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    Set-up Questions

    i got my first ball python almost a week ago. i feel like i'm doing this wrong, so here goes.

    using a large (too large - looking to transfer to a smaller one) tub filled with plenty of stuff for a baby bp.

    warm side:
    - hot spot temp is 92 degrees. the thermometer is measuring underneath the substrate
    thermostat is set to 106. heat pad is on the outside. thermostat probe is in between the heat pad and the tub.
    - one hide

    cool side:
    - ambient temp is 75 degrees. the thermometer is measuring the air.
    thermostat is set to 104. heat pad is on the outside. thermostat probe is in between the heat pad and the tub.
    - one hide
    - water dish

    in the center there are some plant decorations to fill up the space.
    humidity is currently at 72% (my bp is going to shed soon)

    i need help. i don't know what the most efficient way to correct the temperatures for this. where to put the thermometer probe, whether the temp is ambient temp or hot spot temp, why i need to set the thermostat up so high to get a temp so low, etc. i followed some guides on here but it feels like it is not working out for me. help would be appreciated. thanks a bunch.

    pictures will be posted if necessary asap

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