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| Jono2411 |
Posted - 21/08/2012 : 00:32:26
Hey guys, just wondering what size RUB would be suitable for a BRB to last it roughly a year?
Thanks :) |
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| Snakesitter |
Posted - 17/10/2012 : 21:28:41
These snakes do best in low-ventillation environments. They will get enough oxygen, but you can't lose too much humidity without causing problems. No idea on exact hole count: start low and add as needed, remembering that less is more. I would buy your spahgnum at a garden supply store rather than a pet store (unless they do not house reptiles) -- less disease risk. Let us know how the National Geo device works! |
| Spugy |
Posted - 16/10/2012 : 06:27:09
So Snakesitter (and others) I got some cool and fun gadgets today. Someone recommended a National Geographic thermometer/hygrometer who has BRB so hopefully it reads humidity accurately. Need to test it out, might as well get my RUB ready. As important as it is to maintain humidity levels, I think maintaining oxygen levels is even more important. Easy to drill more holes, bit of a nuisance to cover them up. How many would be adequate for a 14L RUB? (41.9X33X16.8 cm or 16.5X13X6.625 inches). Babies must be really small, even if they do "grow like weeds" the first year. Also, spahgnum bought at pet stores? Thanks!
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| Snakesitter |
Posted - 21/09/2012 : 20:57:16
No need for apologies! :-) If it's only temporary, stay with tubs -- the owner should bear that expense, not you. Yes, a full viv would be an adult enclosure. Boaphile makes good stuff, though not as inexpensive as glass tanks. Go for plastic first, then glass, and avoid wood. Secondhand is fine so long as you make sure the previous occupant was healthy, disinfect thoroughly with bleach, and allow to sun-dry. |
| Spugy |
Posted - 20/09/2012 : 06:42:59
My apologies. My pets were given to me in small enclosures and since the owner seems in no rush to take them back I am putting them in bigger homes. Besides, I have had them a year and they have all grown a lot. So "full viv" would be an adult snake enclosure? I will check ZooMed and Reptile Basics and see what they have (and maybe the usedVictoria ads as second hand might be more affordable). |
| Snakesitter |
Posted - 20/09/2012 : 00:02:51
Respectfully, I would urge you to consider a full viv for adult enclosures, rather than a tote. I think snakes deserve and appreciate the stability. |
| Spugy |
Posted - 18/09/2012 : 15:42:29
Now where would someone get a 6 foot square plastic tote? I am struggling to get a 4 foot square one because I think my ball python would be happier. |
| Snakesitter |
Posted - 22/08/2012 : 21:38:12
Welcome Jono! I agree with Sue (Blackcat). If in doubt, aim for a little on the big side -- better to have a bit too much space than too little. You should also start saving up for an adult viv, preferably one made of plastic and offering at least six square feet of floor space...but you have plenty of time. |
| Blackcat |
Posted - 21/08/2012 : 09:59:10
Hi Jono and welcome to the forum 
A little more information about the BRB would be needed, but I am assuming you are talking about a baby for it's first year.
I have my baby CRB's in 12L RUB's, but not convinced these are actually going to be big enough for the first 12 months - they are growing like weeds.
Not too bothered if they out grow, as RUBS are cheap to buy and will just get them bigger ones if I think they need them. |
