Enclosure Question: Height vs Depth
I am purchasing a new enclosure for my BCI from Animal Plastics, and I am torn between two, those being the T20 (6'x2'x2') and the T25 (6'x30"x18"). The boa is about 2 years old (unsure on the exact age) and roughly 5 ft long, but she is definitely still growing. I want to give her a 6 ft cage minimum, but I am unsure if I should put extra height or depth. I have read that the 18 in height may be easier to control humidity in, and that depth is more important than height, but I feel a 24 in would allow more use for climbing, as 18 doesnt feel like much to me. I also feel this would be more convenient for me, as I already have another animal in a T10 (4x2x2) and using the T20 would make stacking a little more convenient (to avoid bowing or warping with a T25 I would have to put a few two by fours in between them) but I'm willing to forego convenience if more floor space and less height would be better for my boa. Just want other people's opinions on what I should do!
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My vote would be for the T20 in this comparison. The wider floor space is better for the snake stretching out fully and 2ft of height is plenty of space for the boa to take advantage of with the proper decor. Also the ability to stack enclosures are always a plus in my book.
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RickySRonin
My vote would be for the T20 in this comparison. The wider floor space is better for the snake stretching out fully and 2ft of height is plenty of space for the boa to take advantage of with the proper decor. Also the ability to stack enclosures are always a plus in my book.
Well, the T25 has the wider floor space compared to the T20, but would the height still make that your choice?
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Caitlin
I'd also go for the T20. For a snake her size, 18" just isn't that tall and given the opportunity and a setup that fits their needs, they really seem to appreciate some vertical space. Honestly I'd have them add a basking shelf too - I've got snakes of widely varying body type and temperament, and basking shelves are almost universally popular with them.
Was definitely going to add the shelf no matter what! You may have a point about that, I supposed being 5 ft, 18 in is a bit small for her. It's so bizarre, she doesn't seem that long when she's all curled up, especially considering she's still pretty thin bodied and small headed!
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BoaCow
Well, the T25 has the wider floor space compared to the T20, but would the height still make that your choice?
Yes even though the T25 has the wider floor space compared to the T20, that 18inch height kinda knocks down the value in my opinion. For a boa you're better off with that added height, for a mainly terrestrial species of snake you'd benefit more from the wider floor space.
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RickySRonin
Yes even though the T25 has the wider floor space compared to the T20, that 18inch height kinda knocks down the value in my opinion. For a boa you're better off with that added height, for a mainly terrestrial species of snake you'd benefit more from the wider floor space.
Interesting, am definitely leaning towards it now! What about humidity? I read that could be an issue as well with a cage that tall.
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bcr229
If you are using a RHP for heat then go with the T25 as it does a better job heating the floor of an 18" high enclosure versus a 24" high enclosure.
I was planning on a RHP as it seemed the most efficient way to heat the cage, so I suppose that does make sense. Would there be any way to help a RHP along heating up the bottom of a 24" if I go that route? I am leaning towards the T20 now but you do make a good point about heating, so I want to make sure I pick the best one I can.
