i just wanted to know do u guys that keep bccs use heat pads and heat lamps at the same time for heat. what is the difference between air temperature and hot spots. im so confused some people tell me a heat lamp is enough and other say u need heat lamp n pad. i have a peruvian boa.
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bcclover
Apr 19, 2005 10:33 PM
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Trueredtails
Apr 19, 2005 10:47 PM
Heat pads or heat tape is the way to go, lights are ok for smaller snakes but when you boa gets thick the lights will not be able to allow you boa to thermoregulate. Belly heat works much better and does not wast your power like 100 watt lights would.
-Dylan Keays
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True Redtails
bcclover
Apr 20, 2005 12:37 AM
so u never use both at the same time
bcclover
Apr 20, 2005 12:38 AM
also whats the difference between air temps n hot spot or are they the same
cnb2
Apr 20, 2005 01:27 PM
Air temp would be the cool side of the cage. The temp of the room the boa is housed in. The hot spot is the warm side where the heat is located.
bcclover
Apr 20, 2005 05:41 PM
thanks. thanks both of u for your help
