Large Monitor/Tegu Enclosures?
I don't plan on keeping any large lizards within the next ten years, but, I'm just curious on how you set them up. Obviously, most, if not all, are DIY since the cages would have to be at least eight ft. long and shipping would be a nightmare on such a thing.
Please post a picture of your enclosure so I can get a visual of how exactly it's set up! It will be greatly appreciated!
Back on the main point, here are some things I want to address:
- What substrate is the best?
- What are the specs for your enclosure?
- Sliding glass/hinged doors?
- How many UVB lights? And actual 'heat' lights?
- How often do you change the substrate?
- How large of an enclosure is needed for an large Tegu? (B&W or Red)
- How large of an enclosure is needed for a large monitor? (Nile, Water, etc.)
- What kind of wood did you use to construct the enclosure?
Also, if anyone has a DIY for such an enclosure, it will be helpful!
Re: Large Monitor/Tegu Enclosures?
My ornate monitor enclosure is 12x6x4. I couldn't go higher because there are 2 6x6x2 enclosures on top (one on each side) for my Burm and Red Foots. It has a 2x3 framework with plywood/particle board walls. All interior surfaces have 5 coats of Varathane Diamond finish, and all corners and seams around the bottom and up the walls are sealed with silicone. Substrate is dirt/sand/coco fibre with leaves on top. His 5x3 pool (actually a python tub from Vision plastics) is elevated to give him that extra bit of floor space, as are his basking areas. Don't have any pics of the whole thing, but in this you can see his pool.
http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/x...hus/Boobs2.jpg
Chris