new BP owner is my setup good? suggestions

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I would suggest covering as much of the screen top with tinfoil as you can, leaving space for the heat light, to keep the humidity up in the cage. Put the water dish in the middle, and one hide on the warm side, and one hide on the cool side, that way the snake has a choice of temperature while still being able to stay out of sight.

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Thanks, should I pick up a uv bulb tomorrow as opposed to the one I have now? Im worried about the nighttime temperature

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Originally Posted by metallisnakes

Thanks, should I pick up a uv bulb tomorrow as opposed to the one I have now? Im worried about the nighttime temperature

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What are you using for heat?
What would you need a UV light for?
Please read the care sheet. :confusd::confusd:

As of right now I have the one heat lamp on the left and that is all. From what I've read ambient light from my room would suffice for light but leaving the heat lamp on all night would be too bright and stress my snake out. I mentioned the uv bulb because it emits less light but still is a good source of heat. Please bare with me Im just looking to make the best home for my new pal

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Would a 60 watt CHE suffice for my enclosure? It's a 20 gallon. Also I would have to get a thermostat correct? If so any brands you would suggest?
Thanks for the help

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Originally Posted by metallisnakes

Would a 60 watt CHE suffice for my enclosure? It's a 20 gallon. Also I would have to get a thermostat correct? If so any brands you would suggest?
Thanks for the help

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Ive found that 60 watt CHES usually give me a good basking spot, but your mileage may vary. For a good budget friendly option I recommend the hydrofarm brand thermostat. You can find it on amazon for avout 25 bucks shipped

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Thanks for the suggestion I'll be sure to check it out!

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Originally Posted by metallisnakes

Would a 60 watt CHE suffice for my enclosure? It's a 20 gallon. Also I would have to get a thermostat correct? If so any brands you would suggest?
Thanks for the help

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I'm currently using a 30 gallon tank with a 100W CHE. My thermostat is in the mail and I currently have it on a dimmer switch ($10 @ Home Depot)

Just so you know, I keep my enclosure in a room that sits at approx. 75 degrees F and I still run that 100W CHE at about 85% on the dimmer. It's always better to have a little left in reserve than not enough. If it is on a thermostat and being controlled it can't hurt, and it will have a little more capacity if the temperature suddenly drops.

A good friend of mine and veteran snake keeper uses HydroFarms and seems to have no complaints. I wanted something proportional so I opted to spend a little more and went with a VE-200, but it's all about what suits you best.

I would use bioactive substrate. I used an organic soil called foxfarm or something. I have a screened tank with a lamp and my humidity stays at 50-60% without covering the top. Just make sure to water it like once a week and stir the dirt after scooping out the poop!

I would also cover the back and two sides of the tank with dark construction paper or some other material. It will help give your bp a feeling of security.