Snake (The Saga Continues)

[kiyakotari]

Having researched even more in the past few days, I've definitely settled on the larger Exo Terra PT-2607 (18x18x24 inch) terrarium, but I've decided against trying to incorporate live plants into the environment at this point. The humidity and temperature levels for this particular species of snake are rather specific, and I don't want to try to also manage the needs of the plants at the same time. Maybe once I've had it for a year or two, I will be better equipped to balance the requirements of both snake and plant health. For now, though, it will be artificial plants only.

The reptile dealer I've been speaking to is checking the sexes of his Rough Greens today (I want a male) and will be getting back to me.

Comments

[nagasvoice.livejournal.com]

Woot for getting setup worked out! And when you do want to add plants, itĺl be great to know youŕe already comfortable with the snake's care. Of course you're doing it right, you do your research first!!

[kiyakotari.livejournal.com]

Oh, I'm all about preparatory research. Always have been, for most everything. ^_~ Your advice on the plant species was helpful - when I do finally give it a go, I'll probably start with the ruby Cryptanthus, up near the top of the tank near the lights (it'll be set in a "bowl" in the background I'm going to be constructing).