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Re: GTP Setup Help
If you get a baby I would house it in a converted storage tub... if it is a neonate, the shoebox size will be fine for a while. I would discuss housing with the breeder you buy from.
I would make sure the perches are removable, that makes getting the snake out a lot easier.
Also, get a pair of feeding tongs.
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Re: GTP Setup Help
Originally Posted by Rapture
If you get a baby I would house it in a converted storage tub... if it is a neonate, the shoebox size will be fine for a while. I would discuss housing with the breeder you buy from.
I would make sure the perches are removable, that makes getting the snake out a lot easier.
Also, get a pair of feeding tongs.
feeding tongs - CHECK! Dont need to get bit during feeding... what about a snake hook?? yes, no, maybe??
Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.
Why is it called 'after dark' when it really is 'after light'?
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Re: GTP Setup Help
radiant heat panels will be enought to heat up the enclosure. dont bother with a misting system. in my opinion they are pieces of trash and misting youreself doesnt take too long. if you house gtps in plastic enclosures and mist daily then you'll be fine for humidity. a snake hook is a good investment. and if youre going with a baby gtp then grow it up in a 10 gal or small rubbermaid first. have it feel secure and reduce stress and he'll do much better. many ppl use 24'x24'x24' for adult gtps but greg maxwell(the gtp master) suggests 36'x24'x24' for bigger females although he does say the smaller ones can be used for smaller males. and im gonna have to agree with him.
just do your research and set up your researched enclosure before you bring the little guy home!
good luck!
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Re: GTP Setup Help
Congrats!!
Welcome to the addiction.
Do your homework (as I see your doing) and take your time selecting a nice CBB animal. You do not want a fresh import or wc GTP, you will be in for a ride.
I got my GTP from Ophiological Services (Cindy and Eugene Bessette) it seems that their website is down. But I have their E-mail address I will PM it to you, they are wonderful breeders and people to work with and have been doing this for a couple decades or more.
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u...Picture134.jpg
Here is my set-up it's a Repti-Racks enclosure, 36x24x24.
I suggest going with a 36x24x24 to create a better thermal gradient. I have heard it can be hard when using a 24x24x24 enclosure to create a proper thermal gradient for your GTP.
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u...Picture049.jpg
There is my enclosure as well.
Well it's going to be great to see what happens with you and your GTP!
Let me know if you need anything, I'll be glad to help if I can.
Mike
"They are biting out of excessive fear, not because they are mean. Mean is a human emotion and serves no purpose in the animal kingdom" - Kevin McCurley-The Complete Ball Python
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Re: GTP Setup Help
8b8ll, just curious, about how much does an enclosure like that cost? I'm currently trying to price out the purchase and set up of a GTP.
Thanks,
Andrew
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Re: GTP Setup Help
The cage came with the RHP, and light fixture (extra of course). I think it was around $450.00 when all said and done.
GTP + Herpstat + Cage was about $1,300.00ish
Mike
"They are biting out of excessive fear, not because they are mean. Mean is a human emotion and serves no purpose in the animal kingdom" - Kevin McCurley-The Complete Ball Python
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