Suitable Enclosure for a BP

[Snakeydoodles]

Could you provide a link to the PVC enclosure? Thanks!

[larryd23]

Could you provide a link to the PVC enclosure? Thanks!

Here's RBI: http://www.reptilebasics.com/reptile-cages/

Here's AP: https://apcages.com/collections/terrestrial-cages

[JRLongton]

Or maybe it might not look so bad.


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Yeah, that is wicked slick! I take it back, it seems you can set up an aquarium to look good.

[Godzilla78]

Or maybe it might not look so bad.


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Yes, looks great, but you are losing a lot of heat and humidity with that setup, not to mention exposing the snake from all sides. He was saying that if you alleviate the humidity, heat and light problems by covering the back and sides, and covering the top with a wet towel... not so nice any more

[Sonny1318]

Yes, looks great, but you are losing a lot of heat and humidity with that setup, not to mention exposing the snake from all sides. He was saying that if you alleviate the humidity, heat and light problems by covering the back and sides, and covering the top with a wet towel... not so nice any more

Yes, is looks really great, BUT if you look close you’ll notice two pieces of 3/8 acrylic covering each tank. I lose very little heat and humidity, and depending on their location they are technically covered on a minimum of two to three sides if not more. And I recently posted pictures of all my animals, and I believe they are all extremely healthy. And for at least six months a year my humidifier is off. Maybe I misunderstood the point, but there are many ways to skin a cat. I trust myself enough to know I’m doing well by my animals. I even only provide one hide and find they slide it to were they are most comfortable, not to mention in my humble opinion, it’s all about ambient temps anyway. I don’t mean to sound defensive, But I remember when all we had was tanks and snakes ordered out of the back of magazines.

[Crowfingers]

I’m a little different. I buy a big forever home, then give a lot of hides and darkness for the hatchling. As it grows, I remove the hides with larger ones.

I did the same thing, I started with a 40 gal breeder and a 150ish g snake. He had 8 hides total, two water bowls, fake plants, logs and rocks, and three covered sides. He wasn't stressed, never missed a meal. I think if you study them and mimic their needs to the best of your ability, you can successfully keep a snake in a larger cage. BUT and this is a big but for a first timer - your husbandry MUST BE 100% spot on. or you will have a stressed snake.

Mine is now 1050g and in a T11. He has 4 hides and still has tons of stuff to clutter it up.

[Godzilla78]

Yes, is looks really great, BUT if you look close you’ll notice two pieces of 3/8 acrylic covering each tank. I lose very little heat and humidity, and depending on their location they are technically covered on a minimum of two to three sides if not more. And I recently posted pictures of all my animals, and I believe they are all extremely healthy. And for at least six months a year my humidifier is off. Maybe I misunderstood the point, but there are many ways to skin a cat. I trust myself enough to know I’m doing well by my animals. I even only provide one hide and find they slide it to were they are most comfortable, not to mention in my humble opinion, it’s all about ambient temps anyway. I don’t mean to sound defensive, But I remember when all we had was tanks and snakes ordered out of the back of magazines.

Thanks for the writeup, sounds like you really got it dialed in!!! Very good setup, I’m impressed, it seems you have the glass tank setup as best as possible.

[Sonny1318]

I’m a little different. I buy a big forever home, then give a lot of hides and darkness for the hatchling. As it grows, I remove the hides with larger ones.

I also agree with this too. If you have the experience and have been doing it for a while you know what can be done and not done. But I totally agree with Deborah also, because most people come here looking for advice and are newbies. And she is pretty much guaranteeing you success if you follow her advice.