custom cage size

would a 4'x2'x2' be too big for an adult ball python? i want to build one for my ball python but ive heard that they get stressed out if their enclosure is too big:confusd:

You would need to clutter it up pretty good to make him <or her> feel secure in something so big. Honestly, I'd have a field day with something that big. Like a jungle canopy type set up :D

I've never understood the whole too big setup argument. Africa is a massive land area, and they live there naturally.

We are throwing them in a cage that fits in a house. To big?

Make it as huge as you want! They are going to feel safe and secure in the hides you provide ;)


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You can make it as nice as you want, but I think in the end you'll be disappointed in how much of the cage your snake actually uses. I would chop that down to something like 40"X20"X18". A cage with dimensions you're planning would be better suited for a semi-arboreal boa or maybe a blood python. Also have you considered what it will take to properly heat and ventilate an enclosure with 32 cubic feet of space?

what should i build my enclosure out of:confusd:

I'd say PVC and glass/acrylic is your best bet. PVC is very light and easy to clean. It also holds humidity really well!

I would also cut down the height a bit. 2' is quite a bit. maybe 12-18" as suggested above.

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Originally Posted by dillymann

what should i build my enclosure out of:confusd:

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An Animal Plastics order. :)

4' x 2' x 2' (L x W x H) will be fine, though there is no need for the extra height. A 4' x 2' x 1' Will be easier to heat and maintain humidity in. This is what I use. I buy my cages from a company called animal plastics. Their T8 cage can house 1 BP or 2 if you buy the optional cage divider.

The cage on top in the picture below is a T8 (4' x 2' x 1') The cage below it is a T12 (4' x 2' x 2') Below that is an 8" stand for the cages.

http://i1186.photobucket.com/albums/...f.jpg~original

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SnIBIeoHjv4
this is the design i want to copy:)

do yo think this ^ would be ok for ball pythons or do you think i need a different design? :confusd:

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Originally Posted by dillymann

do yo think this ^ would be ok for ball pythons or do you think i need a different design? :confusd:

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Honestly I wouldn't use that design. I can't see the styrofoam holding up well over time. On the other hand if it's cheap enough that you don't mind replacing it in a few years, then by all means give it a shot. I'm also not a huge fan of using stick on tiles inside the cage. I would see if you can get ahold PVC sheets locally. Check local sign shops, they usually have PVC available.

Yeah I agree.. The foam might be light, but it is incredibly brittle. I could probably punch through that... Go with PVC! It will last forever, its light, and its strong. It can be expensive, but I think its worth it.

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Wow, awesome video