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- Description
Daytime Heat and UVA Light for Reptiles and Amphibians
The Zoo Med Daylight Blue Reptile Bulb is a daytime heat source designed to support the psychological and visual wellbeing of reptiles and amphibians. Made from true blue glass — not painted or coated — this bulb provides better heat transfer than surface-treated alternatives, delivering reliable warmth alongside the beneficial UVA rays your animals need for psychological health.
The bright, attractive blue-tinted light output accentuates your reptile's natural colors, enhancing the visual appeal of your terrarium and making daily observation more enjoyable. Whether you're watching a bearded dragon bask, a gecko explore, or an amphibian move through its habitat, the Daylight Blue Bulb creates a vivid, natural-looking environment that brings out the best in your animals.
Built to European quality standards for long burn life, this bulb is an economical daytime heat solution that delivers consistent performance over time. This listing includes two 60-watt bulbs, giving you a ready replacement on hand whenever you need it.
Key Benefits
- True blue glass construction - not painted or coated - for better heat transfer
- Provides beneficial UVA rays to support the psychological health of reptiles and amphibians
- Bright, attractive light output accentuates animals' natural colors for enhanced viewing
- Economical daytime heat source for reptile and amphibian terrariums
- European quality construction for long burn life
- 2-pack provides a ready replacement bulb on hand
Why Reptile Owners Choose It
UVA light is often overlooked in reptile care, but it plays an important role in the psychological wellbeing of many reptile and amphibian species. The Zoo Med Daylight Blue Reptile Bulb delivers UVA alongside daytime heat in a single, economical bulb. The true blue glass construction ensures better heat transfer than painted alternatives, and the attractive light output makes your terrarium a more visually engaging display. With two bulbs in the pack, you're always prepared when it's time for a replacement.
Quick Product Snapshot
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Daytime Reptile Heat Bulb |
| Color | Blue |
| Wattage | 60 watts |
| Glass Type | True blue glass - not painted or coated |
| UVA Output | Yes |
| Intended Use | Daytime heat source for reptile and amphibian terrariums |
| Burn Life | European quality for long burn life |
| Brand | Zoo Med |
| Quantity | 2 bulbs per pack |
Material and Design Breakdown
The Daylight Blue Reptile Bulb is constructed from true blue glass, which is a key distinction from painted or coated blue bulbs. True blue glass provides better heat transfer, ensuring the bulb functions effectively as a daytime heat source while delivering its characteristic blue-tinted light. The UVA output supports the psychological health of reptiles and amphibians, while the bright light accentuates natural animal coloration for an enhanced viewing experience. European quality manufacturing supports a long burn life for economical, reliable use.
Setup and Compatibility Guidance
Use the Daylight Blue Reptile Bulb as a daytime heat source in reptile and amphibian terrariums. Install in a compatible dome or clamp lamp fixture rated for 60-watt bulbs. Position above the terrarium at the appropriate height to achieve the desired basking temperature for your species. Use during daylight hours as part of a proper day/night lighting cycle.
Care and Maintenance
Allow the bulb to cool completely before handling or replacing. Replace when the bulb reaches the end of its burn life or when heat output diminishes. This 2-pack ensures a replacement is always on hand.
Ideal for Reptile Keepers Who...
- Need an economical daytime heat source with UVA output for reptiles or amphibians
- Want a true blue glass bulb for better heat transfer than painted alternatives
- Want to enhance the visual appeal of their terrarium with attractive blue-tinted light
- Prefer to keep a replacement bulb on hand with a 2-pack purchase
- Keep reptiles or amphibians that benefit from UVA exposure for psychological health
FAQ
Is this bulb painted or coated blue?
No, the Zoo Med Daylight Blue Reptile Bulb is made from true blue glass, not painted or coated. This provides better heat transfer than surface-treated alternatives.
Does this bulb provide UVB as well as UVA?
This bulb provides UVA rays, which support the psychological health of reptiles and amphibians. It is not a UVB source. For UVB output, a dedicated UVB lamp is recommended.
What wattage is this bulb?
This listing is for 60-watt bulbs.
How many bulbs are included?
This listing includes two 60-watt Daylight Blue Reptile Bulbs.
What fixtures is this bulb compatible with?
Use in any compatible dome or clamp lamp fixture rated for 60-watt bulbs.
Product Highlights
- True blue glass for better heat transfer - not painted or coated
- Provides UVA rays for reptile and amphibian psychological health
- Bright blue-tinted light accentuates natural animal colors
- Economical daytime heat source with long burn life
- European quality construction for reliability
- 2-pack for convenient replacement availability
- 60 watts per bulb
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Zoo Med |
| SKU | 097612370614 |
| Barcode | 097612370614 |
| Product Type | Reptile Light Fixtures and Bulbs - Daytime Heat Bulb |
| Color | Blue |
| Wattage | 60 watts |
| Glass Type | True blue glass |
| UVA Output | Yes |
| UVB Output | No |
| Intended Use | Daytime heat source - reptile and amphibian terrariums |
| Weight | 1.0 lb |
| Package Contents | 2 x 60W Daylight Blue Reptile Bulbs |
