Waterfalls

[xFenrir]

I just wanted to give my two cents on them, since I've seen heated debate on whether or not waterfalls should be in a tank or not, and I'm sure some people would like to hear someone's experience.

I got an Exo-Terra large waterfall for my 40 gal. tank, and wow, it's kept the humidity level exactly between 50-60%. No more misting 3 times a day! And I was worried about people who said that BP's can get in waterfalls and hurt/kill/etc. themselves, but there isn't anything in this one besides an encased pump that would be impossible for any snake to get hurt by, let alone get to because they would have to go for a dive to even get to it, which I've NEVER seen my girl (or other's) do. It's a light trickle too, so she's not afraid to go drink out of the basin. In fact, she spent the better half of the day that I put it in climbing all over it and investigating. (I had to eventually stuff paper towels in the space behind it because Loki apparently thought that it was her new hide LOL).

Waterfalls aren't for everyone, and I'm sure not all waterfalls are safe to put in a tank, but for someone with a little extra cash and trouble keeping the humidity up, I'd suggest taking a look at that brand and seeing if they'd work for you. (plus, it makes a nice, calming white noise when I go to sleep at night. xD )

[Anya]

Oooh, sounds so nice! If I ever have a large tank setup, I'll definitely keep that in mind.

[Homegrownscales]

My experience with water falls in reptile tanks is it's more of a pita than anything. It sprays water around it, creating a Damp area that never dries out. Which in a cage with heat creates a bacterial or fungal nightmare. It required more attn from me than anything. And also It was a huge pita to keep clean. Algea was always growing in mine as well as it was getting pooped on and in. It's definitely not for me. But then again I need to look at things as healthy for the environ and efficient as possible. Perhaps if I only had a cage or two I wouldn't have minded it. But I do enjoy the look of waterfall features.

[Keyboard Warrior]

I thought about getting one, but it seems like more of a headache, that I don't need. The only thing that would convince me to get it is the white noise. I love the sound of flowing water. So I just bought a cheap waterfall for my room.

[xFenrir]

Oooh, sounds so nice! If I ever have a large tank setup, I'll definitely keep that in mind.

I think it adds an ambiance to a tank. Makes it seem more "natural". Plus the come in medium and small sizes, so I'm sure you could even get one for a small(er) tank.

My experience with water falls in reptile tanks is it's more of a pita than anything. It sprays water around it, creating a Damp area that never dries out. Which in a cage with heat creates a bacterial or fungal nightmare. It required more attn from me than anything. And also It was a huge pita to keep clean. Algea was always growing in mine as well as it was getting pooped on and in. It's definitely not for me. But then again I need to look at things as healthy for the environ and efficient as possible. Perhaps if I only had a cage or two I wouldn't have minded it. But I do enjoy the look of waterfall features.

I had a small problem with a leak, but a little superglue fixed it right up. As for algae, haven't seen anything building up, I must be lucky. I've never had any problem with spray, perhaps your waterfall was a bit too strong?

I thought about getting one, but it seems like more of a headache, that I don't need. The only thing that would convince me to get it is the white noise. I love the sound of flowing water. So I just bought a cheap waterfall for my room.

I only have one BP, so I spoil her a lot more than I would if I had multiples. When I start breeding, all my new ones are going into a rack set-up. She's just the queen bee and of course the one I definitely wouldn't be selling, so my boyfriend and I lavish her quite a bit.

[patty jones]

I do not have any experience of waterfalls with reptiles but i want to feel it , i think it will be very cool and crazy.

[snakesRkewl]

My brother had a nice waterfall inside his ball python enclosure, the snake flipped the waterfall over, something he never planned for
They are stronger than one might give them credit for.

[jsmorphs2]

I loved the waterfall we had in our Veild's enclosure but cleaning it was a NIGHTMARE. I like how they changed the design on them to cover up the opening in the back though.

[LLLReptile]

The waterfalls are a really underrated product, in my opinion. Depends on your level of dedication; a good friend of mine actually uses them for her bearded dragons to provide them with running water.

Using these, or a fogger, are both neat, natural looking ways to increase humidity. If you have the time and desire for the waterfall, why not? The only problem I notice with them is that for larger snakes, it would not be a large enough water source in the pool. You can adjust that by just putting the top into a larger water bowl, though.

I love setting up snakes in more naturalistic display cages. Ball pythons may thrive and survive in a simplistic rack set up, but if someone wants to be a dedicated, over the top keeper...Why not!

kudos to you Fenrir, love the idea of the waterfall in the ball python cage!

-Jen