Ferguson Zone

A classification system that determines the optimal UVB lighting requirements for reptiles and amphibians based on their natural exposure to sunlight in the wild.

Knowing your reptile's  Ferguson zone will ensure their health and well-being by helping you in providing appropriate UVB levels in captivity.

Well-being & Prevention of Health Issues

• crucial to vitamin D3 synthesis = essential for calcium metabolism, bone health, and overall physiological functions
• correct UVB exposure helps prevent metabolic bone disease, one of the most common health issues due to inadequate UVB lighting

Captive Care

• selecting appropriate UVB lighting ensures that their environment closely mimics their natural habitat
• quite expensive, but Solarmeter 6.5R UV Index Meter can help you determine the appropriate UVB levels for your reptiles
• to meet the UVB requirement for your reptiles, use high output bulbs and adjust the height that would be most appropriate for your pets
• as important as the positioning of your lighting is the duration of your reptile's exposure to UVB -> create basking spots to allow your reptiles to absorb UVB radiation

Using the Ferguson Zone guidelines will help you create a more effective and naturalistic care environments for your beloved pets.