Reptile Vivariums

Glass Vivarium Reptile Tanks

Are you fascinated by reptiles? Their numerous colours, patterns, and appearances make reptiles some of the most interesting animals. You add in that reptiles are cold blooded animals, live in deserts or forests, and you have something. If you are just beginning to think about a reptile for a pet or you already have a baby reptile you will need some type of housing for it. Baby reptiles will grow and require a larger cage than the breeding terrarium or hatchling enclosure they have had. Glass vivarium reptile tanks are one option you have in reptile housing. We will discuss the attributes of glass vivarium reptile tanks here to help in your decision.

A glass vivarium is a semi aquatic to a dry habitat for reptiles and amphibians. The vivarium is different from an aquarium due to its set up; however, they are also similar. Like the aquarium a glass terrarium has glass on all sides, and the bottom. The roof instead of being glass is removable. However, an aquarium has a plastic lid that will lift up, while the vivarium has a mesh top for more ventilation. To piece the glass enclosure together an adhesive and metal corners are used. These products are completely safe for your reptile. Since the glass is on all sides of the vivarium it makes it easier for you to see your pet no matter where they are in the enclosure.

The main reason that you should go with glass vivariums is more about seeing your reptile and putting it on display for others. Other styles of vivariums make it harder to see the reptile like wood terrariums that have glass doors only. A few reasons you might want glass vivarium reptile tanks include the glass doors, heating options, and the range of sizes.

The glass doors are raised up a little so you can have water or substrate in the bottom without it falling out. The glass doors also make it very easy for you to access the inside of the cage for feeding and cleaning. Tank locks secure the doors to keep your pet from escaping. Heating options like the heat mats can be placed underneath the cage rather than inside. It will heat through the substrate and keep your pet happy.

The sizes of the glass vivarium reptile tanks are 12 inches to 36 inches in width, 12 to 24 inches in height, and 12 to 18 inches in depth. Depending on your reptile you may require more height in the vivarium than you need width. The glass vivarium reptile tanks are very affordable. The smaller glass tanks are around £30 to £80. The glass vivariums will top out at about £200 for the sizes we mentioned. When choosing a vivarium you should choose the one that will fit your reptile’s adult size. In other words your reptile may be small at the moment, but they may outgrow smaller tanks. If you are willing to upgrade at each size then you can obtain a smaller size, but it makes sense to go with the adult sized vivarium at the outset.