Hi,
the tank is only glass on the front and lid. The sides and back are solid. I am using a Microclimate Mini Stat to regulate the heat mat and a digital thermometer to keep check on it.
I was told by the shop to keep the temperature at 27c. After reading many of the posts on here it is obvious that they know very little. I am a novice and willing to learn but don't want to harm the snake in the process.
Cheers