Quote Originally Posted by lexxielightning View Post
Basically, yes. I've heard of people who just keep their tubs at around 85 and don't use a basking spot or heat pad.
Always provide a heat gradient. All reptiles must have one - that includes turtles, snakes, etc. Because they are reptiles, they cannot produce heat on their own to compensate for an environment that is not the proper temperature to perform natural functions like digesting food, etc. A 10-degree gradient is ideal.

Yes, you set up a tub just like a glass tank. You don't have to have hides if you are using the opaque tubs. The tub itself will act as the hide. Although, it doesn't hurt to have hides in there either.

I only put ventilation holes on the side of my tubs. I find that it is easier to maintain humidity when there are no holes on the top.