:yes i know about the temps thats really the only thing im worried about i really have to pick up a thermostat but i cant find any i think im gunna have to buy one off the internet..... as for the hides im using on both sides these old wooden cigar boxes that keep humidity very well they just have a hole drilled in one side she fits just about prefect in them and she seems to like them scince shes in there almost all day except whene she comes out for an occasional drink..![]()