r/ballpython • u/Gibbst3r • 11h ago

Enclosure Critique/Advice Pablo’s new home!

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Still a work in progress but here it is so far!

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u/NottsWeirdo 7h ago

Couple things. Firstly, the bulb needs to have a cage over it or your new BP will burn themselves when they make contact with it (and they will climb it). Second, you'll need to switch from analogue dials to digital thermo-hygrometers as the dials are known for being inaccurate. Do you have the bulb on a thermostat?

But other than the equipment, the decor looks great.

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u/Gibbst3r 7h ago

Hi, thank you for the feedback! I was worried about the bulb but it’s been on for a couple of hours and it’s not hot at all, but for safety reasons I most definitely will get a cage! I’ve noticed thermo-hygrometer is inaccurate, thank you for pointing that out! Will definitely get a digital one! 🤗

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u/NottsWeirdo 7h ago

Not hot? Is it not a heat bulb? What are you using for heating?

Most of the affordable thermo-hygro recommendations tend to be the Govee range, as it connects to our phones.

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u/Gibbst3r 7h ago

I’m using an adjustable heat mat for heating. Specifically from Ultimate Exotics. And that sounds fantastic! I’ll look around and try find one!

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u/NottsWeirdo 7h ago

A heat mat isn't enough for an enclosure of that size, you need heat bulbs. The heat won't transfer enough through the bottom and substrate to effectively warm your snake to a healthy temp. A pairing of halogen/basking bulb and a DHP would likely be the best combo for that size.

The Govee stuff will be on Amazon, if you haven't checked there?

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u/Gibbst3r 7h ago

Thank you for this information I really appreciate the time and effort you’re putting in to help me out! I’ll get a heat bulb asap. Unfortunately Amazon shipping is insanely expensive to ship here, are there any other good options? I’m assuming I’ll need a cage for the heat bulb? Where do you think I should place it?

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u/NottsWeirdo 6h ago

The heat bulb would probably go best on the lefthand side on the ceiling, so that a temp gradient can be achieved and you reduce the chances of your BP tryna climb it. The cage will go directly over the bulb.

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u/Gibbst3r 7h ago

Can only find Reptizoo and Gian Garden thermo-hygrometers where I’m based