UVB and hatch rates.

[BIGGUN]

Here's a great link to a study about UV light exposure and hatch rates.
I don't know if the samples were large enough or if they should be redone to verify but it's interesting reading none the less.

UV Study link

Any thoughts?

Kevin

 

[ChromaChameleons]

Very interesting read...thanks. I skimmed it quickly , but it appears that moderate UVB ( 5-15uw/cm2) for a 12 hour/day duration, produces reasonable hatch rates and longevity of the females fertility.

 

[BIGGUN]

yup, and that was without D3 supplementation. ??????? I guess that shows that you definately don't need to overdose that.

Kevin

 

[BIGGUN]

WOW, thanks a ton to those of you who gave good reputation points to me!

Any comments from any of the larger breeders with thoughts about this?

Is it splitting hairs if you already supplement D3? Have you noticed any ties between the two?

Thanks,
Kevin