i really am sorry if this is in the wrong part but do any of you know how to make a REALLY cheap retile rack?for only 1 retile?
03-23-2009, 07:51 PM
blackcrystal22
Re: cageing?
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Originally Posted by Michael
i really am sorry if this is in the wrong part but do any of you know how to make a REALLY cheap retile rack?for only 1 retile?
Why would you make a reptile rack for only one reptile?
Racks sole purpose is to lessen space of multiple animals. Just get a tub with a lid and secure the lid. You have your single reptile rack.
03-23-2009, 07:54 PM
ItsMichael805
Re: cageing?
like do they need any lighting i have to put together a cage before i buy one im new. :confused:
03-23-2009, 09:04 PM
kc261
Re: cageing?
No special lighting is required for BPs.
You could build a rack for a single snake, but there is no need. If you want to, there are lots of places you can find plans for building a rack, and you could modify it for only one snake.
But I think it makes more sense for a single snake to just use the lid and hold it on securely with clips. Some people also use bungee cords to hold the lid on. For one of my corns, I am using one of those tubs that the lid latches in place pretty securely on the ends. But with a tiny hatchling corn, I was worried that it might be able to push up just hard enough in the middle to squeeze out, so I wrap velcro around the middle to hold it securely, because the shape of this lid didn't work well with the clips I use. There are lots of options.
Most people find it easy to control the heat and humidity in tubs. Start out with a small number of holes (easily made with a soldering iron), then add more if necessary until the humidity stays stable at the right amount.
For heat for a single snake, I would just get one of the stick-on UTHs, but instead of using the adhesive it comes with, I'd just tape it in place. This way you have the option of using it on a different enclosure later. Then control the UTH with a good quality t-stat, and you should be all set.
do you think this would be good enough for a ball python?
With the proper modifications, that tub will be perfect for a young BP. Do a search on tub set up, and you'll get some really good info on how to set it up.
03-23-2009, 11:06 PM
ItsMichael805
Re: cageing?
what is the biggest size that i can hold in this for a BP
03-23-2009, 11:12 PM
Slim
Re: cageing?
Quote:
Originally Posted by Michael
what is the biggest size that i can hold in this for a BP
Just my opinion, but that tub could easily hold a BP up to 500 grams or so. Depends on how many hides you end up needing. Two is recommended, but with a tub, sometimes you can get away with one...depends on the snake. Does the sticker that came on the tub say what size it is?
03-23-2009, 11:14 PM
ItsMichael805
Re: cageing?
there is no sticker but ill go try to messure it with a tape ruler
03-23-2009, 11:17 PM
Slim
Re: cageing?
Flip it upside down and measure the bottom...that's where it's the most narrow.
