Hi Robert, I have chosen a middle of the road approach as I haven't heard of anything convincing regarding the pros and cons of D3 and Uroplatus. Uroplatus often sleep exposed to sunlight, so the matter of them being nocturnal is not a valid argument for not offering UVB and/or D3 supplements. I use Miner-All I for most feedings and weak lights (vitalites) directly on top of the enclosures. Other bulbs are likely better, but are not available at a reasonable price here.
Crickets often rub off some of their supplements, so I don't worry too much about overdosing on D3. Of major importance with this group is adequate calcium for breeding females. Dusting food alone does not do it in the long run. I have maintained U. henkeli for 6 years using a combination of vitalites and supplements. I have also raised many hatchlings using only supplements. Neil >What is everyone's opinion on Uroplatus and Vit. D3 >supplementing? Is a UV bulb enough? How often should >D3 be given if in the powder form? What does the term >"hard bones" mean in this case? > >Robert > >__________________________________________________ >Do You Yahoo!? >Check out Yahoo! Shopping and Yahoo! Auctions for all of >your unique holiday gifts! Buy at http://shopping.yahoo.com >or bid at http://auctions.yahoo.com > >########################################################################### > THE GLOBAL GECKO ASSOCIATION LISTSERV > WebSite: www.gekkota.com Archive: [EMAIL PROTECTED]/ > The GGA takes no responsibility for the contents of these postings. >########################################################################### -- Neil Meister Promotions Secretary Global Gecko Association http://www.gekkota.com President Nova Scotia Herpetoculture Society
