New Corn Snake Setup
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 ก.ค. 2024
- Hi guys! I finally got the corn snake's tank completed. This is long overdue, but he seems to be enjoying it already, and I'm super happy with how it came out. :)
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Everything I used:
Tank:
40 Gallon Breeder
Background:
6ft banner printed at WalMart. Just make sure you use a very high quality picture.
Spray Mod Podge:
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Normal Mod Podge:
go.magik.ly/ml/1bocu/
(but they usually have the tiny container for like $1 in the store, and the dollar tree has them sometimes, too)
Paint for the corners:
just any acrylic paint from the craft section
Lid:
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Lid Clips:
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Thermostat (this is the only reptile we use this thermostat for):
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I recommend this one instead, though:
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Heat Pad:
??? no idea. I think it's the 1-5 gallon version, but you definitely need a bigger one. Here's a link to all the different sizes.
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Aspen Bedding:
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Fake Plants:
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+ a mix of dollar tree leaves/moss balls
Driftwood all came from local river
Cork bark tunnel came from ReptiCon.
Temp Gun:
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Thanks for watching! :)
Elle O'Shea
PO Box 3061
Decatur, AL 35602
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Hey, thanks for the shoutout. Totally wasn't expecting it. Great to see another avid reptile keeper in Alabama!
You're very welcome 😊 and that's awesome. It's always unexpected finding other keepers from Alabama
just bought my first corn snake, a lavender! i love her and got some tips here for her new home. So i wanna thank u for that and let us know how he is doing!
I'm so glad I could help, and congrats! Lavender corn snakes are beautiful 😍
I've bin looking for lavender but none are the bright purple I want...where do you get it?
I love using driftwood that I’ve found along the river! Can’t wait for spring to officially be here so I can go out and restock! Love your stump!
You can find much nicer pieces that way as opposed to going to the store. Plus its just more fun 😊. And thanks! 😊
Elle's Reptiles and it’s much cheaper! 😉
Beautiful! So excited to see a woman of color on reptile pettube finally!
Thanks ❤️
Makes no sense why would it make a difference
Pickle Rick LMAOOOOO
Mike who Cheese hairy wdym I’m right it makes no difference. Shes just trying to make it about race when its a fucking reptile tank set up video. Shes an idiot
Pickle Rick fax lmao
i’ve been wanting a snake for 3 years now and i really want a corn snake for my 10th bday so this video really helps!
Good that you're doing research! Keep reading information and videos like this and it will have a good life. :)
hey congrats on the snake bro! happy for you :)
Agreed! I’m very impatient for my birthday and really excited to see if I get a snake 🐍
I got a beautiful corn snake for my latest birthday, he is little (not really, growing super fast!) and almost a year old now. We have a basking light and not a pad. (dunno) He is a good boy if you wanted to know
They can grow quick if you feed them often and only grow to their cage size
This was really helpful. I have been wanting a corn snake for a while now so this was really helpful.
What an amazing enclosure 😍 you’ve given me tons of inspiration for set ups for my noodles.
Also, you are so pretty!
Thank you so much! 😊
Very simple I thought it needed more to it wow that's a beautiful healthy looking snake
This is a pretty good setup! Except I would recommend a textured background for the snake to climb on and to make it have a more naturalistic feel to the tank. I absolutely LOVE the fake moss balls, they added an extra detail to the tank that I didn't know I needed. :D
What a beautiful enclosure! Good job 🐍
Thank you! 😊
This has to be the best corn snake enclosure I’ve ever seen. Definitely subscribing!
Was waiting for this to drop 👍
I just got a corn snake and I'm doing research on how I make her more comfortable with her surrounds. Love this video! Along with my research I'm gonna make her a great home!
That's awesome! Thanks and congrats! 😁
Love how you explain things!! Love ❤️ u
Thank you! 😊
No problem!!
Wow, love the new setup!
Thanks! 😊
your enclosures are another level🙌🏼🔥
My favorite corn snake enclosure of all Time thanks for making it
Awww thanks! 😊
I need this background so bad. Great video
It'll always be my favorite. Thank you! 😊
Ive looked everywhere and I can't find it to save my life@@ellesreptiles
I just Googled "dark forest wallpaper" 😊
wow i typed everything except that. You're awesome thank you@@ellesreptiles
Great video. Definitely gave me some ideas for when I upgrade my snake's tank. First gotta find an enclosure I like 😂
Haha that's always the hard part. Thanks!
@@ellesreptiles any recommendations on where to get a nice one from?
