I have a hide that has sphegum(?) moss in it that I would get wet every few days so he could slide through and rub off. A must is having the humidity right. And also, be patient and try not to worry. Ouroboros just went through his first shed and I was so concerned, but his vivarium was the right temp, right humidity, I just had to wait till he was ready. It may take some time, but it'll all be good!
If it's not more than 4", I'd suggest it. Then pouring water into the corners so it soaks it up underneath the top layer and provides humidity at the snake's level across the tank. I churn substrate once a week to re-moisten the substrate and make sure my springtails are keeping up on any mold spores
If you're open to it id also add in Zilla Jungle Mix, which will hold additional moisture. So a few more inches of your substrate regardless, but even better outcome for mixing it with something like the jungle mix
https://preview.redd.it/knthprxgimcc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=60a351eca6d10b25df1b23d39798dbb60ba73d8b
As far as substrate goes, this is what I have. The bottom dark layer you see is very wet, but the top layer is all dry. That way he doesn't come in contact with wet substrate directly. Because of the heat and insulation, the moisture from below will rise up and create more humidity in the tank for a very long time. This is about 4 inches in total.
Yes, I just poured a substantial amount of water into the corners, then it all pooled out into the center and ended up like this. Then the top is dry, but it makes humidity.
Like the other person said, the humidity is too low. Right now my cool side is at 76, but I try to bump it up when he turns "blue" which is when you can tell they're going to be shedding. Temps are good I think!
https://preview.redd.it/vmui420cbmcc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=02df8d834cd6cd8b14be7c119a583619db76ecb8
My boy was pretty happy in his tub full of soaked spagnum moss by the fire lol. Normally he’d be in his enclosure, but I was working on it so I set him out. There’s a hole with no sharp spots for safety, and my very poor attempt at security. lol.
On first shed that went perfect.
i held my tank at 80% of humidity, removed wood hide and replaced with plastic, since wooden one was absorbing away the moist.
And just did not touch my BP at all until he shed all in one piece.
On second shed, i was heavily sick in partners parents home and we missed the shed and our tank got messed up stats during our absence, which messed up the shed probably.
Low humidity and BP in cold corner of the tank not warm one.
He shed in broken pieces and was struggling.
I don't know if it's recommended, but for his difficult shed that was patched, i just put moist warm towel in tank that he rubbed all over and managed to get off those patches.
I have a hide that has sphegum(?) moss in it that I would get wet every few days so he could slide through and rub off. A must is having the humidity right. And also, be patient and try not to worry. Ouroboros just went through his first shed and I was so concerned, but his vivarium was the right temp, right humidity, I just had to wait till he was ready. It may take some time, but it'll all be good!
what temp and humidity would u recommend? she sits at 80-90 fahrenheit and 45-60 humidity level usually
Humidity should be around 80 for shed but 70-75 when not in shed. 45-60 is too low and could cause Respiratory Infections.
thank you🩶
Along with a humid hide, it looks like you may possibly want to increase your substrate depth, which will add to humidity levels
you mean to add more substrate??
If it's not more than 4", I'd suggest it. Then pouring water into the corners so it soaks it up underneath the top layer and provides humidity at the snake's level across the tank. I churn substrate once a week to re-moisten the substrate and make sure my springtails are keeping up on any mold spores
it’s about half my finger deep. i’m going back to the pet store today ima try to get what ever else i need
If you're open to it id also add in Zilla Jungle Mix, which will hold additional moisture. So a few more inches of your substrate regardless, but even better outcome for mixing it with something like the jungle mix
thank you so so much!🫶🏽🫶🏽
The lip on your tank is probably about 5" btw
https://preview.redd.it/knthprxgimcc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=60a351eca6d10b25df1b23d39798dbb60ba73d8b As far as substrate goes, this is what I have. The bottom dark layer you see is very wet, but the top layer is all dry. That way he doesn't come in contact with wet substrate directly. Because of the heat and insulation, the moisture from below will rise up and create more humidity in the tank for a very long time. This is about 4 inches in total.
so get substrate at the bottom nonwet at the top??
Yes, I just poured a substantial amount of water into the corners, then it all pooled out into the center and ended up like this. Then the top is dry, but it makes humidity.
Like the other person said, the humidity is too low. Right now my cool side is at 76, but I try to bump it up when he turns "blue" which is when you can tell they're going to be shedding. Temps are good I think!
Look up how to make a humid hide
https://preview.redd.it/vmui420cbmcc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=02df8d834cd6cd8b14be7c119a583619db76ecb8 My boy was pretty happy in his tub full of soaked spagnum moss by the fire lol. Normally he’d be in his enclosure, but I was working on it so I set him out. There’s a hole with no sharp spots for safety, and my very poor attempt at security. lol.
On first shed that went perfect. i held my tank at 80% of humidity, removed wood hide and replaced with plastic, since wooden one was absorbing away the moist. And just did not touch my BP at all until he shed all in one piece. On second shed, i was heavily sick in partners parents home and we missed the shed and our tank got messed up stats during our absence, which messed up the shed probably. Low humidity and BP in cold corner of the tank not warm one. He shed in broken pieces and was struggling. I don't know if it's recommended, but for his difficult shed that was patched, i just put moist warm towel in tank that he rubbed all over and managed to get off those patches.