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Spilotes housing?

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Posted by cf on January 18, 2003 at 21:14:24:

Hi; I'm looking at getting a captive bred baby Spilotes and would like some real world insite into proper housing. I presently have a 55gal tall that I was planning to stand vertically on end to create an arboreal environment. I realize this will be temporary as they get very long, but I thought it might be a good start? I can either use a wire cage cover, or build a lucite door depending on how difficult it will be to maintain humidity.

My questions are regarding proper humidity and substrate. As we all know misting only lasts so long during the day, so would a moist substrate and a large water bowl suffice along with a plant, or would the substrate be a problem? I have been told by a reputable breeder that a common ratsnake setup would suffice, but would it be too dry over the long haul?

Pictures and suggestion will be much appreciated!!!

Thank you!

Freight

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