Girl!! I had a poster that I love and I didn’t know what to use it for! Now I did! I didn’t put the poster inside though I taped it on the outside and cut to its shape to my terrarium. Figured it’s easier to clean still. Thanks for the idea. I didn’t have space for this poster on my wall lol! Xo
That's an awesome idea! I never thought about using posters, but I love that.
And you're welcome! Glad I could help 😁
Omg you helped me so much I love this video and your setup is perfect and i love you snake
Omg this is like such a good channel ❤️
i remember the first vid i ever saw from elle is when i wanted a beardie (the setup for zaz in the mythical forest)
now?
I have a bearded dragon
a leopard gecko
and am looking to get a snake
:3 yippee
the thing is you just dont
ciaran_ 47 what?
@@act1veee ?
U are so lucky I love reptiles
Your corn snake is so pretty!
I live in Alabama too!!! Great to have a celebrity here 😁
It looks so natural.😍
Thanks! 😊😊
@@ellesreptiles no problem
Im so jealous of your amazing tanks!!
Aww thank you so much! 😊
I love this tank thinking of doing something similar
I love all your tank ideas I’m getting my bearded dragon set up worked on and your tank is amazing so I’m trying to do something similar and thinking about changing my corns to something similar to yours to lol your tank are amazing!!
emma u got snap?
@@garcia6578 uh ya?
U explain everything very well and name of the corn snake plzz(sorry, I don't know new subscriber)...and the snake home looks amazing and you really care for your pets..u r amazing 💕
Thank you so much! His name is Wade, and that's ok, he's my step son's, so his name has changed a few times haha. Welcome to the channel! 😊
I miss my corn snakes I had an albino and an orange one they both died from mating I was 15 and unaware they were male and female I’m 29 now getting ready to buy another ONE this is an awesome set up
I love corn snakes sooo much 🌽🐍
I came here to see if I would recommend your videos and thought to guage it on the set up since I have had corns for almost 12 years and have six currently ( had 7 but my bro in law let our oldest one escape :( ) ANYWAY!! You are so STUNNING!! I am hetro sexual and still want to hit pause and just admire your beauty!! Wow!! I am absolutely sure everyone is thinking the same, just hope you've been told so much too! I will be sharing this video with people that need a visual on corn snake setups.
Nice video. I use aspen bedding for my corn snake, then I was told by the people I got it from I shouldn't use that cause it introduces mites. I'm new to this so it made me concerned. Still using it and had no problems, and he likes to burrow in it also.
Aspen doesnt inherently have mites. The problem is the place that it comes from. If you are concerned, i recommend finding a local small reptile shop that sells substrate and buy from there. The small shops usually have healthier animals and better sourced products. Their like the farmers markets of the reptile world and are 100% the only way to go.
Alternatives can be coconut fiber, you can mix in orchid bark, or even cypress mulch. Avoid anything with any kind of sand, cedar, and pine and you should be good.
I like the background
Could you do a video on how you get the backgrounds like where you find the pictures and about how much it’s cost and how long it takes to get back plz and thank you😁
Love that idea! Thanks 😊
What size banner do you got. Because iv got a baby ball python in a 20 gallon long
Hi, I’m trying to convince my parents to let me get my first snake, I think I’m doing ok! Anyways I found a beautiful motley snow corn snake she’s pink and white and this video was VERY helpful I didn’t know what I should look for when shopping for tank..things, tysm very nice
Hello! I’m prepping to get my first snake next month and I’ve been meaning to ask snake owners how do they keep the heating pad from affecting the piece of furniture where the terrarium is sitting on?
Great setup :) how often would you have to change out the bedding for a corn snake?
Anika Tyanna you should probably change out the bedding fully every 3 weeks-1 month
Thank you I enjoyed this video I’m getting a cornsnake soon
Congrats! 😊
Elle's Reptiles thank you 😊
Love it!
Thanks! 😊
I LOVE YOUR HAIR!!!!!!!
Thank you so much! 😁
Omg cute set up❤❤👌👌👌🐍
Thank you! 😊
These are just such wonderful pets. I recently, from a breeder, acquired a 3 month old corn snake with whom I absolutely fell in love with. She is just the most gentle creature I have ever had the pleasure of spending time with. A question for people who have had corn snakes as pets, I know generally it says that they live quite a bit longer in captivity than in the wild, but how long do you, seasoned pet owners, find your corn snakes to live (considering that they have good husbandry)? I want to give my new friend the best/longest life possible and I just want to know what to expect in terms of lifespan.
15-20+ years.
good vid thank you
Hi! Love your setup! I have a question about corn snakes in general! Do you recommend using a heat pad over a heat lamp? Or are they both ok?
