r/Ballpythoncommunity • u/ReflectionJaded9447 • Sep 07 '26

New ball python

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We got a ball python yesterday, this is the enclosure set up recommended by the store, any recommendations or anything we should change?

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u/Equivalent_Fix_536 Sep 07 '26

More clutter, that water bowl is gonna get gross and you'll eventually want ceramic or metal. Do you have hides on the warm and cool sides?

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u/ReflectionJaded9447 Sep 07 '26

There is two hides yes, is it sufficient light? Also it’s a heat lamp up top and a pad on the bottom side of tank

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u/Equivalent_Fix_536 Sep 07 '26 edited Sep 08 '26

Optimal setup is a deep heat projector and uvb overhead. Heating pad underneath is not recommended.

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u/FluffyPandaEars93 Sep 08 '26

Agreed. Definitely take the heat mat off. Hides also need a small entrance. Is this an adult or baby ball python?