{"product_id":"exo-terra-natural-light-repti-glo-2-0-compact-fluorescent","title":"Exo Terra Natural Light (Repti Glo 2.0 Compact Fluorescent)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull-spectrum daylight for the terrarium — this bulb does not provide UVB.\u003c\/strong\u003e Despite carrying the older \"Repti Glo 2.0\" name on this listing, Exo Terra's current specification for this bulb (Natural Light Compact) is a 6700 K, CRI 98 full-spectrum daylight lamp built to render colours naturally and support live plants, not to supply UVB. It's available in 13 W and 25 W, and it suits general terrarium lighting and animals with low UV requirements, run alongside a dedicated UVB lamp wherever a species actually needs UVB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6700 K full-spectrum daylight\u003c\/strong\u003e — closely matches natural daylight colour temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCRI 98\u003c\/strong\u003e — renders animal and plant colours accurately instead of washing them out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo UVB output\u003c\/strong\u003e — a visible-light and UVA lamp only; pair with a dedicated Exo Terra UVB100, UVB150 or UVB200 bulb for species that need UVB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo wattages\u003c\/strong\u003e — 13 W and 25 W, to match smaller and larger terrariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports live plants\u003c\/strong\u003e — full-spectrum output helps planted terrarium growth alongside your main UVB and heat lighting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6700 K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCRI\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e98\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUVB output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone — visible light and UVA only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVoltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220–240 V, 50 Hz (AU mains)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWattage options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 W, 25 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWattage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEst. annual running cost*\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRP138\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$17.10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRP139\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$33.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich wattage do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e13 W suits smaller terrariums or where this bulb is supplementing a dedicated UVB and heat setup. 25 W suits larger enclosures, or where extra brightness helps live plants and viewing. Wattage changes brightness and coverage only — colour temperature and CRI are identical across both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable as general terrarium lighting for all species, particularly for planted terrariums, and as a supplementary low-UV lamp for snakes, amphibians and nocturnal animals. Not suitable as the sole lighting for reptiles that need UVB for calcium metabolism — most diurnal lizards, tortoises and many chelonians — which need a dedicated UVB tube or bulb running alongside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRunning costs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Estimated at 12 hours a day, a typical daytime photoperiod, at an approximate 30c\/kWh household tariff. Actual cost depends on your tariff and how many hours a day the bulb runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExo Terra's \"Restore The Rays\" guidance recommends replacing compact fluorescent terrarium bulbs annually — light output fades gradually with age even before a bulb fails outright, so a bulb can look fine while performing noticeably worse than a fresh one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e220–240 V AU mains. Fit into a compact fluorescent terrarium fixture rated for the bulb's wattage, and keep it clear of misting or splashing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA dedicated UVB100, UVB150 or UVB200 bulb, for species that need UVB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn Exo Terra compact fluorescent light fixture rated for this wattage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA separate basking heat lamp on its own thermostat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by your rights under Australian Consumer Law as a packaged electrical accessory, in addition to any manufacturer terms. Ships standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this the same bulb as the old Repti Glo 2.0?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's sold under Exo Terra's newer \"Natural Light\" name. Exo Terra's current published spec for this wattage lists it as a non-UVB, full-spectrum daylight bulb rather than the low-UVB formulation some keepers remember from older Repti Glo 2.0 packaging. If your animal's UVB needs are being met by this bulb specifically, check with a UV meter rather than assuming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I still need a separate UVB bulb?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, for any species that needs UVB for calcium metabolism. This bulb supplies visible daylight and UVA, not UVB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's the difference between the 13 W and 25 W versions?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrightness and coverage — the 25 W suits larger enclosures or where extra output helps live plants. Colour temperature and CRI are the same across both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often should I replace it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExo Terra recommends annual replacement for its compact fluorescent terrarium bulbs, since light output fades gradually with age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ExoTerra","offers":[{"title":"13w","offer_id":55293256630563,"sku":"RP138","price":49.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25w","offer_id":55335210451235,"sku":"RP139","price":52.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/exo-terra-natural-light-rept-43875357917475.webp?v=1790236671","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/exo-terra-natural-light-repti-glo-2-0-compact-fluorescent","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}