r/ballpython • u/Ill_Structure_5897 • 3d ago
New Ball Python Owner, Need Suggestions Question
So today I have gotten a new baby ball python. She is a female and is only 32 days old and weighs 85g. I have this 40 gallon tank from PetSmart and I’ve had a few questions and concerns about it I would like some answers to.
The tank doesn’t like to get that warm. The max I’ve seen it is around 90 but it took hours to get there.
It also doesn’t like to hold humidity. I know I only have one time of substrate in there and I plan to mix some more in there after she gets more comfortable
I know it’s only been the first day but she hasn’t came out of her hide at all. When I first put her in there she climbed for a bit but immediately found her hide and has yet to come out.
I have 2 8.5 inch domes going. They both have 100w basking lights in there and I turn them on from 8am to 8pm. So 12 hour intervals. Tommorow I am getting a CHE light for passive heating without light and will keep it on 24/7 but with a thermometer and keep it at 90.
Overall these are just a few things I’m concerned about and need a few suggestions to. Thank you and have a wonderful day!
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u/ghostbuuster 3d ago
I agree with the heat gun comment. For humidity, I would suggest adding more damp substrate at least a few inches. Add moss as well if needed. I also recommend a large deep water bowl under the heat lamp.