Can I use a wood cover top for my snake?

Question

Im using a heating pad, but can i use just wood for the top?

Answer 1

i would continue for heating pad it would help the snake more than the wood. hope i could help. you could use the wood but the heating pad would be better for it in the long run.

Answer 2

yes it is

Answer 3

Wood tops are fine, but you must have ventilation. Either a bunch of small holes, like 3/16 " or 5/32", or you can cut the center out and staple 1/4" hardware cloth(screen with 1/4" squares) over the hole. Keep in mind that really small snakes, like newly hatched corns and kings might be able to get through 1/4" screen, so if yours is that small, it may be able to escape.

   If you have limited ventilation (like if you just drill a handful of air holes), you will want to be careful that the humidity is not too high, so use a small water dish. Also, as other said, check temps with a thermometer to make sure its not getting too hot. That should always be done anyways.

   You will need to secure the lid. A nice heavy brick works well. Make sure you use wood that is thick enough that it doesnt flex, or it wont be as secure. 1/2' is ok, 5/8" is better. Personally, I use 5/8 high quality fiberboard. I cut mine to sit in the lip of the tank top, and cut it like a picture frame(about 2" wide all the way around), then staple the 1/4" hardware cloth underneath, being careful to trim pointy edges off the wire.  I like my tops better than the add-on petstore type, and have not had any escapes.

   Dont get the wood soaking wet, or it will warp. A very little bit of moisture now and then is ok.

  I use undertank heat for all my snakes, no heat lamps.

Answer 4

It should be fine, just be sure to use a thermoregulator to insure proper temperatures. Many specialty snake enclosures have little or no venting, this makes it easier to maintain temps and humidity.