Bird UV Lighting

[samwiseg]

Don't know if anyone can help me out here

I have been researching UV bulbs for my buds during the winter months (as the light here is terrible!)

And was wondering if those Flurocent Daylight bulbs were the same as the Arcadia ones? I.e do they emit UV light? I found one here:

www.amazon.co.uk/Philips-Tornado-Energy-Saver-Light/dp/B004LXWQ40/ref=pd_rhf_se_s_cp_5

Would this produce the same as an Arcadia bulb or is it too bright? Would I be able to use it safely for the buds?

Any advice would be most welcome!

[Rachael Kellett]

I can't advise you on the link but if you message Scarlett at www.scarlettsparrotessentials.co.uk then I'm sure she will be able to help you, I'm pretty sure she sells the lamps and bulbs x

[samwiseg]

Thanks Rachael! Thats really cool, will do that now

[Deleted]

here you go sam .....
have a read of this ... .
its by our very own
barrie shutt....

www.officialbarrieshuttbudgerigars.com/spectrumlighting.htm

[samwiseg]

Thats fantastic Mick, it has answered all my questions!

Thank you too to Rachael as I think I will be purchasing from Scarletts an Arcadia bulb

[Hezz]

Good for you, Sam. Someone not too long ago was asking about UVB lighting. Will see if I can find it.

No, nothing on that thread to help you out any more than what you already have, Sam.

[samwiseg]

Thanks

Arcadia bulb on its way now, can't wait to see what the buds make of it!

[Rachael Kellett]

That's fantastic Scarlet is great isn't she I'm going to be ordering the aviary budgies Christmas presents from her soon!

[Hezz]

Sam, not sure if anyone has mentioned this in the other sites, but be aware that the bulbs need to be replaced, I think it is, every 6 months. Over time they stop producing the UVB rays. Hopefully this has already been brought to your attention. Hopefully this will be able to be improved on over time.

[samwiseg]

Thanks Hezz, yes unfortunately am aware of that - these birds I tell you! They got b$£"y everything!

[Hezz]

;D ;D But you wouldn't be without them.