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Exposure to ultraviolet B (UVB) light is a critical aspect of reptile husbandry. UVB light supplementation is an absolute requirement for diurnal, herbivorous or omnivorous reptiles. While it is not an absolute requirement for nocturnal and carnivorous species, some may benefit from it. Unfortunately, this is an essential husbandry component that is still lacking in some captive reptiles and its omission contributes to the occurrence of secondary nutritional hyperparathyroidism. One challenge is the difficulty of obtaining easy to follow and accurate information on how to choose and use UVB lights properly. The abundance of misinformation on internet sites and the lack of training of pet store employees are further contributors to this problem. It is therefore essential that veterinarians working with reptiles are able to properly educate clients and provide easy to follow instructions on the use of UVB lights.