It has not been determined scientifically whether or not pygmy's benefit from, or require, UV-B radiation. Breeders have reported success both with and without the use of artificial UV-B lighting. From the authors perspective, whilst UV-B may or may not be required for the synthesis of vitamin D3, as with omnivorous and herbivorous reptiles such as the green iguana and bearded dragon, it has documented as playing a role in immunoregulation (Brames, 2007). It is recommended therefore to provide a low level source of UV-B for example from an Exo Terra® Repti Glo 2.0 or used Repti Glo 5.0 flourescent tube. The added benefit of this is that the UV-A emmissions from the light will stimulate plant growth.

For a comprehensive review on the literature relating to UV-B and reptiles, visit www.uvguide.co.uk/references.htm.

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