I live in Germany and there isn't much info about Rosy Boas out there. I was able to learn lots about the Rosy Boa on English language websites, but I found the information about the ideal terrarium confusing. Every source seems to say something else.
-Terrarium size and material
I have read about anything, from glass over wooden terrariums and even plastic containers for a start. We will be getting a baby if we do decide to get it now (not born yet, the mother is still pregnant), and the breeder said it is possible to start out with a plastic container until it will grow a bit and do well in a larger terrarium. I can see how it would save money to wait buying a terrarium until it has grown a bit, but is this really good?
How would heating and light work with a plastic container? How can the climate even be regulated in a plastic container?
A lot of places here offer wooden terrariums now, which are supposedly very good for keeping a dry climate.
-substrate, water, plants, branches
I haven't read anything clear about what bedding is best. Also there seems to be an argument about sand vs. no sand...
Same with water, I read here that a small amount of water is best, but some sources will say to not provide water at all times because it can lead to respiratory problems as it will make it very hard to regulate the humidity.
As far as plants go, I have read no plants, only plants that don't need much water and about growing your own plants. Which is true?
And are branches a good idea, if so what type?
-Light/ Heat
I read a lamp isn't really necessary, and that only a heating pad, tape or similar is used on one side of the terrarrium? I'm not clear on how this works exactly, how it is installed, regulated, or even what it looks like. I will also have to see what is available in Germany.
-Hibernation in winter
I am also not sure what todo about the hibernation phase in winter regarding the terrarium. I assume the snake would not want to be moved into a bigger terrarium once it is already accustomed to the cooler, winter temperatures...
This Video shows one of these plastic containers I was recommeneded btw.:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MtgcinmejY
I hope someone can end the confusion!
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