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Lighting, Heating and Humidity for the Amazon Tree Boa
Lighting
At this time UV light has not been proven to be required for snakes. A 10 to 12 hour photoperiod can be produced using a standard incandescent bulb. It is recommended if lighting is inside the enclosure in enclose the fixture in wire mesh to protect the snake from accidental burns. Changing the schedule to 6 hours on and 18 hours off, during the brumation period. Florescent of incadescent lighting can be used.
Heating
Temperatures for Amazon Tree Boas should be kept at 80 to 82 degrees during the day time with a drop to the upper 70's for night time.
Humidity
To maintain the humidity it is advisable to spray the cage twice a day perhaps morning and afternoon then this will allow the cage to dry out overnight. The humidity will rise immediately following a spray and will reach 80 - 90% but will then fall until the next spray. Making sure that the animal is misted on daily basis will assist with the shedding process.