Some of the most common reptile that you can consider having as a pet are lizards, snakes, etc. and each can differ in atmosphere. While some reptiles come from the tropical or aquatic environments, the others tend to come from deserts. Therefore, owning reptiles for a pet can be challenging, especially if you’re new to it and are looking to do it right.
Unlike most other common pets, setting up a proper habitat for a reptile requires an entirely different concept, one that ensures it stays healthy and comfortable with a longer lifespan. In this article we talk about everything you need to know when it comes to setting up the perfect tank for your pet reptile.
The right enclosure
In order to set up a good enclosure, your first step would be to assemble the terrarium. However, do keep in mind that glass terrariums tend to be quite heavy and would therefore require more than one person in order to help set it up.
The right enclosure with support not just the health of your pet but also its comfort. The size of the enclosure and the environment you build within is also of utmost importance in order to provide your reptile with the habitat and space it deserves to grow in.
Lighting and heating
The next most important thing to selecting and setting up the reptile’s enclosure is to install appropriate lighting and heating systems within, including thermometers and hygrometer alongside. Often reptiles require proper heat to maintain good health. Adequate lighting is also equally important and can either be set up on the top of the tank or via separate stand. The latter is the most preferable and recommended choice by many out there.
Decorative elements
There are one too many decorative elements that you can add into your reptile’s tank in order to not only enrich its living atmosphere but also to enhance the set up’s visual by giving it a more aesthetically pleasing appearance, much like how you would do with a fish tank. From selecting out of the range of reptile plants out there to adding in reptile carpets, wood pieces and more, you can simply beautify the tank immensely. This adds a sense of shape, textures and material to your reptile tank.
Hiding space
While you may consider this as a part of the decorative element, it’s also a way to make the living space more fun and habitable for your reptile with that extra touch of thoughtfulness. The reptiles tend to retreat to such a space in order to relax or sleep.
You can do this with the help of aneither plastic box, clay pots, etc. by cutting a door like hole for it to crawl through. Feel free to add more than one hiding space if your reptile’s tank is large enough to accommodate it.
To give the tank a more unique touch, you could even consider going ahead with a theme. However, never forget that maintenance and cleanliness of the tank is mandatory every now and then.