Well, gave up on the Craigslist ad since there's been no response (sounded shady anyway) and I just got some equipment delivered.
Got a temperature gun, thermostat, heat pad and tank screen clamps with a thermometer/hydrometer coming in tomorrow. Today or tomorrow I will get a tank screen, coco fiber substrate, water bowl, hides and fake plants.
Still have some more questions however. For one, are apple and/or maple tree branches safe for use (after baking of course)? Have a bunch of them growing in the yard so that would be perfect. Also plan to put in a rock or two so it has a rough surface to help with shedding, I've heard those should be boiled? Have lots of those to choose from at any rate (collected them as a kid).
And I've ultimately decided to go with the 30 gallon I already have since it's on a nice stand and will make the display look nice. I'm aware that's rather big for a young one but I'll put in extra hides and foliage clutter so it can feel as secure as possible. I plan to use tinfoil to cover half or more of the top for humidity, but should the foil go over the heated side or non-heated side? I'm assuming the former since the water bowl with be partially over the heat pad and that will help maintain humidity. Also what can I use to cover the three tank sides that can either be easily removed for cleaning or won't be affected by getting wet?
Finally as for hides themselves, I know they like to be snug inside them but what's the generally recommended starting size(s)?
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