BLUE TONGUE SKINKS

Finally getting ready to build the AP Cage I bought for my skink and I was wondering what you guys think of waterfalls? This cage has quite a bit of room and I was thinking getting a waterfall might be fun and add to the humidity. Any thoughts? If you like them, which brand do you prefer?

Thanks,

Joe

If you really love cleaning, a waterfall is a great addition to a tank. They make perfect skink-toilets Results = a slimy disgusting clogged pump constantly and the entire waterfall needs to be scoured. I'm lazy, so it was totally not worth it to me.

I have a waterfall in my tank, and it is great for the humidity. I'm lucky in that my skink doesn't like to poop in his water, so cleaning is not too much of an issue for me. However, it does require a very thorough cleaning about once a month to keep it running smoothly. I've heard that crickets get stuck in them too, but I don't feed crickets.

The pros and cons have already been pretty much outlined for you. They can be neat additions to the cage, and if your skink doesn't poop in them, they don't get too messy. As mentioned, a thorough cleaning every so often is needed to ensure the pump continues to run smoothly, and loose feeder insects can and will drown in them.

I actually really like using waterfalls for baby beardies and baby skinks - the running water encourages them to drink, and baby beardies in particular are kind of dumb when it comes to finding their water source. My skinks never had much of an issue, but since they're shedding more often, the added humidity can be helpful.

Go with what you think looks cool If you've only got the one skink and you've got the space and the willingness to clean the waterfall occasionally, I don't see the harm.

-Jen

All 5 of my skinks like to at least occasionally poop in their water bowls...it sure wouldnt work for me, although I think it would be nifty if it could...I also dont have humidity issues living in a pretty coastal area that I do and that would probably make my humidity TOO high

if you do get/make one, please post pics!