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    New retic set up

    Hello I’m getting a retic in 2 weeks this will be my first it’s 62.5 sd lavender albino . I’m not new to snakes all the snakes I own now are boas along with my red tegu so I own a lot semi large reptiles. My question is I want set up a natural type tank with a soil/sand/leaf substarte. I know these guys grow fast and I’ll have keep upgrading tank sizes but I have lots of tanks and all the supplies so I’m not to worried about that. So what do you think about doing a setup like this for a retic

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    New retic set up

    Quote Originally Posted by Merf85 View Post
    Hello I’m getting a retic in 2 weeks this will be my first it’s 62.5 sd lavender albino . I’m not new to snakes all the snakes I own now are boas along with my red tegu so I own a lot semi large reptiles. My question is I want set up a natural type tank with a soil/sand/leaf substarte. I know these guys grow fast and I’ll have keep upgrading tank sizes but I have lots of tanks and all the supplies so I’m not to worried about that. So what do you think about doing a setup like this for a retic
    I had one just the same .. it had a lovely calm temperament ( uk though ) .. if only reached just over 6’ as well !!

    I kept him on orchid bark with a ton of branches for climbing .

    They’re very inquisitive and very fast moving when there’s the scent of food in the air !!



    Oh and it never had a hide from day one as suggested by the breeder .

    There were quiet ‘areas’ all over though

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    I wouldn't do sand. If you want natural substrate go with the orchid bark or cypress mulch.

    Make sure any decor it can climb or perch on is sturdy and well-supported.

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    Re: New retic set up

    Orchid or reptile bark are dark coloured and will make the Retic colours absolutely pop


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    Re: New retic set up

    The sand is only about 10-20% of the mix , very similar to my boas mix I do use some
    cypress mulch because I get it for a very cheap price I might add some with the leafs for a top layer. I do appreciate every ones feedback thank you

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    Re: New retic set up

    There will be lots for her to climb on and nice area for her to soak when she wants to

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