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Do mourning geckos need UVB?

ReptiClark

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On 7/28/2024 at 9:15 AM, ReptiClark said:

Do mourning geckos need UVB?

Yes, mourning geckos do need UVB in order to remain healthy, even though they are nocturnal providing a little bit of UVB light for them in the morning time is beneficial for them as it helps them synthesize vitamin D3 and helps them metabolize calcium. (source)

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