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enclosure check list help

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  • 10-08-2015, 01:19 PM
    ajmreptiles
    Re: enclosure check list help
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by geminibutts View Post
    that seems so small! :O the ball i'm buying (from a breeder) is 928 grams (2 pounds i think). i read that i should use a 30 gallon tub but since she's still a bit small i went with a 26 gallon tub. if you really think i should then i'll get another. and i'm really glad you said that about the temps 'cause it was frustrating me to no end!

    Ball pythons like tight cramped spaces. Large o[en areas tend to stress them out and cause more harm than good. If you decide to keep this large enclosure, which from reading your first post you're using it as a stand alone terrarium, I would suggest adding a lot of clutter to reduce the excess open space.
  • 10-08-2015, 01:21 PM
    PitOnTheProwl
    Re: enclosure check list help
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by pbyeerts View Post
    I see a rheostat, but I don't see a thermostat on your list? Just checking.....


    A rheostat (dimmer) is a way to regulate the heat source, a thermostat is so much easier. :gj:
  • 10-08-2015, 01:22 PM
    pbyeerts
    Re: enclosure check list help
    Well, a thermostat is a MUST to protect the snake


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  • 10-08-2015, 03:29 PM
    PitOnTheProwl
    Re: enclosure check list help
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    Originally Posted by pbyeerts View Post
    Well, a thermostat is a MUST to protect the snake

    Actually a regulated heat souce is the must. How you regulate it is up to what works for you.
  • 10-08-2015, 04:26 PM
    pbyeerts
    Re: enclosure check list help
    Ok, my bad


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