Hey- I'd really like an aduld Mali. Could it live in a 33 gallon rubbermaid? Thanks. Brooks
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33 Gallon Rubbermaid for an adult Mali?
cod6545
Nov 15, 2003 03:28 PM
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el_toro
Nov 15, 2003 04:52 PM
No - 33 gallons is not large enough for even the smaller uro species. An adult Mali (especially a male since they're larger) should be in no smaller than a 55 gallon, though some people say a 40 gallon breeder. But bigger is *always* better if you can manage it.
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Torey
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el_toro
Nov 15, 2003 04:53 PM
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Torey
1.1 Uromastyx Geyri (Joe and Arthur)
0.1 Anolis Carolinensis (Leeloo)
1.0 Betta Splendens (Mr. Miagi)
1.1 Felis Domesticus (Roscolux and Jenny)
cod6545
Nov 15, 2003 05:00 PM
N/P
el_toro
Nov 15, 2003 09:41 PM
They are certainly cheap, but a better option would be to custom build an enclosure from melamine (or have a handy friend help you). The rubbermaid doesn't offer the best of ventilation and the extreme heat that the uros require *may* cause problems with it. Plus I don't know if they come large enough.
Melamine is heavy and requires some building. It's more expensive than a rubbermaid, but is far less expensive than a glass aquarium tank. It holds heat well and is fairly easy to maintain. Plus you can customize the size and shape for your home and the specific needs of the species you're keeping.
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Torey
1.1 Uromastyx Geyri (Joe and Arthur)
0.1 Anolis Carolinensis (Leeloo)
1.0 Betta Splendens (Mr. Miagi)
1.1 Felis Domesticus (Roscolux and Jenny)
