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laura118
Hatchling
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 14/06/2009 : 14:08:43
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Hiya everyone, im new on here, im hopeing to get a royal python next year, but i want to do all the research i can first.
i just had a few questions.
Is it true that a royal python will be happy in a 50ltr rub as a adult?
Are they happy with just a heat mat? Or do they need ceramic heat bulbs?? |
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dazb
Royal Python Moderator
United Kingdom
2847 Posts |
Posted - 14/06/2009 : 14:28:42
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Hi and Welcome..
A adult royal will be fine a 50l RUB...
As for heat sources, if your using a viv i suggest ceramic or heat lamp, if using a RUB its a heat mat... |
 
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Blackecho
Royal Python Admin
United Kingdom
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Posted - 14/06/2009 : 14:31:59
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| Agree with Daz, most adults will be ok in a 50L RUB, unless you get an exceptionally large one. |
 
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laura118
Hatchling
United Kingdom
57 Posts |
Posted - 14/06/2009 : 14:45:19
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| ok thanks for your replies, What do most people use as a enclosure? a viv or rub? Which do you think is best? |
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dazb
Royal Python Moderator
United Kingdom
2847 Posts |
Posted - 14/06/2009 : 14:49:36
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I use a RUB and a viv and both work fine...
RUBs are cheaper and because some royals are not that active a viv is sometimes seen as a waste of money cos it looks empty most of the time... |
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Blackecho
Royal Python Admin
United Kingdom
11327 Posts |
Posted - 14/06/2009 : 14:59:59
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| I use vivs for adults. |
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Annie
Snake Mite
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Posted - 14/06/2009 : 15:07:30
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| I know its a naive question but what is a RUB? |
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dazb
Royal Python Moderator
United Kingdom
2847 Posts |
Posted - 14/06/2009 : 15:12:02
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I think most people use viv's on here. The reason i am using a RUB is cos i have a fussy feeder and trying to get her feeding again (as we all know ).
I think it comes down to space, how many reps you keep etc...
IMO I use a RUB until it is of a good size as it is a cheaper than keeping upgrading the size of your viv as the royal grows, then when it reaches a say 3+ foot size, you can either move to the correct size viv or buy a bigger RUB. Works out alot cheaper.
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Annie
Snake Mite
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Posted - 14/06/2009 : 15:14:27
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| Ah Ha xxxx a really useful box? |
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dazb
Royal Python Moderator
United Kingdom
2847 Posts |
Posted - 14/06/2009 : 15:15:06
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quote:
Originally posted by Annie
I know its a naive question but what is a RUB?
Dont worry about asking any question
a RUB is a Really Useful Box...
Like in the link or similar. Basically a plastic box with a lid.
http://www.reallyusefulproducts.co.uk/uk/
EDIT: Deleted old post and used quote. Thats why it looks like the posts are in the wrong order...lol... |
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wolfspirit
Old Royal - I Post too much!
United Kingdom
5741 Posts |
Posted - 14/06/2009 : 15:41:15
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quote:
Originally posted by dazb
I think most people use viv's on here. The reason i am using a RUB is cos i have a fussy feeder and trying to get her feeding again (as we all know).
I think it comes down to space, how many reps you keep etc...
IMO I use a RUB until it is of a good size as it is a cheaper than keeping upgrading the size of your viv as the royal grows, then when it reaches a say 3+ foot size, you can either move to the correct size viv or buy a bigger RUB. Works out alot cheaper.
have you not tried her with a multi yet Daz? 
i use vivs to, dont worry that they are not out, i like vivs for preference cos i think they look nice is all..
i only see my royals when i get them out or say goodnight to them and they might be out then they might not..does not bother me really..
its part of what a royal is.. |
"No one can go back and make a brand new start. Anyone can start from
now and make a brand new ending."
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dazb
Royal Python Moderator
United Kingdom
2847 Posts |
Posted - 14/06/2009 : 15:43:46
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| Cant find a shop that sells them Anne...She will eat soon im sure of it...will try her later. Got her a nice gerbil for next week to see if that works... |
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wolfspirit
Old Royal - I Post too much!
United Kingdom
5741 Posts |
Posted - 14/06/2009 : 15:45:24
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quote:
Originally posted by dazb
Cant find a shop that sells them Anne...She will eat soon im sure of it...will try her later. Got her a nice gerbil for next week to see if that works...
i can get you some easily enough but it is getting it to you still frozen...
and there is a breeder not far from you..
Think Ali is going to get some... |
"No one can go back and make a brand new start. Anyone can start from
now and make a brand new ending."
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