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Lighting, Heating and Humidity for the Jungle Carpet Python
Lighting
As with most snakes, it has not been proven that any UV light needs to be provided for jungle carpet pythons. A 10 to 12 hour photo period should be provided and can be achieved with timers. Light can be provided with a standard fluorescent bulb and fixture. Heat can be provided with basking bulbs, ceramic emitters, or thermal panels. Heat rocks should be avoided as they can often cause burns. Care should also be taken to not place heating elements in the enclosure where the snake can possibly come in contact with the bulb and suffer burns.
Heating
A 75° - 85° F daytime temperature gradient should be offered. Nighttime temperatures should be 5° F - 10° F cooler.
Humidity
The jungle carpet python is an arboreal species from the rain forests of Australia. Cage furniture such as branches should be provided to allow this species to climb. Humidity levels should be maintained at 60% to 70% in order to ensure proper shedding. Elevated hide boxes can also be offered to provide an even greater sense of security for your carpet python.
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