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Restricted E
05-06-14, 11:08 PM
I have decided to get a corn snake (after I set up my tank and after I finish more research). I know what to do for heat and I know that they are nocturnal, but would a red light or blue light at night be beneficial? What about an led light for the day? My room isn't that bright during the day and I want to stimulate a natural environment.

formica
05-07-14, 01:49 AM
LED strip lights will do the trick nicely, but make sure to provide plenty of cover. Corns are not strictly nocturnal however, crepuscular is generally a better term, although some are very active during the middle of the day aswell

Restricted E
05-07-14, 07:47 AM
LED strip lights will do the trick nicely, but make sure to provide plenty of cover. Corns are not strictly nocturnal however, crepuscular is generally a better term, although some are very active during the middle of the day aswell

What about for at night?

sharthun
05-07-14, 07:51 AM
What about for at night?

Snakes don't need light at night if that's what you are asking. I second LED Light strips. You can change colors to simulate dawn/dusk or the mood. lol

Restricted E
05-07-14, 09:26 AM
Snakes don't need light at night if that's what you are asking. I second LED Light strips. You can change colors to simulate dawn/dusk or the mood. lol

Okay great!

Zcorpshea
05-07-14, 04:07 PM
LED Aquarium lights work great. They emit no heat at all, use little energy, and last for a long time. You can get them in strips or in a bar. I use a bar style light because I have my vents on the back top of my tank making it so enough light shines in to the tank