Now a convenient fluorescent compact bulb that provides up to a 88 CRI rating with 5000 Kelvin. This is not quite as ideal as we would like but this is best compact fluorescent bulb currently on the market today. Where space and functionality are factors limiting the use of full fluorescent tubes, Panasonic has the answer in this energy efficient bulb. They are rated to last 10,000 hours maintaining 80% of the lumens after 4,000 hours. We recommend replacing them for use as a full spectrum light every year but they can still be used in any regular light fixture as a normal light source for an additional 2 years. They are available in 13, 20 and 28 watts equivalent to 60, 75 and 100 watts respectively.

For more information on lighting refer to Patrick Thrush's articles written for several Parrot clubs and magazines.