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Exposure to ultraviolet B (UVB) light is a critical aspect of reptile husbandry, but there is less information available about its requirement for amphibian species. As in reptiles, UVB and/or calcium deficiencies are suspected to contribute to the development of nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism in amphibians. However, it is more difficult to make specific recommendations on UVB use in amphibians due to the lack of information on this subject. Some background information and general guidelines are provided here to assist in the decision‐making process when selecting UVB sources for amphibians.