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    Re: Basking light?

    idk about the humidity, but you'd need a thermometer in the tank if you're using a basking light. It can be dangerous if they get too hot, so you need to monitor that.

    If the humidity is too low, they can have problems shedding, especially babies.
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    Re: Basking light?

    Quote Originally Posted by d_virginiana View Post
    idk about the humidity, but you'd need a thermometer in the tank if you're using a basking light. It can be dangerous if they get too hot, so you need to monitor that.

    If the humidity is too low, they can have problems shedding, especially babies.
    Whats a good hot temp, and a good cold side temp?

    And how would you go after changing humidity in a snake's tank? Misting?
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    Re: Basking light?

    Quote Originally Posted by J@50n View Post

    And how would you go after changing humidity in a snake's tank? Misting?
    I just use my frog's mist-er but a little finger-sprayer from walmart or the dollar store works. Just spritz the inside of the tank a bit. Make sure not to let it get too wet and that the substrate doesn't stay damp at all because that can cause problems.
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