Howdy faggots, I'm about to get a ball python. My room is always kept 70-80 degrees (day & night), and the cage is big enough (10.5x24 and probably about 18 tall, inches btw) IF I'm able to let it out occasionally, which I can absolutely do.
A lot of people on python-specific forums mention having a heat pad that covers no more than half the tanks length, while no less than a third, with a "proportional thermostat"
(basically something that regulates the heat pads power output so it always keep it at an exact temp), along with a thermometer with a probe to observe the temperature of the warm AND cool side of the tank, since they need a warm and cool area.
Basically, I'm just wondering if all that's really necessary, and if so, what brands would YOU recommend?
I'm continuing my research atm, just want some sort of live feed back. I didn't see any reptile threads so maybe I'm in the wrong place, but thanks anyway fellas :)
