Hello all. I'm new to this forum. Not really new to snakes though
I'm just trying to make the best cage possible. I've turned my 72gallon bow front into a snake home. (For my ball python)
I placed an under tank heater on the left w a rock enclosure over top so the snake may get inside (which it does)
I have a waterfall going in the middle. & some branches for it to climb on
Only issue is.. I've been reading too much & seeing a lot of ppl saying not to use hear lamps.
But..my tank is only about 75 degrees..not warm enough
I'm not sure how else to get to the temp I need w/o a lamp.
& do I need an infrared lamp for night time?
& if I do use a lamp..do I place it on same side as heat pad, so it has a hot & cold side
Any suggestions would be helpful
Here's a pic to get an idea of my enclosure
Thanks..


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