Quote Originally Posted by kitedemon View Post
They both work fine. Back, belly it really makes no difference. Back usually runs a bit more power for the same heat however that also means that if a t-stat fails the max temp is lower. Belly heat is more efficient using less power. The reverse is true less power more heat if the T-stat fails. The placement of the heat does not effect digestion in any way.

(note•• just because a back heat may not get as hot as belly heat in the tub does not mean it is 'safe' in the event of a failure. Unless you are using a T-stat with over and under temp shut off points I would strongly suggest a failsafe with any and all set ups.)
You mean you haven't got the latest scoop?

9 out of 10 forum members claim that in the wild, ball pythons prefer termite mounds that have belly heat in them. If they don't have belly heat, they can't digest their food and they die. No kidding, I read it somewhere on another forum so it has to be true.

Jeez, Alex................