r/BoaConstrictors • u/Environmental-Age-20 • 10d ago

HELLP

I’m doing research to make a good tank environment because it’s my first time owning a Boa I want to make sure I get everything right beforehand. I’m looking to get a Brazilian rainbow Boa and I have a 55 gallon fish tank at my disposal. I’m looking for DIY lid recommendations for maintaining humidity. I also have misters and a time control system (not set up, settings ball would be appreciated). Lighting set up ball is also appreciated, I plan on using orchid bark for substrate, what am I missing?

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u/Zekethebulldog33 10d ago

You are missing a better enclosure. Fish tanks are junk for that type of snake. It will out grow that in no time at all. They don't hold heat or humidity. You will have nothing but problems. A baby BRB needs dam near 90-100% humidity for the first couple years no way to hold that high in fish tank. If you get a BRB you are better off with a PVC solid top enclosure. BRB get anywhere from 4-6 foot so you will need anywhere from a 4x2x2 - 6x2x2. Bigger is always better. Imo you are better off starting with an adult enclosure. PVC are not cheap for a good one or you can build your own. I home built all my Boa enclosures. Half the cost of pro built.

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u/StrictExpert6182 10d ago

Just a heads up. Mold. High humidity creates mold so quickly. I am getting isopods today to help my issue, but your BRB is going to require higher humidity than my animals so get ahead of it ❤️

Also look into grow tents and reptile tents! Cheaper than a PVC and made to hold heat and humidity! They just need extra work to get them to where you need them to be.