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    Re: The floor is lava! Lol

    Quote Originally Posted by dakski View Post
    Nice pics.

    I noticed the temp reading is 70F and the humidity is 75%. I don't trust those gauges too much, but the humidity seems high unless in shed and temps low.

    Are checking ground temps with an IR temp gun? If so, and they are 86-90F hot side and 78-80F cool side with ambient about 82-84F, then you are okay temp wise. I still would get the humidity down a little for when not in shed. I aim for 50-60% and 65-70% only in shed.

    I also recommend the same hides on both sides of the tank so the BP doesn't pick the more secure spot over temperature regulation. The hide with the small hole is also way better than the open hides for your BP to feel secure.

    Sorry if I am being intrusive, but I thought mentioning it might help.
    Great reply. I just noticed the same things.

    Unfortunately, OP, those dial style analog thermometers/hygrometers are wildly inaccurate (up to 15%) donuts worth getting a few digitals. I use Accurite brand, but there are others. I get them at Walmart or Amazon for around $10 each.

    You definitely want to get those ambient temps up, 75 should be absolute minimum while 78-80 is ideal for the cool side.

    I even go a bit lower humidity wise than dakski with my BPs. I make sure it never dips below 40% but boost it to 65-70% during shed.

    I know you just came to share pics, but I figured it can't hurt to share my experience and thoughts.

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