Hi all, I was thinking about getting a nice 75 gal tank. The top options are a regular screen top, which I'd prefer not to deal with for humidity reasons, or a glass aquarium top. Basically its a large lid that fits over the entire tank, (plastic frame, the actual "top" part is glass) and has two sections that flip up, sort of like the window on a Kritter Kage. I'd prefer this as it would seem to hold humidity well, but am concerned about air flow. I'd imagine its close to air tight. I could always buy it and just glue some mesh onto one of the sections, but if its not necessary I'd rather avoid the work. Has anyone seen a top like this before, or know anything about their efficacy with snakes? Couldn't get any info from the store, as when I told them it needed to mantain at least 50% humidity they looked stumped, and asked me if I had a "special kind" of snake.
Anyway, if anybody knows what I'm talking about drop a line.
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The problem with aquariums is that they don't have vents in the sides or back, so your venting must be done from the top. This IMO is not a great setup because stale air will hang out in the aquarium unless the top is very well ventilated. But then, there goes your humidity.
The answer? Aside from getting a real cage, (not a fish cage,) you can use a plastic storage container in the tank as a humid hide. This way, the snake has access to humidity if needed.
What kind of snake by the way? Kind of makes a difference. If it is for a boa, get a plastic or wood cage and forget about fish tanks. If for a kingsnake, you can get away with it.
If you are looking to pick up the 75 gallon to have for multiple uses (such as switching it out eventually to use for fish or aquatic reptiles) then getting it will work, but if you are only looking for an enclosure for your snake a manufactured enclosure would be an easier way to go for having proper humidity and heating requirements. Also you should be able to find an enclosure to fit your needs for less then the aquarium would cost.
Either way, good luck.
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