Brian Barczyk's Open Forum on Snake Rack Systems

AX01 for president!

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Originally Posted by Ax01

i think this needs to be re-phrased. husbandry standards are pretty much the same - u are looking for same temps, humidity, security, etc. i don't think any breeder is setting the t-stat on their rack to 75degrees b/c it's enough for their husbandry standards and helps w/ the electric bill. i think size and scale of operation and collection is the biggest difference. whereas a big breeder will have hundreds of snakes, they would likely run racks. we like to imagine that the hobbyists or pet keepers always keep their snakes in something like a T8 but that's not true. in my experience, an equal amount if not more keep racks or a standalone tub or whatever. IMO this question should be geared towards racks and enclosures, not husbandry.

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you're spot-on in that question needing to be rephrased, as what you interpreted was not my intention: i didn't mean "husbandry standards" regarding basic temps, humidity, etc. i meant more along the lines of: a hobbyist should absolutely provide as much enrichment, decor and space as possible, but breeders shouldn't be held to that same standard esp. with bigger operations where the snakes are meant to move out.

im still iffy on his shift in opinion, only bc the rack systems have enabled him to have a larger profit margin and to be where he is today. to disregard the success of rack systems in context of the health of his animals isn't truthful IMO.

however he has always expressed the sentiment of wanting huge displays for all his animals and has always had their welfare in mind, so i give him the benefit of the doubt.

idk if there's word on a confirmed date yet. ill try to keep you all posted!

#AxForPresident

Did I miss something about this? I just watched a Clint Laidlaw video (Clint's reptiles) and he says he doesn't think it's going to happen now. Do we know the reason it's been "rain checked"?