This is our new Habitat we purchased from JWORLDS We were using an old jewelers case as their home. This worked well as far as the size was concerned until Jake and Jas reached about 5 years old. It was then we decided it was time to start looking for another home. We knew we needed an easier way to get in, clean, and sanitize the habitat. We also wanted something that looked more like a fine piece of furniture instead of a painted over pre-made cabinet. Not to mention cleaning, the first cage was a chore in itself. It had a wood base and we used newspaper for the bottom layer. If used for a short time this seems to be ok. However, after 5 years of two Boas.. it was time to be replaced. They were also in need of a larger water area as they loved to sit and soak.. they just had to take turns!
We searched the internet and magazines looking for ideas. We found Jay Worlds and fell in love with his setup. Not only did it have the easy access in, but it had all the items we wanted and many more we didn't even think of but are sure glad he did.
In short our setup is as follows:
5 foot wide X 7 foot tall X 2 feet deep.
holds up to 10" water in base / water heater
underwater lights - also acts as water heater
This
is an overview of the underwater light.
concrete rock sculpture with 2 lighted landings and waterfall - also acts as water heater
Hard
to see.. this is the rock sculpture behind the limbs. There is a
collecting pool with an underwater light for show and heat.
filter box located in sculpture
sump pump in pit for easy cleaning - can drain 10" water in under 5 minutes!
Step 1 Open Doors and Bottom Hatch
Step 2 Take Drain hose to bathroom toilet, insert. Flow from hose will
auto flush toilet for easy cleaning.
Step 3 Use Remote to start Drain , Quick second hose for rinse and fill
There are 4 large basking areas arranged for variant temperature heights.
Left
Side from bottom
Right Side from Bottom
Lighting:
2) 48" Vita tube lights
2) Blue / Green 150w Flood
1) Ceramic 250 watt heater
1) 150 Red Heat Light
2) 14" tube black lights
Lots of lights all controlled by timers or remote.
All enclosed in top section of habitat with easy access door on front. ALL ELECTRONICS AND PUMPS ARE OPERATED BY REMOTE!
Interior:
All wood and vines are real and custom installed specific to each persons needs.
Greenery and Flowers - faux
Tons of other features I have already taken for granted and can't remember at this moment. This is one well thought out enclosure! It is large, beautiful and functional all at the same time. Covered all of our hopes and then some.
Additional pictures added all the time. Hard to find great lighting for picture taking. Pictures are large so it may take a minute to download. Details are nice and worth the wait if you have the patience.