Humidity?

[Kaianuanu]

Originally Posted by smy_749

I don't understand the carpet really. Its not as convenient as other substrates and the ability to just scoop out substrate from the infected area. It doesn't hold any humidity or provide any added security and it looks cheap and lame.

That being said, If your not using a high wattage bulb, ambient humidity in most peoples houses is sufficient. Something between 40 and 60 % and you shouldn't have issues. I wouldn't hook up a fogger though, when you start getting too high you may experience issues.

I like it because it is a solid liner like paper towells or newspaper, and is more visually appealing IMO. I also already had it on hand. Also, the Aquazamp is an automatic misting system, not a fogger. It's great for chameleons because they only drink from leaves.

[smy_749]

Originally Posted by Kaianuanu

I like it because it is a solid liner like paper towells or newspaper, and is more visually appealing IMO. I also already had it on hand. Also, the Aquazamp is an automatic misting system, not a fogger. It's great for chameleons because they only drink from leaves.

I still don't think its really necessary, and misting will still increase humidity to levels you probably don't want. I understand the whole solid liner convenience, but paper towel and newspaper are convenient because you just crumple them up and chuck em in the garbage. Just give the carpet a water bowl and the occasional misting, doesn't have to be everyday either

[Mikoh4792]

Originally Posted by Kaianuanu

I like it because it is a solid liner like paper towells or newspaper, and is more visually appealing IMO. I also already had it on hand. Also, the Aquazamp is an automatic misting system, not a fogger. It's great for chameleons because they only drink from leaves.

I don't know if it would be practical to use a misting system. I meant to just spray them for a few seconds just to form a few droplets for them to drink. A misting system would raise the ambient humidity too high.