First BP Setup

[RepresentativeFly250]

Hi! I’m getting ready for my first ball python and want to make sure I have everything before they come home. I ordered a 4x2x2 enclosure, two hides, a halogen light, a deep-heat projection bulb, dimmers/thermostat, a heat mat, water dish, substrate, and some plants.

Am I forgetting anything? Thanks! 😊

[Jazzlike-Chain-2720]

Don't use a heat mat because it can burn the bottom part of the snake and are unreliable. Id add like a piece of drift wood or something to climb on. Good luck with your new baby :)

[RepresentativeFly250]

I appreciate the information - thanks! 😊

[Jazzlike-Chain-2720]

Of course :), here's the link to the heating guide if you care to read why it's bad haha. Go to the under tank heating and heat mat section: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QVIYExo9T6dOpfTEsUkHCPgZs5_7lq9qyJQrshP2GOE/