I'm seen alot of people on TH-cam use the hear pad
Chicken Nuggets yeah, I think I’ll go with the heat pad since I can keep it on at night too
Pros and cons of either:
Heat lamp:
Pros: perfect for arboreal species. It adds a nice ambient to your room, in my opinion, and some lamps can get safely hotter than uth which is nice if you have an animal with high heat requirements like some species of monitor lizards.
Cons: they vary in effectiveness a whole bunch depending on the wattage and type of bulb you picked and it can be difficult finding out what is best suited for what animal.
They can dry out the air of an enclosure pretty effectively so not best for humid reptiles
It is frustratingly easy to break bulbs in lamps sitting ontop of an enclosure the struggle is real.
Not a lot of reptiles are used to receiving heat from above, the temps can change depending on how high up in the enclosure the reptile is, which can be a problem if you have a terrestrial snake that has dreams of being arboreal like i do because they can venture upward and the light can get too hot and reptiles will actually hurt themselves by overexposing to higher temps.
Heat pads (UTH)
Pros: perfect for terrestrial species. Heat pads are hard to break if you have them regulated properly with a thermostat.
They dont range a whole ton in wattage and usually the general rule of thumb is if it fits 1/3 or 1/4 of the tank, reaches the temps you need, and isn't damaged or warped, you're probably ok.
Heat pads don't heat the air of the enclosure, and if used on damp substrate, can help raise humidity.
Cons: heat mats need a thermostat every time. They can overheat without one, cook your animal, and even cause a fire. Speaking of, you have to be mindful of what surface you place your heat mat on. If its on a painted desk then it could bubble the paint if it gets too hot. There are heat resistant sprays and paints you can use tho to combat that issue. Uth can also be a problen for burrowing species. The glass of an enclosure can get very very hot and burn the animal if it burrows or sits directly on it. So its best when using it to put a barrier down. Ive found a plastic barrier made out of the cutout bottom of an old bin the most effective.
And either option does have the potential to cause a house fire if used incorrectly so make sure to always read the directions even if u know what to do just in case anything has been updated or if there are special requirements for certain items.
And i support the use of UVA and UVB on the majority of reptiles even if they don't need it especially lizards for vitamin absorption.
And NEVER use a heat rock. If one item in the reptile hobby could be Satan that is it.
If using a thick layer of substrate for a corn snake, then a ceramic heat emitter, heat panel or deep heat projector is a good approach. She used a heat pad which is fine because the corn snake can easily burrow down into it. Do not used lamps, those are not appropriate for most snakes as they do not heat the substrate, only the air, and they dry out the tank. A temperature controller is a necessity in any case. Also, screen tops need to be mostly covered. The most effective and simple way is to use metal foil tape to cover most of the screen. The kind of tape you can find near the heating duct section in Home Depot or Lowes or similar type store.
I love that background. Is it a picture off the internet you had walmart print or? My snake tank is currently 6ft tall x 4W x 2D and naked. I appreciate you letting me know.
How do you find the Aspen I'm looking at setting up a corn snake Viv but using forest floor/cocofibre with Arcadia deep heat projector kinda a woodland setup
Real sorry if this sounds weird but you are freakin gorgeous! I’m doing some research because I’m looking to get a corn snake myself and I liked the idea of adding backgrounds so thanks!
Thank you! And I’m glad it was helpful! 😊
Love you ❤❤❤
Awesome!! Video
Thank you! 😊
I love your set up.and would like to my corn snakes too
beautiful. This is something like I plan to do if I get a corn snake. Uh who am I kidding I probably will, lol. What size tank is that, 40?
Yep! 40g breeder 😊
I just bought a heat Matt and it's told me not to attach underneath the tank and not to cover it with substrate. Everyone I watch places it underneath. Any advice?
I’m curious why no lights for the corn snake? I have lights on my enclosure, but would it be better practice to take those out and replace with a heating pad?
corn snakes can live happy with under tank heating or a heat lamp. The only thing is under tank heating is easier to regulate the temperature and a heat lamp can cause burns if the heat is to hot. If your snake isn’t having any problems though the heat lamp is totally fine🙂
New sub! Greetings from Cali
hey my cornsnake is 5.5 months and i have him in a 24x18x12 terrarium, which size on terrarium do you think it’s right for him? and have i a too little or big terrarium what do you think?(btw he is my first snake)
I've been researching corn snakes for a while but I still need help on a tank or enclosure. I don't have a lot of money so I can only afford a tank that the snake will have to live in its entire life so I've been watching videos and I know I can do it however I don't know what an acceptable size for an adult corn snake I hear a 40 breeder works but then some say that I have to do a 4×2×2 which is like $400. I don't mind spending money but I just wanna know what yall think? The reason I ask is because the site im looking to get the enclosure from has a tank w/ snake discovery that's a 40gallom same price but it comes with a background water dishes three hides and some enrichment and the larger one is completely plain.
