Uva?

[arkist]

I noticed that my basking light puts out UVA, then I noticed that almost all basking lights do.

I know multiple sources of UVB is bad. Is multiple sources of UVA bad? should I be giving him only a certain amount?

 

[dodolah]

it's bad for a completely different reason:

UVA produces heat.
so, multiple sources of heat will raise the temp considerably.

multiple source of UVB can raise the risk of getting too much radiation AKA sun burn.

only use uva lamp(s) enough to keep your chameleon in his comfortable temp range.

 

[arkist]

ok that makes sense,

So its not too much UVA you have to worry about, its too much heat?

 

[dodolah]

yes, that's my opinion anyway
UVA is good for his psychology well being.
it enhances his appetite.

 

[arkist]

excellent!

Thank you for your help