Ball Python Terrarium Pics!

[Arcapello]

I'm getting my first ball python soon, and the terrarium is almost finished. I was hoping some other (more experienced) keepers would post pictures of their set-ups so that I know I'm doing this right.

[MrLang]

You show yours and I'll show mine


It really shouldn't be a terrarium as much as an enclosure. A terrarium implies a vivarium and what is most ideal for ball pythons in captivity is an enclosure where the ball python is the only living organism present. A vivarium also implies a glass fronted enclosure, most of which are not appropriate for keeping the proper conditions for a ball python.

Describe what you have so far... I think that will be the best way to see if you're doing it right. Pics are good, too.

[Arcapello]

Mine isn't quite done yet I have all of the supplies (I need to buy a thermostat, though), and it's about 1/3 of the way done.

I put wallpaper on the back wall (on the outside of course), so that the snake would have less sides to look out of, I'm using aspen as my substrate, a medium sized water bowl for humidity, 2 identical hides (one on each side) and some fake plants so that it will seem smaller/more enclosed. I'm also using a UTH (didn't think I would need a light) with a thermostat, and an Acurite thermometer/hygrometer (probe on hot side, with the rest on the cold side).
I do have a glass enclosure for now, but I'm planning on upgrading eventually. It's the exo-terra brand that has the doors on the side with air holes, and a screen top. I've heard that I can cover 1/3-1/2 of the top with a damp towel if I need to.
It's also in a lower traffic area so the snake won't be bothered all the time.

I call it a terrarium because I don't want to call it a "tank" or anything. I kind of switch between the terms terrarium, enclosure, and habitat.

Anyways, does that sound about right so far?
Also, is it okay that I put the Acurite in the enclosure?

[Annarose15]

Sounds like you're on the right track. Yes, you can put the Acurite in the enclosure, just tie up the excess probe cord so your new baby can't play "tie the BP knot" with it.

[Arcapello]

Okay, should I just use a rubber band to tie the cord (It's a 10ft cord), or what?

[Annarose15]

Okay, should I just use a rubber band to tie the cord (It's a 10ft cord), or what?

That would work, or I just reuse the twist-tie that comes with it.

[4Ballz]

I built this (top to bottom)

[Arcapello]

That would work, or I just reuse the twist-tie that comes with it.

Okay, I will definitely do that. Thanks for all the help!

[alexr]

mines a tub though obviously. hahaha

[4Ballz]

mines a tub though obviously. hahaha

Nice LB!! lol, I use those all the time for work...lol