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If your BP is under stress do you leave it in total darkness?

Cbred-tails Jun 11, 2003 07:55 AM

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chondro788 Jun 11, 2003 12:49 PM

I do not personally put my Balls in total darkness at any time. If I have a stressed sanke, I put extra hides and try to keep the cage in a low traffic area. This way the snake can stay hidden, and not feel like there are always people around. I would not use complete darkness as this would not be a very good way of replicating the nature light that the sun gives. In the wild, if a snake is stressed there is still going to be sun in the day. I would say by not giving any light, this "could" cause problems in its self. I'm sure for a short period of time, it may work. Just my thoughts.
Jason
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