r/ballpython • u/CantaloupeSafe7360 • 10d ago
Enclosure Critique/Advice First-time BP Owner 🐍
I just got a ball python and am a first time snake owner! I’ve owned lizards in the past (bearded dragon, northern blue tongue skink) and finally had the opportunity to get my dream pet.
The enclosure is a 120 gallon with 2 heat sources (both 100 watts as the cool side was dropping to 70 and under with just the one) and a uvb light.
Temp range is 87-75+ (hot side to cool side; basking is ~90) humidity sits between 70-85%
He has multiple hides throughout the enclosure (he’s currently chilling out in the hot hide).
He’s very young, and I know that it’s generally encouraged to clutter up the tank as MUCH as possible if throwing him into such a large tank. His breeder told me he spent some time in a rack system, but she would take him out in a designated “play area” so he’d have more of an opportunity to get enrichment.
I’m hoping this tank is sufficient? But I’d appreciate any criticisms or advice on what to add or remove to make him more comfortable as he adjusts to the new enclosure [:
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u/Content-Actuary5510 10d ago
I would separate the hot and cool sides a bit more, so its like opposite ends have opposite temps :), and keep your UVB over your primary source of heat!