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'''See lighting requirements''' [[Lizard Husbandry Requirements|here]].
'''See lighting requirements''' [[Lizard Husbandry Requirements|here]].
The full spectrum of natural light is important for the health of lizards. Ultraviolet wavelengths are specifically important for vitamin D and [[Calcium|calcium]] metabolism. There are two bands of UV: UVA and UVB. UVA (320-400nm) produces beneficial behavioural and psychological effects but does not activate vitamin D precursors in the skin. UVB (290-320nm) is necessary for vitamin D synthesis.
The full spectrum of natural light is important for the health of lizards. Ultraviolet wavelengths are specifically important for vitamin D and [[Calcium - Reptiles|calcium]] metabolism. There are two bands of UV: UVA and UVB. UVA (320-400nm) produces beneficial behavioural and psychological effects but does not activate vitamin D precursors in the skin. UVB (290-320nm) is necessary for vitamin D synthesis.
* A consistent photoperiod of 14 hours light and 10 hours dark is recommended. An ultraviolet light source should be available within two feet of the lizard (Note: UV light will not penetrate glass).
* A consistent photoperiod of 14 hours light and 10 hours dark is recommended. An ultraviolet light source should be available within two feet of the lizard (Note: UV light will not penetrate glass).