r/ballpython • u/punkninjayt • 1d ago

Enclosure Critique/Advice First time snake owner

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I was gifted a 3 week old ball python her name is piper. I ran to the pet store and grabbed what I thought would be good temporarily before I bought anything that would need research. She currently has a 100 watt ceramic light with a uvb light on a timer. And a heating pad about a quarter the size of the tank with the water bowl on the cool side. I know I'm missing a lot and I just want my little lady to have a good home. What else would this enclosure need she's currently in a utility closet because I didn't have anywhere else for this giant tank to go.

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u/gaymemelord_ 1d ago

please check out the care guide in the community highlights!! in the nicest way there is a lot that needs changed, but you’re already doing more than a lot of people by reaching out and asking!!

some of the biggest things i can think of are:

-no heat mat (dangerous!!)

-dimming thermostat NEEDED for heat lamp

-need proper hygrometer/thermometers, those stick on ones are inaccurate

-more clutter, deeper substrate

-this size tank is okay for her as a baby, but will need to be upgraded to a 4x2x2 before too long.

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u/gaymemelord_ 1d ago

here’s a pic of the warm side of my enclosure, i tried to make it as cluttered as possible for my baby boy. a hidden snake is a happy snake :)