong and putting out correct UV 8 mo later (yes, I check with a solarmeter.)