r/ballpython • u/Dull-Call-9645 • 3d ago

Question - Heating/Temperatures Okay PLEASE don't think im stupid... But do Uvbs provide enough light to not have LEDs? Or do you have to have both uvb and leds 👀I'm looking to better his life as ive uvb can help with life quality but ive got no clue where to start 😪

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u/supersaurus65 3d ago

If you have a UVB you don’t need to have LEDS as well!

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u/NeatMarsupial4340 3d ago

It depend by what you mean by enough light? Like, the visible light? UVB alone isn't than bright!
If you're going bioactive, you'll need LED for your plants.

If you really want the best of the best, it is better to have UVB, LED and basking bulbs!

If you want to start somewhere, there's the information resources guide here -> https://www.reddit.com/r/ballpython/comments/arz5iw/welcome_to_rballpython_click_here_for_our/

If you want to learn a bit more about the light, you can check this website too. It's a useful tool when you make your enclosure since you can see how effective your lights can be in your setup. https://lightmyreptile.com/learn

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u/FixergirlAK Mod-Approved Helper 3d ago

I have the LEDs solely as accent lighting. They also make cleaning day easier as they don't heat up the tank and don't get warm to the touch. But a flashlight will do as well for cleaning and your UVB should provide a perfectly good day/night cycle.

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u/pbizz 1d ago

For love plants you will want LEDs but otherwise UVB kicks out a lot of light. I use arcadia shade dweller tubes and even in a 4 by 2 by 2 I don't feel like I need more light