Ball python enclosure prices?

Question

I currently have my Ball python in a 20 gallon enclosure and she's about 3 feet now (I have to measure her after she sheds which should be in a few days hopefully since she's been in shed for a week now) and I was looking at those enclosures that are plastic but the front side of the enclosure is glass and it slides to open it, I think they are called vision cages. I was looking into purchasing a 40 gallon (if that's a possible size in those enclosures I'm thinking of purchasing) so how much would one of those enclosures cost (40 gal)? Sorry if this wasn't that descriptive but I think you may know what I'm talking about.

Answer 1

The pricing list for the vision cages are there with the cages. I would think that the vision Model 400 would be the minimum size you'd want for an adult ball. Cost will probably be around $300 or more for a larger custom enclosure like that. A regular 40 gl. reptile aquarium runs about $50 or so. If you're measuring your snake by the sheds, be aware that sheds can stretch up to 20% or more. A snake measuring program or a string is a more accurate way to measure. The program is the easiest way.

Answer 2

Depending on the size or age of your ball python a 20 gallon tank should do the job. For ball pythons heat is really important so you will need and infrared light and an under tank pad. You will also need substrate personally i recommend eco earth its cheap and very efficient and finally you will need a water bowl (glass dog bowls are great) and you will need a hiding spot like a half log.

Answer 3

If you want to save big money, go to target and get a 32 quart or bigger bin. This can house an adult ball python comfortably for its whole life. Unfortunately you can't watch them from the outside in the bin but its a big money saver and easier to clean. These bins at target can go for like $10 or less. Make sure you drill plenty air holes in the bin though. The bin doesn't seem that big but with the width and length of the bin, its fine. Good luck.

Answer 4

Have you ever thought of making one yourself? I did and apart from costing very little It was a lot of fun.



It started off as two redundant bedside cabinets, I screwed them both together, I used the drawer fronts to make a door for his 'dark' side and put a couple of pieces of glass as you can see.



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This made an app. 30 gallon vivarium.



When he grew to about size yours is I just added an extension on the top of the right hand cabinet, this is the only thing I bought, a piece of covered chipboard from B&Q.



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Now it's 45 - 50 gallon



I've still got a bit of tidying up to do on it but I'm pleased with it. If you want to make a 'posher' one you might consider using/buying an old glass cabinet.

Answer 5

I have 1 but i bought it at a reptile show for 30 bucks lol awsome deal but if u order them online they are about 80 dollars for 1 that is 30 inches long by 12 inches high by 12 inches high it is very nice