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| FULL-SPECTRUM LIGHTING FOR BIRDS
FULL-SPECTRUM LIGHTING has been shown to be beneficial to birds
by mimicking a bird’s natural environment. Breeder aviaries,
exotic bird collections and poultry production farms were some of
the original places that full spectrum lighting was used and observed
to demonstrate a definite positive effect.
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One of the greatest benefits of full-spectrum
lighting is the natural synthesis of Vitamin D precursors
allowing the animal to naturally regulate calcium uptake.
Another important benefit of full-spectrum lighting is the
effect it has on the glandular system; the Thyroid Gland controls
how and when the other glands function and for it to function
properly, it needs to be stimulated by normal photoperiods
of full-spectrum light. The Hypothalamus is involved in proper
feather development and skin. The Pineal Gland controls the
cyclical processes such as molting and the reproductive cycle.
Birds have four-color vision and the lower wavelength ultraviolet
(UVA) adds the fourth visual perspective. Correct spectrum
and photoperiod of light are also critical factors in normal
preening as well as the skin and feather health of birds.
If a bird’s system is not stimulated through adequate
environmental lighting to maintain proper endocrine function,
it may become lethargic and not continue normal preening behaviors.
A full-spectrum bulb with a CRI (color rendering index) of
90 or higher contains enough UVA to achieve this. It is middle
ultraviolet light (UVB) that causes Vitamin D synthesis in
the skin. Most professionals agree that the UVB needs to be
somewhere between 290 and 310 nanometers in wavelength and
a color temperature of 5000 Kelvin for this to occur.
*Glass windows filter out up to 90% of the beneficial UV
spectrum unless that glass was made pre 1939. Aluminum screening
used can filter out 30% or more UV light. High-grade acrylic
(cages) filters out less than 5% of the UV light.
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THE FEATHERBRITE LIGHT
can provide these important benefits. The FeatherBrite full-spectrum
bulb is a compact spiral fluorescent, 15w, 5500k, 91cri. UVA 4%,
UVB .05%.
(UVB is between 290-310 nm in wavelength) It has a standard screw-in
base and will burn approximately 8000 hours and is guaranteed for
one year. This bulb cannot be used with dimmable controls. Recommended
light time length is 4 to 8 hours per day and a timer can be used.
Our lights are designed with your bird’s health and well being
in mind.
A durable non-toxic powder coat is used. A wire safety arm is attached
that keeps the electric cord a safe distance from the cage. Assembled
with UL listed components. Attaches easily without the use of hardware.
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Each FeatherBrite product is handcrafted, with the
precision of thirty years of manufacturing expertise.
Here at FeatherBrite we're not just the manufacturer,
but bird-lovers ourselves, and have seen the positive results this
product can bring first-hand.
FeatherBrite is available in two shade designs, "The
Capitol" and "The Pagoda", and in three colors, black,
champagne or white.
We have taken into account the variety of standard
cage sizes, and you will certainly find the right fit for your bird's
cage.
Please Note:
Light bulbs included
| White "Capitol" Universal Light |
Black "Capitol" Universal Light |
Capitol shade design in champagne |
Universal model, Pagoda shade |
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| Black "Capitol" Universal Light |
Swag model, Pagoda shade design in white |
Wave model, Pagoda shade design in white |
Swag model, Capitol shade design |
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FeatherBrite 15 Watt Bulb
15 Watt Full Spectrum Spiral Compact Fluorescent Bulb. 5500K
- 91 Color Rendering Index CRI - 1050 Lumens. Bulb is 4 3/4.
$19.99
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NOTE: Light bulbs
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CAGE
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15 Watt Full Spectrum Replacement
Bulb |
FB15WATT |
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$19.99 ea |
| 20 Watt Full Spectrum Compact Bulb |
FB20WATT |
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$21.99 ea |
Universal Light (will fit
arched cages) |
FBUNIV |
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$79.99 ea |
Swag Light |
FBSWAG |
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$74.99 ea |
Wave Light - 19" with
20w bulb |
FBWAVE |
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$94.99 ea |
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