Temps inside hide.

[whispersinmyhead]

Ok well my cage is a plywood cage that with a ton of help from members on here has been successfully converted to a BP Cage. It's dimensions are 4' x 2' x 2'. Humidity is 50-60% at all times. Hot side is 92 and cool is 78-82 (in the coolest corner). Mid cage is 82-85.

Here is a pic


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The hide is a half log on the hot side is only 82 degrees. This seems a little cool. The floor beside the hide is 88-90 and on top of the hide is 92-94 (94 is in a tiny little 3 inch spot). Should I be concerned with the temp inside the hide?

Hope is didn't provide overkill on setup info.

[The Serpent Merchant]

Personally I would use a different hide (something that is thinner) but you should be ok. Your BP can access the correct temperature if needed.

[Crazy4Herps]

Wow, I am LOVING your cage setup!

It's a tough call, but I'd say you're fine. 82 is unlikely to hinder digestion, and though it is not ideal, I agree that so long as warmer temps are accessible you shouldn't have any issues.

[kitedemon]

Yes I'd say 82 for a hot spot is too cool. Small royals I try for 88 and adults 90. altering the hide might work or adding a bunch of substrate under the current hide to life it a bit also might work. Different material (ceramic) may also work.

[whispersinmyhead]

Ceramic caves may be a better choice. I think the 3/4" wood insulates against the heat. I just don't want to change too much too soon. She has only been with us for 2.5 weeks. She just had her first meal last night.

[The Serpent Merchant]

Changing the hide should be ok at this point. Especially if the hide is a more secure one with only 1 entrance and slightly higher temps.

[whispersinmyhead]

Temps inside with the temp gun are 84-85 right now but I think I would be happier if she had the option to stay hidden with a higher temp.

The half logs are against the wall so there is only one entrance but I think that the entrance is a little too large. I will find new hides this week and hopefully she likes em.

[piedplus]

You might also consider adding a himidity box.

[whispersinmyhead]

Humidity has not been an issue at all. I had a consistent 70-75% during her shed and 50-60% is easily maintained right now. I am only worried that the temp in her warm hide is not high enough. It seems 82-85 is where it stays. I am thinking a few degrees higher would be healthier for her. Maybe a rock-like cave will transfer the heat better than the thick wood?

[kitedemon]

should. Commercial plastic ones will as well.