I just bought a 77" x 24" ( footprint) Gladiator storage rack to put all my Ts on. I have about 20 and they are in various size and shape containers. I have fron slings to young adults, all housed individually. I intended to put strip lighting on the underside of the shelves, and heat tape along the back side. Then position each enclosure in proximity to the tape to get the desired temperature. I don't have enough outlets to provide each T with heat and light individually. I'd love to hear any other ideas or suggestions. Thanks.
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How would you provide heat for multiple T's?
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Personally, I do not add either light or heat for my T's & they survive a UK winter with no issues.
The only time I have used artificial lighting, is when I have had bio active enclosures. So where plants need extra light.
And if using the heating method you suggest above. Take great care not to put the enclosure too close to the heat tape. As tarantulas burrow to escape heat & with the heating below them, on the shelf, the last thing you want to do is cook your tarantulas.
The only time I have used artificial lighting, is when I have had bio active enclosures. So where plants need extra light.
And if using the heating method you suggest above. Take great care not to put the enclosure too close to the heat tape. As tarantulas burrow to escape heat & with the heating below them, on the shelf, the last thing you want to do is cook your tarantulas.
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My ts are all kept at room temp. I provide no individual or additional heating. Just what my house thermostat is set to.
