What serious condition results from a lack of adequate calcium or functional Vitamin D3?
Answer
Metabolic bone disease (MBD)
A lack of either adequate calcium or functional Vitamin D3 leads directly to Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD), which is a serious condition common in poorly managed captive reptiles.
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