Tank type

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Tank type

Post by Wendy UK » Fri Jan 29, 2021 8:56 pm

Looking to buy a new tank for the lads!
What actual type of tank is best?

Vivariuam
Aquarium
Other?

Really would like one that I dont have to adapt again


Thoughts??

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Re: Tank type

Post by C_fiesta » Sun Jan 31, 2021 6:20 pm

Hey,

An aquarium is what most of us use. Your tank should be glass and able to completely seal off for heat and humidity -- so no mesh or holes. Aquarium tanks are also deep (necessary for deep substrate) and have thicker glass that can withstand the weight of the sand. Bonus, they're also usually the cheapest of the options and you might be able to find an even better deal on something secondhand -- that's what I've always done!
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Re: Tank type

Post by wodesorel » Sun Jan 31, 2021 8:04 pm

If physical access an issue, front opening tanks can be amazing. The classic terrariums need to be modified with a panel in front to have enough substrate depth, but the newer palludariums coming out have the same design but a deeper base to hold more substrate. They are usually lighter than same sized aquariums as well.
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