So I would like to make a natural vivarium for my Everglades Rat Snake. I read as much info as possible, even bought The Book - The Art of Keeping Snakes. But one question still remains...
How do you ensure proper heat on the warm side, soil is not a good heat conductor. Do I set the thermostat to my heat mat a few degrees higher to make sure he is getting the proper temps (he's not much of a burrower), or leave it as is and monitor with a thermometer. Winters coming (Said Ned Stark) and it can get quite cold in my old house.
Any help will be awsome and greatly appreciated
Cheers
Amanda
How do you ensure proper heat on the warm side, soil is not a good heat conductor. Do I set the thermostat to my heat mat a few degrees higher to make sure he is getting the proper temps (he's not much of a burrower), or leave it as is and monitor with a thermometer. Winters coming (Said Ned Stark) and it can get quite cold in my old house.
Any help will be awsome and greatly appreciated
Cheers
Amanda