Which Aquarium to get

[philthechil]

I've narrowed it down to 4 of them on craigslist so I'd be picking them up. Here are the links


20 gallon aquarium

46 Gallon Bowfront Aquarium - As Is

29 gallon aquarium

reptile terrarium setup

[brain]

This depends on how “many” snake you plan to have. A single garter can live quite a while in a 10 gal tank.

The one with the stand would work a long while.
reptile terrarium setup

[philthechil]

I have one Garter which I think is like 26 inches. If I can get ahold of another one, I'm going to put it in with Gwenne but I would have a bigger tank by then.

[infernalis]

I'd get the bow front, and build a wooden back for it.

Then you can drill holes for wires, mounts, whatever.

Would make a great project.

[philthechil]

That's not a half bad idea.... I was thinking on getting either that one or the 20g with the accessorys. How much should I offer on the bow front?

[infernalis]

they are expensive new, I'd offer $20.

Most people who would want it will want it for fish, and the cracks will deter them.

I got a nice cracked tank for free once.

I got lazy and taped over the crack, it still holds snakes, and I used clear tape, so it looks good.

That 29 is too good a deal to pass up...

29 is a nice size, room to climb up and move around.

[brain]

There you go bigger is better sometimes

[infernalis]

There you go bigger is better sometimes

Garters are a very inquisitive snake, they like to explore.

Unlike a Corn, King, Milk or BP they will spend all day hiding, not a Garter, they are all over the place.

[philthechil]

I found 2 more for you guys to look at. I think I'm gonna go for the bowfront. Unless you guys say otherwise.

Reptile Aquarium-(20 gal long)-Snake Cage w/Accessories

20 Gallon Glass Aquarium

[guidofatherof5]

Micheal,
Just buy them all. You know your going to need them in the future
Start stocking up now. If there's any you don't want just ship them to me. I don't mind.

I just picked up a 30 gal. long with 3 different lids, heat mat, rocks, filter and a light for $20 I don't need the filter but it's nice to have in case the need arises. Craigslist to the rescue.