Bloods are awesome! They can be tricky temperament-wise, but if you've worked with retics and afrocks, you've got nothing to worry about.
85* is just about perfect for a blood. Make sure to keep the humidity at 60-80%.
And don't worry about feeding. Bloods and shorties are all monster feeders!
Not only do they rarely defecate, but most of the time they do go is on you. Lol so just don't wear any nice clothes while handling them.
As for caging, it completely depends on the age. Younger bloods really need to be kept snug, or they'll refuse food and become especially snappy. However, when they're older, they appreciate lots of space. A good guideline is 2 square feet for every foot of their length.
Good luck and have fun!
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