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BP cage setup question

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  • 09-01-2017, 12:34 PM
    Jigsaw82
    I just added some artificial leaves and a 2nd snake hide out of cardboard (temporary). What do you guys think?


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  • 09-01-2017, 12:40 PM
    SDA
    I can only speak for my little one but he hates bright light. I am not sure if that is an issue but I would assume light of that brightness coupled with no blocking of the sides and back of the tank would be quite stressful indeed.
  • 09-01-2017, 12:52 PM
    Jigsaw82
    Re: BP cage setup question
    It's not that bright. It's a poor camera. And the hide on the left is covered on the sides
  • 09-01-2017, 04:27 PM
    Craiga 01453
    You're getting there. However, BPs like their hides as tight as possible, almost like a turtle shell. Glad to see you're applying what you're learning, keep up the good work! We'll help you along the way:gj:
  • 09-01-2017, 04:48 PM
    Jigsaw82
    Re: BP cage setup question
    Also what is the best time of day to feed him? I've heard late in the day so should I feed him like an hour before his light goes off? And yes I know to only feed him like once a week.
  • 09-01-2017, 04:49 PM
    tttaylorrr
    Re: BP cage setup question
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Jigsaw82 View Post
    Also what is the best time of day to feed him? I've heard late in the day so should I feed him like an hour before his light goes off? And yes I know to only feed him like once a week.

    i feed around 9-10pm.
  • 09-01-2017, 04:55 PM
    Craiga 01453
    Re: BP cage setup question
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Jigsaw82 View Post
    Also what is the best time of day to feed him? I've heard late in the day so should I feed him like an hour before his light goes off? And yes I know to only feed him like once a week.

    Feeding at night is best. BPs are nocturnal animals, so most inclined to eat during their typical "awake" hours. I have snakes that will eat any time of day, but until they are well established eaters I always start them out eating at night. Being that I cook for a living I work a fair amount of nights, so I have been lucky and have been able to get away with some daytime feedings.
    But, that being said, I would feed at night if your schedule allows. Sometime after 8 or 9 would probably be best.
  • 09-01-2017, 05:00 PM
    JodanOrNoDan
    I try to feed an hour after sundown. When I feed the room is just light enough that I can see the snakes move.
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