Whenever I hear anyone say they are going to put a snake in an aquarium, my first thought is "I hope they have a secure top!" I bet more snakes escape from Aquarium type set ups than any other set up I can think of. I always make my own tops. There are a couple decent tops out there, but you have to be careful! Pet shops will claim their tops are made for reptiles, and are just wanting to make a sale. Here what to look for. I would avoid any tops made of plastic, try to locate the ones with metal frames. The metal ones seem to be the better fitting ones. Do not use any top that has even the slightest gap between the top and the rim of the tank. It must be a very snug fit. Snakes are incredibly strong, and inquisitive, and if there is any way they can squeeze out, they will! Like I said I make my own tops by bonding a wooden framed on the rim of the tank top, and then placing a wood framed screen inside that, with locks to secure it. It's not too hard to make , or maybe you might know someone who is handy with wood, and can make it for you. If not, then search for the metal framed ones, and remember not all 10, 20, etc, gal tanks are the same. Different manufacturers, make them slightly different. Make sure the top fits your tank. Sorry to make such a big deal over this, but I have so many people loose their snakes in the first week of buying it, due to those cheaply made tops! Good luck! Oh, Tim also gave some good advice. The more complicated the cage set up, the harder it is to keep clean. I would also buy an under tank heater and place it at one end opposite from the water bowl. Remember the heat mat goes under the glass bottom. Some people get the sticky kind, and stick them to the side, but I think the bottom will work fine, and be out of site. Aspen shaving work very well, as a substrate. Add a hide box, and a moist hide box, with moistened sphagnum moss, and your set.
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Disclaimer: I do keep several snakes in pairs, and some in groups. However I realize that things can go wrong, and I have to keep a close eye on those groups, to be sure they are not being adversely affected by these living conditions. Also if one happens to eat it's cagemate, it is 100% my fault, and I know the risks in advance!

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