Herpstat/temp question

[dr del]

Hi,

When I get off work ill put the accu probe in the hide like you said..but im sure its going to be too low of a temp. and if it is then I can't turn up the herpstat because the bottom of the tub would be too hot for the snakes belly if he pushed the aspen away.

Yup -that's why I'm suggesting taking the aspen out of the equation for now - if we can simplify it but get it working well before you bring him home that is by far the best way to go.

Could it also be that im using to big of a tub? its 31qt and the bp im getting is roughly 6mo old. I know the tub is big for him, but I picked up some fake plants to put in there to make em feel more secure. Think if I went with a bit smaller tub that would be better all around? and if so, what size tub would you recommend that could hold two hides and a water bowl?

Unless the tub is thicker on the bottom than the smaller ones it shouldn't be whats causing your immediate problem. Smaller tubs are better for more nervous snakes but you can try it with this size and see how he deals with it after the initial settling in period. Just keep in mind a smaller one might be needed if he won't settle down and eat well.

Ill also try the newspaper (non color print..right?) if my temps are still too low ontop of the aspen. I would just assume that the snake would prefer something a little more natural like aspen.

I use coloured newspaper all the time without any problems.

I have never had much of a problem with it staining the undersides of the snakes either - but then again it might be more noticeable with a BEL or albino.

Each substrate has its good and bad points - I personally like the fact I can't spot clean with newspaper. It's either clean or it isn't - and if it isn't I clean it.


dr del