Proper Lights for Basking

[katsunog]

Hi everyone!

I'm looking to pick up a chameleon (I'll be a first time owner) and I wasn't clear on basking lights for chameleons. I was wondering if a good UVB bulb and a ceramic heat emitter are enough to provide the needed heat and light for a chameleon. Or would I require a bulb that emits heat and light instead of the ceramic heat emitter?

Thanks in advance and let me know if I need to clarify anything about my query.

 

[carol5208]

You need a uvb bulb and a uva/basking bulb. Most of us use the 5.0 tube style for uvb. Reptisun is the most popular brand. An ordinary white housebulb will do for the basking bulb. I would not use a heat emitter during the day. You want to brighten up the cage and also simulate the light from the sun. A heat emitter can be used at night if your temps are going to be too cold.

 

[katsunog]

Thanks for clarifying! I'd heard differing accounts from my searches online and just wanted to make sure. The speedy response is much appreciated