Thank you for your help!!!!
Hey Lady, I love your channel! I do have a question. Is it ok to put a potted vine in your snakes cage? I have aspin bottom. But I was thinking about putting a pot in it.
Thanks! 😁 I've never tried, but aspen does mold easily. So watering the plant might cause mold. But if water isn't going to come into contact with the aspen, it should be fine. Just make sure whatever plant your using is reptile safe 😊 Joshsfrogs.com sells a lot of plants, so I usually just find my plant on that website, and it'll state whether it's animal safe or not.
Apothos (sorry if i butchered that spelling) is popular to use, tho snakes tend to knock over and destroy plants.
I live at the top of Minnesota where it's long cold and dark winters. Any special info for keeping snakes up here? I don't have a special room to keep warm just for reptiles. And I keep my house no more than 72 degrees in winter. I'm originally from Florida and I HATE heat. But I'm really wanting a corn snake. Thanks.
I hate heat too haha - pretty miserable in Alabama lately. They can do night time drops of about 72, but you can get a Ceramic Heat Emitter and a dome with a dimmer switch to bump up the ambient temp a little bit. 😊
I’ve had a piece of wood that has just been sitting on a shelf as decoration for about… 2 years? It’s obviously dry and doesn’t have bugs but it does have remnants of barnacles. Again, it’s been sitting inside, dry for two years. Do I still need to disinfect at this point? Idk how I feel about adding bleach to something porous that my snake will come in contact with.
You could bake it in the oven if you wanted to just in case, but no, you don’t need to sterilize it.
Yo just seeing this video & omg you're not only are you a reptile enthusiast but you're freaking gorgeous with a Southern accent.....you single???
Ya I'm the only one in my family that loves snakes
My snake is a corn snake and its like your snake because it likes to burrow as well
Hi, can you tell me if the heatpad is inside or under the enclosure?
Have the same tank my set up looks horrible didn’t realise it could look that nice
Fireman Fam love the profile pic 😂
I’d like to know how much it costed you to build this!
Holy shoot, I live in Alabama too, in the Auburn area
Awesome! I'm close to Huntsville 😊
Does the heat pad go on the bottom of the cage? And is it supposed to cover the whole bottom too?
Yes it goes on the bottom. It should not cover the whole bottom and it should only be on one side so the snake can have a cooler side if they want to cool off
my corn snake likes to dig to
Aspen bedding irritates specefically the corn snake because of its slim body, and they do require about 65% humidity.
Your tile floor is great for cutting straight lines. Wouldn't it be better to put background on outside in case you need to disinfect tank ?
Hahaha it probably is. I didn't even think of that.
I just like the way it looks on the inside better, because it takes away the glare of the glass. That's why I seal it in mod podge 😊 so I can still wipe it down.
Do you have to put a background in the tank
What camera are you using? The clarity is like I'm across the table from you.
It's a Sony a5100 😊. I love it, but it has overheating issues sometimes.
thanks for how to mack it :)
You are gorgeous and stunning 😍😍❤️ cool Corn snake. Corns are my favorite north America snakes.
They are really awesome snakes! I love how active they are 😊
Your eyes are stunning btw x
Am I the only one who lovessss her accent 😭
Thank you 😊
Girl I just fell in love with beautiful brown skin & accent #subscribed
YES! I'm here for other reptile chicks! You rock \m/
Haha thank you! 😊
Old video, but I am really hoping you will see this and reply. How can I tell what wood is or isn't safe when scouting my rivers?
Most hard wood is safe but stay away from pine and ceded so no wet wood try oak and apple trees both work great
people i recommend not using aspen bedding like ever for any snake because of how random those pieces are, they can have small hard chips that can easily get stuck in the snakes scales. use lignocel instead it works much better
Lignocel is extremely similar to aspen. Both substrates are unnatural and neither retain humidity (corns benefit from 60-70% humidity). A soil mix is ideal.
@@nightinggale6470 no corns benefit from a 40-60% and lignocel is much softer than aspen, my snake has perfectly shed everytime with a 40-60% humidity range. Do u even own a snake?
@@ghosty24601 yes, I’ve had a corn snake for over five years.
I used to think that humidity range was ideal for corns too. And yes, they’re hardy snakes that can tolerate lower humidity. But 60-70% is ideal. Corn snakes are native to states like Florida, where the humidity is high.
