JessJohnson87
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Maybe he was just being lazy or wasn't that hungry. Who knows, but at least he's eating again 
Help with Weight of my Leo please?
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CWilson13
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Yeah, I really think it was a combination of things. His possible age, winter, laziness, or even just plain attitude. Mostly I am going with the winter though. I also noticed that he actually hunted down the supers and had to do the same with the 2nd hornworm. I am wondering if he has been too spoiled with having the feeding dish. Really looking forward to the next full clean out so I can get accurate interior measurements of both tanks. Once I have those I can move forward with getting them both on tile instead of the paper towels.
JessJohnson87
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If you have a 20L, two 12x12 tiles and 2 6x6 tiles will fit in there. That's what I had in ziggy's until I found some travertine that has a rougher surface texture, those are 3x6 and would take 28 to fill up his tank.
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The inside has quite a bit of sealant otherwise I'd just go with regular 6x6 ones. Mostly I just don't want to have any excess cutting to do. That and finding the right color tiles. I figure if I am going for the aesthetic of tile I should get ones that offer a nice contrast of their colors.
CWilson13
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Didn't see the 12 x 6 part of your last post Jess. I didn't really think about using different sizes in there. It is a good idea though! Since Apollo has decided that behind his warm dry hide is the bathroom, that could work out well with him. The clean up would be easy, and everywhere else he could hunt on. Thanks for the new idea!!
JessJohnson87
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Yeah they make different sizes of tiles, but color and surface texture are the tricky parts to find. I found some very nice slate at Home Depot last night but it chipped way too easily and they only had it in 12x12 pieces. I think they make 3x12 or 6x12 pieces, not sure.
those are the 3x6 travertine tiles I got. Figured out the ones on the cool end (the hide with the sugar skull on it) are just a butt hair too wide so I just over lapped them on the ones beside them and it worked out nicely, that end by his water bowl is also his bathroom so it will make removing easier.
those are the 3x6 travertine tiles I got. Figured out the ones on the cool end (the hide with the sugar skull on it) are just a butt hair too wide so I just over lapped them on the ones beside them and it worked out nicely, that end by his water bowl is also his bathroom so it will make removing easier.
CWilson13
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Yeah so far I have found a few that are either a decent color or a good texture. Not really anywhere in between. I just really wish the sealant wasn't so heavy in some of the seams of his tank. That was part of why I used repti-carpet at first too, that and newcomer ignorance. The paper towels are very easy to clean and all, but don't look great and I worry a worm or two might escape beneath them.
So far I have only been looking into granite and even honed (not polished) marble. The black marble looks great but marble takes a fair amount of time to warm up and then a long time to cool down too. During the summer that could be a big problem.
So far I have only been looking into granite and even honed (not polished) marble. The black marble looks great but marble takes a fair amount of time to warm up and then a long time to cool down too. During the summer that could be a big problem.
JessJohnson87
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Yeah that could be. The commercial/wholesale landscaping stores may have stack-able slate or something similar. I know the one that I drive by to get to the shipyard has stack-able landscaping slate in outside bin type thingys. I have yet to actually go in there and take a look around.
JessJohnson87
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I have found it really difficult to come by thin pieces of slate around here. I think it's a popularity thing in different parts of the country. I did mention bringing home some rocks and such from Vegas, but I think the airline workers would've hated me :shock:
JessJohnson87
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But look at how beautiful they are!
Maybe once we move out west, I can collect some for future reptiles that I own. I am thinking about adding a second level to Ziggy's tank and using a mini UTH to heat it.
CWilson13
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I finally decided to test Apollo and his reaction to Arya since even though they are neighbors they really have not been able to see each other much with her being on a 90 day quarantine. That and I have wanted to be very careful about him meeting a new Leo because of his past.
While cleaning up after her, she showed interest in my hand so I let her climb on and come out. I took her over to Apollos tank and held her in front of the glass so he could see her. He was intrigued to say the least, he came right out of his hide and right up to the glass staring at her. While he didn't do anything that appeared aggressive to my novice eyes, meaning his tail wasn't wiggling like he was hunting and didn't attempt to bite her through the glass, he was very interested.
Could anybody possibly share some other signs that either of them would be aggressive toward each other if they were to ever be fully introduced? I was going to continue only letting them look at one another through the glass for at least a few weeks. Just to keep an eye out for problems.
While cleaning up after her, she showed interest in my hand so I let her climb on and come out. I took her over to Apollos tank and held her in front of the glass so he could see her. He was intrigued to say the least, he came right out of his hide and right up to the glass staring at her. While he didn't do anything that appeared aggressive to my novice eyes, meaning his tail wasn't wiggling like he was hunting and didn't attempt to bite her through the glass, he was very interested.
Could anybody possibly share some other signs that either of them would be aggressive toward each other if they were to ever be fully introduced? I was going to continue only letting them look at one another through the glass for at least a few weeks. Just to keep an eye out for problems.
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Apollo still is being a butt about eating but has shown a renewed interest in coming out of his tank to "play" For the past two evenings he has approached my hand when I am doing nightly checks and both times I have laid my hand out flat and he climbs on, ready to be lifted out. Yesterday was the best though, so much so that I wish I'd had a free hand to photograph him. He felt the need to sprawl out across my hand and start to doze off while hanging out. It was a really fun experience and made me feel like I am 100% accepted by him. Just wish I could have snapped a photo or two...
JessJohnson87
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Ziggy has done that, but instead of wanting to be lifted up, he proceeds to start dozing off in my hand while it's still on the floor of the tank and gets pissy if I move it. Glad he's still "playful" and not being a bum all the time.
You guys are getting hit with a bunch of snow aren't you?
You guys are getting hit with a bunch of snow aren't you?
JessJohnson87
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That stinks. Hopefully you don't lose power! The scaly babies won't like that at all.
amsdadtodd
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Cory, I was surprised how much more snow you got up there than we did yesterday. Less than a dusting in my driveway, but by the time I got to the 95 93 split in Westwood there were plowable amounts! I spent the day in Billerica and there was enough snow for a lunch time snowball fight!
Keep the hot packs on standby, just in case. Tomorrow is not looking too good, especially for a Pats game!
Keep the hot packs on standby, just in case. Tomorrow is not looking too good, especially for a Pats game!
CWilson13
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So far I am seeing two forecasts, 40% chance of any snow at all and guaranteed snow. Crazy New England weather... As long as we don't have wind issues I think all will be well. Even in Hurricane Sandy a couple years back, we didn't have more than a flash power outage. Definitely have the heat packs ready though. Just in case.
EDIT: Latest forecast for Foxboro is calling for 40* range and rain. Pats run game better step up!
EDIT: Latest forecast for Foxboro is calling for 40* range and rain. Pats run game better step up!
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