Pushing the limit.

[prairiepanda]

A tortoise (or multiple tortoises) would appreciate that kind of floor space, if you're interested. Otherwise I would agree with the suggestion of a carpet or boa constrictor.

[Tiny Boidae]

Prariepanda-

The problem with tortoises as those tend to require outdoor pens, at least in the summer, to be able to thrive. That's at least my understanding of it, as I'm no turtle person, but maybe something like box turtles are different? Not sure

[that1guy]

Originally Posted by Tiny Boidae

Prariepanda-

The problem with tortoises as those tend to require outdoor pens, at least in the summer, to be able to thrive. That's at least my understanding of it, as I'm no turtle person, but maybe something like box turtles are different? Not sure

Your larger tortoises need outdoor pens. Some of your smaller tortoises, Cherryhead Redfoot, Redfoot, Russian, and Greek can be kept indoors year round with UVB and heat lights. Though all turtles and tortoises benefit from natural direct sunlight when possible. Box turtles are great too, I have two of them. Both of mine are rescues one CB baby and one LTC WC. They can be kept indoors year round with UVB and heatlights as well. Yes that space would be great for a breeding group of tortoises or box turtles. The downside is they are a bit expensive. Russians are fairly cheap at about $60-$80, the rest of tortoises are gonna be $200+. CB Boxies usually go for around $100-$140. Anyone who is interested in keeping a boxie please make sure your turtle is CB by buying from a reputable breeder. Adopting from a rescue is also a good choice, though most rescues are LTC WC. It can save you some money and you can help out a turtle that needs it.

As for the OP I think the Columbian Redtail would be the perfect snake for what you are looking for.

[REM955]

Not really a turtle person.
Otherwise, I got a while before considering taking up that kind of space. Let me figure out one smaller than something like that.
Thanks for the replies.

[Tiny Boidae]

that1guy-

Ah, from the sparingly few caresheets I've read over them and the occasional thread, people made it out as if keeping a tortoise indoors was like keeping an iguana without a UVB bulb, as if it were an absolute death wish. Thanks for clearing that up. Interesting animals, they're just not my cup of tea.


REM955-

Well you're welcome to post any concerns in the future, we're glad to help. If you're worried that you can't handle the size of the animal itself, that space can still fit smaller enclosures and several at that. It's up to you, and I hope you find what you're looking for

[REM955]

Oh I didn't plan on filling up the spot immediately (if ever) I still have another spot set aside for the first snake.
This was more fantasy to see what could actually fit there.

[Lefitte]

Be careful of those fantasies, they usually lead to realities

[REM955]

Don't worry. Too cautious.

[daisymaisy]

be careful at reptile expos, caution tends to fly out the window