Quote Originally Posted by tbowman View Post
I would say it probably depends on gender and whether or not you intend to buy an adult or a baby. If you plan to purchase a baby I would start with something much smaller.

I don't think you'll have any issues housing an adult female in a 4 x 2 cage (many people here use the AP t8 of similar dimensions without issue)

The Herpstat is a quality product.

With the conditions where you are, It may be smart to forgo the idea of the RHP all together and use belly heat. Your preference.

If you do go the route of the RHP you could email Bob @ Pro Products and he will set you up with the proper equipment based on your needs and you will avoid any confusion about whether or not you're picking the right one.
4x2 for ANY ball python, regardless of gender is massive overkill, especially for a baby bp. Unless you are really into viv construction and maintenance, it doesn't really make sense to have an enclosure that size for a bp. I have seen some nice ones on here of those dimensions, but for your first snake I would start out smaller. I know that many make the argument that with appropriate hides and cage accessories that any size enclosure works for a baby. But IMO it is much more manageable and efficient to have a baby bp in an appropriately sized smaller enclosure. Not only does it provide added security, but it makes it much easier to monitor the health and wellness of the juvenile. Much easier to spot mites, defecation, urination etc.