Humidity Hide?

[M_king0347]

Since I can't be around to constantly make sure my snakes got a 60-70% humidity during her shed, I made her a small makeshift humidity hide here:



My question is, should I put it on the warm side, or the cool side?

So far it's been on the warm side, (in this pic it's on the cool) but it seems to dry the peat moss out, defeating the whole purpose, but I don't want her to have to choose between humidity and warmth. What should I do?

[Ba11er]

your better off using something made of plastic like the hides from reptile basics. It will be easier to clean and hold the humidity better than the cardboard. After excess water or feces get on the cardboard its going to start smelling and you'll have to replace it. Tape always finds a way to get stuck on reptiles and is not a good idea to put anything with tape inside the enclosure.

[M_king0347]

your better off using something made of plastic like the hides from reptile basics. It will be easier to clean and hold the humidity better than the cardboard. After excess water or feces get on the cardboard its going to start smelling and you'll have to replace it. Tape always finds a way to get stuck on reptiles and is not a good idea to put anything with tape inside the enclosure.

Is is there any way I could make a makeshift one from a plastic Tupperware? I don't really have any money to spend

[DLena]

Sure you can use a Tupperware container. I have mine on the warm side but not directly over the heat. The moisture lasts longer.

[Ba11er]

Whatever you have on hand that doesn't have sharp edges will work, just wash it out good. I would look for things that don't have any lips, ridges, or depressions so cleaning is just a quick wipe down. If you have local reptile shows check what they have hide wise , should only be around $ 3-10 each.

[Craiga 01453]

Yes, you can use cardboard, I have in the past. However, it soaks up moisture and urates and everything else, so be sure to throw it away after the shed. You're better off with a Tupperware, or butter tub, cool whip tub, etc... I usually add a second water dish as well.

Also, if that is tape on the box, PLEASE remove it immediately. Tape should NEVER be on the inside of your snake's enclosure. It can lead to serious problems if your snake finds it, and there's a good chance he/she will find it. For the safety of your snake, PLEASE remove the tape. If it's not tape, I apologize, but I'm just trying to help.

Good luck!