Lignocel is completely unnatural and doesn’t retain humidity at all. A soil mix is much more natural.
The website reptifiles is worth checking out, particularly the humidity and substrate sections of their corn snake care guide. Reptifiles is a source that goes solely off of factual, scientific evidence and the natural habitat of the animal.
Do you have a new link for the heating pad as the current link no longer works?
Heat mats are not a good heat source. A halogen flood bulb connected to a dimmer/dimming thermostat is the most natural and beneficial option. They produce infrared A and B like the sun, heat that penetrates deep into the skin tissue and heats them far more effectively than heat mats. Whereas heat mats only produce IRC, which only heats the surface of their skin.
im using a light, not a heating mat, so how much light is supposed to be shining in the enclosure? idk what to do @_@ the heat wont go down to 80*F it's stuck at 90-95
help
FrequentlySpasmodic get a heating pad and thermostat. Corn snakes only need light to regulate there day and night cycles. Make sure to put the heating mat under a hide so they have a warm place to digest there food while feeling secure.
Shes so prettyyyy
I LOVE ur accent, did not expect it 😂
Thank you so much. Most people don't expect it hahaha 😊
Can I put one in a 75 gallon fish tank or is that too large for a corn snake
Definitely not too large. There’s no such thing as too big, only too bare. Bigger is always better as long as there’s enough clutter and coverage. 75 gallons is actually bare minimum for an adult. The enclosure must be at least as long as the snake, with a good amount of width and climbing height. They’re very active snakes. A 4x2x2’ enclosure or bigger is ideal.
Can you give us a update on your corn snake
How big of a tank is best for snakes? (For medium to small snakes)
It's A Juggler's Life 20 gallon for small snakes 30 for medium and 40 for big
I know I sound dumb asking this question, and I know it’s a year later asking this, but important question, I really want a corn snake and I’m going to be getting one soon, but the question is, so if I have the heating pad , do I need to have all the special lights? Sorry for asking, but I love u tho ♥️
Corns don't have a special light requirement. I have a heating pad underneath and a multicolor led strip (for visual effect).
CBell , thanks 😊,
I agree with what CBell said. The only reason you'd need any kind of light is so that they can determine day/night cycle. But as long as they're in a room with a window, or the room itself has a light, you don't need one😊
so heplfull
Is the heat mat supposed to cover the entire enclosure
No. They need a heat gradient in their tank - so a hot side and a cool side. He just outgrew the one in the video, so I got a bigger one. 😊
Elle's Reptiles alright thank you 😊 really want to get a pet snake but my family aren’t to keen
do these type of enclosures work on baby corn snakes?
Yes, as long as the enclosure is properly secured so they can’t escape. Make sure they have plenty of clutter and plant coverage so they don’t feel exposed. The enclosure should be at least as long as the snake, with a good amount of depth and climbing height.
Is it okay to setup a corn snake habitat like a month before I get it?
Yes! It's good to set it up early, so you can make sure all the temps and humidity and everything is where it needs to be before putting the snake in. That also gives you time to make sure you're happy with how everything looks. Then when you get him, you can put him in and leave him alone to settle in for a bit - much less stressful for him that way. 😊
Elle's Reptiles Thanks for the reply, turns out I’m getting a snake in Three months, not one :(
Is it safe for the snake to be around the mod podge?
Yes! As long as it's completely dry and there is no longer any scent coming from it, it's completely non toxic 😊
Soooo I’m going to get a corn snake, will a 20 gallon be enough? It’s a 20 gallon 30x12x12
20 gallon is the minimum. 😊
Our guy is super active and loves to explore, so we upgraded him to a bigger tank. He makes use of every inch of his new tank, but he was in a 20 gallon previously for a long time.
Elle's Reptiles ok thank you, so what age should I upgrade my tank?
Diogi Dog corn snakes grow pretty fast so i would say in about 7 months or when he seems too big
How often do you clean out his home?
I’m not sure what she does but you usually want to do a deep clean every month where you clean all the things in the tank (decorations, enrichment ext) and replace the substrate.
Please keep posting I subbed
I definitely will, and thank you so much! Welcome to the channel! 🙂
@@ellesreptiles thankyou for replying I love Ur channel
Why not tape the background to the outside of the tank?
You definitely can! I just prefer it on the inside when I can, because it gets rid of that glass glare. It's especially useful for things like bearded dragons, as it help prevent glass surfing. 😊
@@ellesreptiles ohhh I didn't know that was a thing😮. Thanks!
What about water though?