Thanks for the info. I have seen a couple of more posts that agree with you on the digital vs. gauge temp/hydro. I am curious about the two snakes in one cage issue. My sister bought both of these guys when they were babies and they have been together their entire lives and in fact they are both under the water bowl. We take them out and feed them seperately but other than that they are together. Is that uncommon behavior for BPs? I do see your point about them getting sick though.