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Re: New Member... Questions Before I Get My First BP
 Originally Posted by CharlesMTF
And, I do actually plan on making the glass a little more private by painting the back and sides black, and then making a custom background in the tank... custom side as well. So as to look a little more natural. Then, there will be several hides and other articles inside for the snake to feel secure... branches, rocks, etc... can there be too much? Not sure, that's why I ask here.
start reading here: How to Set Up a Glass Enclosure. it's a wonderful write-up that will help you understand what a glass enclosure needs to be successful.
and no such thing as too much as far as the snake is concerned, but just know you'll have to clean all of it when it gets dirty.
 Originally Posted by CharlesMTF
So, that's the purpose of this post... I want to make sure I have it all covered and not missing anything. Of course, if there's an issue I can't solve with the glass tank, then I would just surrender and put out the money for the nice enclosures.
your forethought to ensuring your snake's enclosure is perfect before it arrives is definitely commendable and something we don't see that often from new keepers. 
 Originally Posted by CharlesMTF
Humidity... I don't THINK I would have an issue, but of course that could all change after I have it all set up... which is the reason I wouldn't get any snake until I have the enclosure fully set up and temps and humidity readings to where they should be.
read over the sticky i linked above to ensure your humidity requirements for glass enclosures are met; it should make dialing everything in easier.
 Originally Posted by CharlesMTF
Yes, that is what I'm afraid of.
don't be 
 Originally Posted by CharlesMTF
The tubs are good, I like that option as well... however, I want a nice "display" to show off the snake.
just know you won't see your BP much; they hide practically all the time. i went with a glass enclosure for my first snake, and i bought a T8/PVC cage when my first BP got big enough. i know down the road i'll be moving away from glass and will probably only use my glass set-up for quarantine.
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