Store bought Terrarium for a Ball Python

[Shelby DeNike]

This is the 2nd Ball Python I have owned, had to get rid of the other when I moved to another state. I have always used Glass aquariums to house them, but recently have been seeing Terrarium's for sale online as well as local stores and they have caught my eye.

I am wondering if anyone has any input on using these for a Ball Python? I know they are good at escaping and the locks on these kind of worry me, especially when I have not seen too many reviews mentioning holding a snake in them.

To get an idea of what I am looking at I have included a link: http://www.amazon.com/Zoo-Med-NT-2-N...079987&sr=8-15

This is not the exact one but I have seen quite a few from Zoo Med and Exo Terra. I am mainly on the look out for a front opening Terrarium for easy access and visibility at an affordable price.

[Stewart_Reptiles]

Perfect for Crested geckos among other things but not for Ball Pythons, they are ground dwellers they do not need that much height.

Also a recommendation if you purchase a baby make sure to purchase a enclosure that is adequate for the animal's size (something that is tight and secure)

[Shelby DeNike]

Thanks Deborah. My main concern really is the locks that come on a lot of store bought Terrarium's more than anything else. I have been looking around and have found many different Terrarium's in shapes in sizes. Just planning for the next tank as the one I have now will eventually be outgrown and would love to have an amazing setup for when the time comes.

[Skittles1101]

+1 Deb, great terrarium, not for balls. For a baby you can start out with a 10 gallon or equivalent, I started with 20 gallon long without issues also.

[Shelby DeNike]

I guess I should clarify I already have him in a tank which is a 20 gallon. But looking for something like here - http://www.exo-terra.com/en/products...rium_large.php

They have the "Large/Wide" as shown here - http://www.exo-terra.com/download/hi...ium_Filled.jpg

Mainly just concerned on being able to escape with these kind of door locks.

[rperry03]

Really cool with the front access, not much different than a glass tank.
Stick with the 18" high for sure, anything else will be a pain to heat.

[Kingofspades]

I don't really see the point in paying extra for something that is accomplished with what you already have. Plus..moving them can stress them, make them stop eating etc.

If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

Just my opinion.

[Vecchioli]

I am currently researching the exact same terrarium because im looking to get a bp right away. I think its a great setup the only question I have is that it is so big do you think using a UTH and a light is necessary?