A reptile vivarium is used to simulate a ecosystem for the relevant species that is going to be contained within. Many things need to be taken into consideration to make this happen.
Lighting
Depending on the reptile you must determine the UVB Level
Leopard Geckos, Snakes, Amphibians and Arachnids do not need do not need a UVB they do need a day and night cycle and can have a uvb level of 2%,Forest dwelling reptiles need 5%,Desert reptiles 10% lighting needs to be within 10 inches of the animal and bulbs should be changed every 6-8 months.
Temperature
To achieve the correct temperature a heat source (bulb/matt) is needed at one end of the vivarium. The heat source should not come into direct contact with the reptile. A thermostat is required to regulate the temperature. Make sure the thermostat sensor probe is not covered by anything as this could cause the enclosure to overheat
Humidity
Some reptiles need the humidity to be tightly regulated. This can be done by regular water, pulverization, water evaporation inside or automated pulverization systems and humidifiers.
Ventilation and openings
Access is required to the vivarium for the purpose and cleaning maintaining the environment and to be able to feed the reptile. Front access is preferable as many species will feel threatened if the environment is accessed from above as this is how prey would hunt them in the wild.
As the environment will be hot and humid it is a breeding ground for mould and harmful bacteria. This is usually combated via a low level suction fan and high level exhaust fan.
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