I recently got a ball python and when I was setting up his tank it said on the package and instructions that it's better to put it on the side of the tank rather than underneath it, so I did. But now I'm worried the tank's not warm enough, not that the heat mats not warm enough, but it's not making the hot side of the tank as hot as it should.
So what I'm asking is, is it okay to put the heat mat on one side or is it better if I move it to the bottom of the tank?