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Old 01-24-13, 08:34 PM   #1
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BCI housing on a budget

Curious what kind of setups are out there for the aspiring BCI keeper? A friend of mine in VA is thinking of rescuing one from a dreadful owner but doesn't have a massive budget.

Wondered what you guys might recommend for enclosures/setups that don't break the bank?
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You can build amazing things cheep. Look in the local freecycle adds. You can find free building materials.
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Re: BCI housing on a budget

What about plastic storage bins, the big ones? Can't find anything BIG online. It would need to be like 6 ft wide... any ideas?
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What about plastic storage bins, the big ones? Can't find anything BIG online. It would need to be like 6 ft wide... any ideas?
check walmart/target/kmart/sears for under the bed storage containers. Mine is over 5 foot, its like a coffin x__X Mines like a 5 something by 3, they are great and you can stack them easy.
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check walmart/target/kmart/sears for under the bed storage containers. Mine is over 5 foot, its like a coffin x__X Mines like a 5 something by 3, they are great and you can stack them easy.
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Re: BCI housing on a budget

Most boas are usually fine in a 4'x2' foot print. That size will accommodate snake up to 8' thought it will be a tight fit depending on girth.
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Most boas are usually fine in a 4'x2' foot print. That size will accommodate snake up to 8' thought it will be a tight fit depending on girth.
Can't find a plastic storage container long enough to be 4 foot. Looked on lots of websites including rubbermaid, sterilite, lowes, target, walmart, fred meyers, etc. They have 3 footers but no 4 footers +
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Old 01-26-13, 04:39 PM   #9
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search for a christmas tree bin. They are fairly massive and should suit your needs I think.
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Amazon.com: Artificial Christmas Tree Box (Clear/Red) (14"H x 52.12"W x 20.12"D): Home & Kitchen
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