cageing

[ItsMichael805]

ok, i think i have everything i need for a ball python, correct me if i dont
10g tank
zoo med heatpad
rheostat
aspen bedding
thermometer
hides
and water dish
is this everything i need?

[ARpythons]

hygrometer to measure humidity. the biggest problem with keeping ball pythons in tanks is humidity issues. I try to keep it somewhere around 60-70%

[ItsMichael805]

is that all. do i need another heat pad to get the cold side around 80?

[dr del]

Hi,

What kind of top do you have for the tank and how are you planning on making it escape proof?

You might also need to cover the outside of it with tinfoil and tape it down if it is a screen lid to keep the humidity up.


dr del

[blushingball419]

is that all. do i need another heat pad to get the cold side around 80?

Well you should set it all up first and see what the ambient temp will actually be. If it is lower than 80 then yes, you should get some other heat source. I personally use an infrared heat bulb but they are notorious for destroying humidity (although I don't have too much of a problem). Whatever works best for you with your setup Otherwise, it sounds like you're good to go. Like the others, I would also suggest a hygrometer and some sort of covering for the sides and top. I like to spoil my snakes so I give them fake branches and plants to climb around on as well...but that's completely optional

[ItsMichael805]

i have a screen lid and im going to get those lkittle medal clamps like ralfdavis did