Hi,



I don't think you said what kind of cham you have. But since its in a aquarium, the easiest way to raise the humidity is cover most of the top of the cage with plastic sheeting...but obviously not all of it, or not near the lights where it will start a fire. By covering it, the dry air can't get in to pull the moisture out as easily. Remember though...you want the container to dry out (and the cham to dry off) before you turn the lights off at night.



You are right that you'll need to upgrade to a screen cage. Most believe you should never use an aquarium at all, but some believe it is OK until they get to about 2 months of age When you go to a screen cage (hopefully soon) you'll want to invest in a humidifier. When you get the cage it, will help if you get one with three sides unscreened, but not reflective...perhaps wood. Then you can set the humidifier in front of it and the moisture will stay in there longer. Might want to consider building a cage if you can't find one that is only one side screen. I've never done it, but I've considered making one out of a chest of drawers, and then just remove the top and put a door on the side. Might even look "furniture quality" if you do it right.



Steve

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