Hello everyone, I just got a new 40 gal. tank for my BP and I have everything but plants in it. I noticed that the BP doesnt like to come out when the light is on and just stays in the hide. When I turn off the light at night, the BP usually comes out and explores around the tank. I know snakes usually tend to be more active at night, but could it be that the light bothers it? The temperature in the tank never passes 90 degrees and more often than not stays around 82-85 degrees. So what I'm thinking is that by adding plants to the tank, it will provide shade while still keeping the temperature the same. So what type of plants should I get? A friend of mine has a BP as well and he has some plants that he got at Home Depot for cheap, but I thought I'd ask here for everyones advice.
And just incase i have the wrong light, which bulb is the one that i should have?