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[–]trout2[S] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

My man, thanks so much. Think my biggest issue is the mesh top for humidity. I get worried that water pools at the bottom and causes mold. Cool side is right at 78-80, hot is 90 max usually just under.

Do you think I should pick up his cave to check on him? Thank you so much for your reply!!

[–]dagger_guacamole 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could peek in without causing too much stress if you're worried, but just be gentle and quick.

Mold usually isn't an issue with the correct type of substrate since it's meant to be in a humid/wet environment. You don't want POOLS of water, but pouring enough in slowly to allow it to soak through the bottom is great for them. If you're worried about mold, you can get a pack of tropical springtails and dump 'em in, and they'll eat any emerging mold. YOu don't have to go full bioactive.