T10 enclosure divider for baby ball python?

[dakski]

You would have to have a really good thermostat and proper probe placement, and a smaller RHP, to make it work. If you get the tank dialed in well before the snake goes in, you can experiment. However, see below for what I would do instead. Regarding under tank heaters, they can work with PVC, but I recommend heat tape instead. That's what I have on all my tanks (all PVC). If you decide to use an UTH, make sure your thermostat is placed properly (ask if not sure), and if proper temps are set, and it shouldn't be an issue. Same with heat tape.

Further, I wouldn't put a very young BP into a big enclosure like that..until settled in and out of quarantine.

My suggestion, if getting a baby BP, is to have a small enclosure for quarantine, and have the big enclosure set up for 3 months or so down the line when the snake is eating reliably, known to be healthy, etc.

In general I think many people assume that a large tank won't work for a babies and many have had issues, but there are probably other variables at play. With various snake species, including BP's, I've done well as long as proper temps and humidity are met and the tank is cluttered with many hiding spots. Even now, my BP, Shayna, who is 1,800G and ten years old, is in a 4X2' enclosure. However, between the water bowl, two snug hides, and one larger hide, doesn't have a lot of free space. She likes it that way. She spends most of her time curled up in either the warm or cool hide.

The issue with big enclosures and little snakes in general is that there is too much room and they do not feel safe. A snake that feels vulnerable will be stressed, and likely not eat or thrive.

I understand that certain snakes, like BP's and hognose, to name two, can benefit from smaller spaces, certainly, when little. However, although not a definite, I still think proper husbandry, letting the snake settle in, etc. can allow for a young BP, once eating reliably, to thrive in a bigger enclosure.

Alternatively, get an older BP - 6-12 months, for example. They will be more established and after quarantine, can easily be moved into your bigger enclosure.

This is my two cents, and I am sure others will disagree.