I use a coconut fiber and cypress mix, so when I do a substrate change things can be sort of damp (I use the dehydrated coconut bricks for that portion). This is good for my glass tanks and dry homestead, but I still let the mulch dry completely before I must anything down again.

My other step in preventing mold is completely sifting through the substrate at least once a week and mixing things up to be sure there are no overly damp areas, except for the damp hides I have placed on purpose.

No matter what you do damp substrate will have its risks, just make sure everything is monitored so you can provide the healthiest living space possible for your snake.


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