Thinking about buying a ball python

[redshepherd]

So, this might sound really stupid, but in terms of a tub versus a tank/terrarium, I do have some space on my desk, but that's about it. Which is fine, it's just that... I feel like, being out in the open in an obvious spot in my room, a tub would be not as pleasing to the eye as a tank. I mean, just having a tub sitting on my desk all of the time I feel like would be a little weird. What do you think? That's really the only reason I would be leaning toward a tank instead

It's more difficult to maintain heat and humidity in glass with a screen top than plastic tub... With a glass tank, you'll most likely need a heat lamp in addition to the heat pad. And then depending on where you live, you might need to think of ways to increase humidity, since a heat lamp with drain humidity from the air. Anything a tank can do, a tub can do better... I personally don't think it's weird at all- whatever works the best is the best to me, especially if you have to transport often.

But if you really care about the aesthetic, it's not like it won't work. Here's the glass tank guide: http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...-With-Pictures!

vs. the tub guide: http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...e-Basics-*DUW*