Airflow?

[Bear-Cat]

I was wondering if this is adequate airflow temporarily. It's a 10 gallon lid, with 3 planks of wood and a 10 gallon on top to weight it down. Do I need to have another screen lid on the other side, or is the 10 gallon lid fine? Only reason this setup is so ugly is because I am waiting on my 40B screen lid from Amazon that happens to be in Indiana at the time.. The lid we bought when we got the tank was rusty and peeling off of its self. And Petco didn't have anymore in stock.
I just want to be sure so she doesn't suffocate or die or overheat from inadequate airflow.
Here's a pic of the setup
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b268/Fluffy_elephant_cream/071212184144.jpg
And here is a pic of the booger
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b268/Fluffy_elephant_cream/071212184158.jpg

Thanks guys~

[katach]

Do you have a humidity gauge? That would be the best way of finding out if you have enough airflow. Also if you see the tank glass fogging that would be a sign of needing more airflow.

[Bear-Cat]

Do you have a humidity gauge? That would be the best way of finding out if you have enough airflow. Also if you see the tank glass fogging that would be a sign of needing more airflow.
Sadly I do not have a humidity gauge. I should probably pick one up. Hopefully this setup won't be for too long. So far, no foggy glass, so that's a good sign

[katach]

You can get a gauge for really inexpensive at walmart or a pet store. It's really a requirement for responsible keeping, that and a temp gauge.

[Invisible Snake]

It's really a requirement for responsible keeping, that and a temp gauge. I don't agree with that statement. It is definitely beneficial for the garter(s) and their owner, but not a requirement for responsible keeping of garters.

[Selkielass]

Plenty. I actually restrict airflow with a damp towel to raise humidity when my house is extremely dry.

Id only worry about. A humidity gauge if you run dry or sheds are a problem.
Watch for condensation, avoid damp bedding and your garters should thrive- they are hearty little opportunists not hothouse flowers.

[EasternGirl]

I think that is plenty of airflow as well. All of my tanks have screen tops. I have to agree though that you should always have a way to check humidity. Checking temps and humidity is pretty important for the snake's health. :)

[Bear-Cat]

Okay. Next time I head to the pet store I will pick up a humidity gauge. There's no moisture or condensation or fogging in her tank and her substrate is dry. If things go according to plan, she should have her screen lid on Monday.
Thanks everyone!

[tress29]

This is similar to what I use...

Walmart.com: AcuRite Digital Humidity and Temperature Monitor: Patio Furniture & Decor (http://www.walmart.com/ip/Accurite-Digital-Thermometer-with-Humidity-Monitor/16888914)

I couldn't find a link to it, but the one I have was about $12, and has a probe to measure outdoor temp. Of course, I put the probe near my heat pad so I can measure warm side and cool side temps.

[infernalis]

Watch for condensation, avoid damp bedding and your garters should thrive- they are hearty little opportunists not hothouse flowers.


Two thumbs up....

[Bear-Cat]

I ordered my new screen lid and it's a Tetra and it is the worst lid I have ever purchased. There's too much screen and it bows down a whole inch. But she's covered now so that counts for something.

[thamneil]

As long as its escape proof it should do its job!