First snake..heating

[tyeman1992]

Hi so i am planning on getting a childrens python will b e my first snake i have a reptile one 4 foot enclosure im just wondering if this sounds right for lighting/heating...

so i would have a normal low watt low uv fluro for daylight....
and during day/night for heating would it be suitable to have a moonlight globe for basking spot on a thermostat the changes the temp at nighttime...

Im just thinking instead of having to get a daytime basking light and a night time basking light...and that way i can see inside at night time

any adviced would be appriciated .. Thnx

 

[pinefamily]

You may not need night time heat, depending on your location, and the age of the snake. Anything over a year old shouldn't need night time heat, unless you are in one of the colder areas of Australia.

 

[Pauls_Pythons]

I agree with pinefamily.
Hot spot/basking area, enough space/hides that the animal can get out of the heat if it wishes. Make sure heat source is protected from contact if using globes or CHE as these can get a really hot surface temperature.
I dont heat anything 24/7 other than hatchies for their 1st year.
Just like to add that UV is not a neccesity for a snake.