My new BP cage(in the works)

[DM1975]

I started this artical on another board. Here is the link. I am building the cage into a bookshelf...
http://www.ball-pythons.net/PNphpBB2+viewtopic-t-3519.html

[Bartman]

Its a great looking tank, but imo its not adequate for a ball python. Their a heavy bodied snake meaning their much more terrestrial, therefore floor space is much more important then the height. That would make a great tank for a more aboreal snake imo.
Anyone else concur?

[DM1975]

How much floor space would be good in your opinion? I am at nierly 2 1/2 foot by 1 foot. My BP is only 17 inches right now, I know he will get larger but for now I think this would be ok.

BTW, it is not ment to house him for life...

[mykee]

The dimensions of that enclosure are more than adequate for quite a while, but when your bp approaches adulthood, he should me moved to an enclosure that is maybe a .5-1.5 foot longer, and maybe .5 foot wider. Also the height is not necessary, though bp's will climb if given the implements, floor space is much more necessary. Good work though.

[DM1975]

Thanks, I have caught a little hell on the size of the tank but I will keep him in it until he needs something bigger. I think that I will set this up as a kindof rain forest scene when he outgrows it and needs to be moved. I have plans for when he needs to be moved also but I will wait till that day comes...

[mykee]

You'll have a long wait. That tank looks good for a long while, assuming you decorate it properly and pay close attention to the husbandry requirments. It may be difficult to maintain proper heat gradient for thermoregulation, but good luck.