New Brazilian rainbow and owner :)

[RainbowBoa]

Originally Posted by bigsnakegirl785

EcoEarth will pass right through a snake...there's really no need to worry about substrate ingestion. The stuff you have to worry about are wood chips (ReptiBark, ReptiChip, aspen chips, etc.) or sand if you're using that for whatever reason. Unlike lizards, snakes don't go around lapping the stuff up 24/7 so there's not really a chance for any buildup.

As far as RainbowBoa's question, I change my rainbow's EcoEarth out every 3-4 months so long as the bedding isn't molded. My less humid species can go 6 months before they need a change.

If the bedding molds, it needs to be changed immediately.

Oh wow that's awesome! I have always been worried about RI but 3-4 months is cake. I can even give him a thick layer to burrow if he likes. Although I have never seen him burrow nor go to his water dish yet haha

[SnakeyJay]

Originally Posted by RainbowBoa

Oh wow that's awesome! I have always been worried about RI but 3-4 months is cake. I can even give him a thick layer to burrow if he likes. Although I have never seen him burrow nor go to his water dish yet haha

They're a shy species in general I find especially as a baby, this is normal so don't worry... I almost guarantee that once the lights are off he's out and about exploring.

Brbs are an awesome species to keep, good choice! Keep us updated with pics once he's settled and good luck with him.