FYI not on the care sheet. Do not use tape anywhere in the tank for any reason. I think tanks are fine as long as the husbandry is right. Tubs are definitely cheaper if your planning on more snakes. (Be careful this hobby is addicting) Also most pet stores dont know jack squat about the care of reptiles. I get disgusted when I see unhappy looking or even ill looking reptiles at local petstores. And I know everyone has there own opinion and uses for reptiles but when I see baby leos on sand substrate or when their tails are so thin, I just want to take them home and plump them up. Anyway good luck!