Cage Improvements

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Cage Improvements

Postby Halogen » Sat Dec 02, 2017 6:22 pm

I just deep cleaned my skinks cage today, and while there is now a bunch of fresh eco earth (48 quarts) and a bit of reptibark (not adding much to test it out) i think i can improve it. Any suggestions?
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Re: Cage Improvements

Postby BlueyBob » Sat Dec 02, 2017 9:01 pm

Our two like more wood in their hab- pieces to crawl over/under, and even climb, as much as their stumpy legs allow. We rearrange the wood every few weeks to give them some variety, and they spend a fair bit of time wandering around checking it all out when we do.
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Re: Cage Improvements

Postby ReptiFiles » Mon Dec 04, 2017 12:19 pm

I agree with BlueyBob, you need more enrichment items. Branches, hollow logs, hides, fake plants, etc. give your skink things to explore, and will be better for their mental health.
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