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I know size could be bigger, but I am really proud of myself for the changes I have made in the last week for Otis! ? larger enclosure, deeper substrate, hide on the cool side, new light fixture with reptisun 10.0 bulb, and soaking pellets before serving with greens. Basking temp is 100-102 degrees, cool side is 77 currently, and drops to around 68 degrees at night. Otis seems to be settling in nicely!
 

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Great stuff...Nice work, I'm sure Otis will approve!!
As mentioned above.. a few plants and some small rocks/large pebbles here n there would look great for you and for him!
I've had decent success with 2 spider plants in the enclosure and some potted pansies. Increases ambient humidity in the environment too and they're edible/safe. (I'm using a table setup too)

I'm constantly improving Sheldon's environment as I go, adding more enrichment for him.. things to play with and stuff to explore!
It's like a never ending project when you get going ?
This is us so far...
 

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Walk then Run!! now you need to finds some plants to add especially weeds since you might be feeling spring soon up there!
I bought seeds from tortoise supply that I am working on sprouting! I also found dandelion greens at Whole Foods so those are being mixed into the rotation too! I had little aloe plants in there and he ate them within the first two weeks ?
 
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Great stuff...Nice work, I'm sure Otis will approve!!
As mentioned above.. a few plants and some small rocks/large pebbles here n there would look great for you and for him!
I've had decent success with 2 spider plants in the enclosure and some potted pansies. Increases ambient humidity in the environment too and they're edible/safe. (I'm using a table setup too)

I'm constantly improving Sheldon's environment as I go, adding more enrichment for him.. things to play with and stuff to explore!
It's like a never ending project when you get going ?
This is us so far...
Your setup is great! I will get spider plants next! Good hide areas too
 

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