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hustler_619 Oct 28, 2004 01:22 AM

hi i was just wondering if theres a certain type of bedding that should NOT be used for a ball python besides cedar? please let me know thank you.

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dangerously Oct 28, 2004 04:46 AM
smokymreptiles Oct 28, 2004 12:21 PM

what is the difference between cedar and cypress? Why exactly is cedar not cool for bps?

CJBianco Oct 28, 2004 12:37 PM

"what is the difference between cedar and cypress?"

I give up...what?

Chris
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dangerously Oct 28, 2004 09:53 PM

Never took shop class or biology? They're both types of coniferous evergreens (i.e. pine trees). Difference? None as far as the snakes are concerned.

Anyway, and wood with oil or sap you want to avoid, as it's generally poison to reptiles.
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