I've had my cali king (sub-adult) for a short time. He seems to stay on the cool side of his enclosure constantly. He ate yesterday and still is staying on the cool side. Is this normal behavior?
He has adequate hides on the warm side...
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new albino cali king
dolphinvolley
Jan 27, 2026 10:09 AM
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AaronBayer
Feb 04, 2026 09:30 AM
Yeah, they won't always use heat. It's just important that it's available to them when they need it.
PHFaust
Feb 04, 2026 10:27 AM
>>I've had my cali king (sub-adult) for a short time. He seems to stay on the cool side of his enclosure constantly. He ate yesterday and still is staying on the cool side. Is this normal behavior?
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>>He has adequate hides on the warm side...
What are the temps on each side? Tell us about your set up? Do you have photos?
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Cindy Steinle
PHFaust
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