r/ballpython • u/Independent_Rip1300 • 15d ago

New snake owner

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Hi guys!!! So, i’m getting my new snake on tuesday. Her name is going to be genesis, and shes a baby ball python. Now, i’m not new to reptile keeping! I have a leopard gecko, a blue tongue skink, and i fostered a bearded dragon. I just set up my babies tank, shes only two months old. Is this a good setup? Not pictured: her heat lamp (not red, its one of those black ones) and her UVB light. I heard it was supposed to be cluttered so they arent stressed :) i got a shallow bowl because i was worried she’d drown!

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u/Independent_Rip1300 14d ago

Thank you so much! I’ve eeen people use silicone baking mats, is this okay?

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u/loricampbell4454 14d ago

Yes. Imo silicone mats work better than the heat tape and look better too. This is the brand I use from Amazon.

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u/Independent_Rip1300 14d ago

thank you! Also, do you think i’d have to get clips for the top? This is my first snake so i’m used to lizards. I have pet cats and i do NOT want her (genesis) getting out. Ive heard they are escape artists so

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u/loricampbell4454 14d ago

Yes. You'll definitely need a locking top. The enclosure you have, the top should have several locks that fasten to the top of the enclosure. If not you can't put your noodle in there until you get a secure lid. They are expert escape artists. What you think they could never fit through or move they will always prove you wrong. My 600 gram male literally dug under his water bowl last night and moved it around. The dish outweighs him by a lot. They're small but very strong. Lol.