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[DavidG]

I use the R500 on/off therm by zoomed. Takes a bit to figure out exactly where you want it. I did not read the entire post, but not using lights hit my eye. Not sure if anyone pointed out light cycles. If there is no light the snake will always think it's dark and never rest. They can go bonkers without rest, just like us.

[Neal]

I use the R500 on/off therm by zoomed. Takes a bit to figure out exactly where you want it. I did not read the entire post, but not using lights hit my eye. Not sure if anyone pointed out light cycles. If there is no light the snake will always think it's dark and never rest. They can go bonkers without rest, just like us.

Not true. They get some light from windows and such unless they are in a room with no windows. Snakes have a good ability to sense day/night.

[Swank]

I found a thermostat online. i bought that zoo med 500r. Kinda pricey, but i dont care, i want my damn snake. lol. My room i have the snake to be kept at has plenty of light. one really HUGE window, so i put the cage away fro window so it wont cook in out hot city. it supposed to get up to 106 degrees today. I think its going to be hard to keep the cage just right for him.

[DavidG]

I meant light in general, should have specified. My rack is near a window that the blind is cracked about 3 to 4 inches on and everyone seems fine. The R500 is about as cheap as them come. Look at proportional therms (the digital ones) a nice one with night drop is around 130.