Ball Python tank question

I just recently got a Ball python (yesterday to be exact) they told me they recommend a 20 gallon tank I could only afford a 10 but he is still just a baby only 3 pounds 20 inches long and I have a 20 gallon tank back at my parents house sitting out side and used to have a turtle in it if I were to clean the tank would it be ok for my snake sense it had a turtle in it and if so what should I clean it with the pamphlet that came with my snake recommends to clean the cage with a 3% bleach water mix then rinse clean with water the booklet with the tank I bought says only water.

I used an old fish tank for mine, and cleaned it out with a vinegar/water solution. It will be fine, as long as you clean it~

The only issue with fish tanks is getting a lid / cover that will be secure enough to keep the snake in.

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Originally Posted by Zincubus

The only issue with fish tanks is getting a lid / cover that will be secure enough to keep the snake in.

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For this, where you purchase the screen lid they usually sell screen latches. Make sure you get at least four to secure all corners. Trust me!! lol :)

Also you will want to look at how some people on this site modded the screen lid to help with heat and moisture retention. Along with substrate ideas. I personally use coconut fiber for substrate as it packs well and holds onto water. This is for my first ball that I have displayed. All others are in sterilite tubs.

Are you sure he's 3lbs? That's a 1360 gram BP. That's actually a decent size.

Definitely invest in a scale. In regards to washing the tank, hot water and Dawn works just fine. Then just rinse it out.

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Originally Posted by Mr. Misha

Are you sure he's 3lbs? That's a 1360 gram BP. That's actually a decent size.

Definitely invest in a scale. In regards to washing the tank, hot water and Dawn works just fine. Then just rinse it out.

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My bad dumb day on math was using 16 grams to a pound not oz lol hes only 51 grams last time weighed at the petco when I got him.