Racks vs. Enclosures

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Racks vs. Enclosures

Postby dsteamn » Tue Mar 24, 2015 11:18 pm

This is a question for people with multiple skinks. I currently have 12 Northerns but will be increasing my collection to about 20 after breeding season this year. I currently have everyone in 75 gallon aquariums but am quickly running out of real estate. I'm interested to hear your thoughts on racks vs. stackable enclosures, where you bought your set ups from, and any information you can provide me with regarding heating, lighting, and viewable vs. non-viewable animals. Thanks.
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Re: Racks vs. Enclosures

Postby JoshChimera » Wed Mar 25, 2015 1:24 am

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Re: Racks vs. Enclosures

Postby dsteamn » Wed Mar 25, 2015 2:09 am

Not really. I'm more interested in breeders thoughts on the pros and cons of one vs. the other and different places people have used in purchasing set ups. I've been hearing about melamine enclosures but don't know where to get them.

In using a rack system, I'm not sure if it's possible to get visible tubs or what dimensions are available. I also don't know how light fixtures are placed in them if that's even possible.

Perhaps it's a bit along the same line, but I'm really trying to find out the benefits and obstacles of having one over the other, reputable places to purchase stackable enclosures, and what different types there are available.

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