Quote Originally Posted by MisssMariee View Post
So, I'm trying to figure out what cage would be best for an adult male ball python, and I'm hoping you guys can give me some opinions on these and tell me which you prefer:

http://lllreptile.com/store/catalog/...ass-terrarium/ - Exo-Terra Glass Terrarium - Large Tall (36"l x 18"w x 24"t)
http://lllreptile.com/store/catalog/...ass-terrarium/ - Exo-Terra Glass Terrarium - Large X-Tall (36"l x 18"w x 36"t)

-or-

Basic Aquarium with screen top. If so, what size would you recommend?

Also, I'm curious on whether I should get one of those burrows you bury under the substrate or would that be wasted on a ball python? I've heard of a few who enjoy it? My female corn absolutely loves the underground burrows while my male corn never touched it so I know it varies by snake but I'm still curious on whether you think a ball python would even be interested? This is what I'm talking about: http://lllreptile.com/store/catalog/...-burrow-large/

And finally, what is your opinion on using a live plant/tree in the cage? Is that a good idea or not? Why or why not?? Thanks! I'll probably add more questions later since I'm planning the cage for my first ball python rather than one of my corn snakes
I'm a big fan of tanks that allow side access rather than only top access. Maybe it's me, but I'm uncomfortable (and I'm sure the snake is too) having a giant hand swoop down from the sky. We currently have 2 exoterras, they're excellent. You could always go with a tub as well, wayyyy cheaper, but it sounds like you want a naturalistic display.

My balls don't really burrow. Closest I'll get is wedging behind the water dish lol. But yours might be different, so it doesn't hurt to try. Worst case, your corn gets an extra burrow out of the deal

The live plant is more for your benefit than the snake. Balls are kinda chunky, so unless you have a sturdy tree or a stunted snake, everything will most likely get crushed. We had a little on in there for awhile, but my boy likes to redecorate his tank A LOT and it didn't last long lol.