Zoo Med Laboratories has been on the cutting edge of reptile husbandry and innovation for 45 years. In 1993 Zoo Med developed the 1st UVB lamp for reptiles, which changed the way all Zoos, herpetologist, and hobbyists keep reptiles in captivity. Zoo Med currently has over 30 patents and manufactures over 50% of its 1200 item product line at company headquarters in San Luis Obispo, California. Zoo Med supports many conservation organisations and regularly donates to over 100+ aquarium, reptile, and avian societies.