I think the tank can be made to work if you provide plenty of cover and hides. Here's a pic of what I did for my corns tank. I plan on doing the same for my other animals someday. The corn loves it, lots of underbrush for him to hide in.

I've since upgraded him to a neat rock hide I had Chris JB weld together and removed the tree, although he loved it.

Experiment! If you acheive proper climate control in the larger tank, and you feel comfortable filling it up with decor, I think it will be an attractive piece.

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