Male and Female normals

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While I agree that it can be done if done correctly it is usually alot more than just a good sized tank, heat, and a few hides. I think if you want to do and do it the correct way so much mire research, and talking to folks that actually do it for years with no issues and talk to them about their experiences. They I'm sure are out there. What I will say is that most multiple tanks are not done with balls. Balls are a solitary species. They are also a competitive species. They'll compete with their own kind for food, heat, hiding, security etc. They don't realize That you are providing it. For me personally, i find the husbandry is easier With tubs. Easier for me to provide all the correct heat, humidity etc.
Even though breakdowns don't have to be done often I do them about every 3 months it is easier with tubs. I've used tanks and a complete sanitization is a pita with a 20 gallon. But even harder with a multiple animal 50 gallon. I also like to record defecations,sheds, regurges, things like that. Who does it is never the question with a one animal set up. It's known. Illnesses are another factor. With a multiple tank you'll be treating both. With separate only one. It's a precaution I like to take. Especially with the cost of vets I'm not into paying double. There's also other factors like stress lowers their immune system making 1 susceptible for illness that the other could catch. Stress will often cause fasts. Not a good habit to get in to. Accidents can and will always happen with any animal. With reptiles especially they are all instinct. Oh I smell food need to eat. Bamm 1 accidentally grabbing and constricting the other. For me the risk out weighs the convenience, or show factor, whatever.
It doesn't add up to me. Anyways this is all my experiences. I've done a two animal setup. It didn't work. That Was in my very unknowing early days. I learned the hard way. Treating two Ris at the same time taught me immediately. I hope this helps.

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