Reddit reviews Zoo Med Mesh Reptile Hammock, 17.5-Inch
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Perfect with Reptile LadderUtilizes unused space on side wallsProper resting place reduces stress
It's a hammock lol. Here's my dragon using it and here it is sold on amazon
There are obviously tons of different options for basically everything, but I'll make a list of what I bought. In no particular order.
Tank - Any 40+ gallon long (36" by 18" floor space) tank works, or many people build 4' by 2' by 2' enclosures themselves from wood. This is what I have: http://www.petsmart.com/reptile/supplies/habitats-and-decor/terrariums/national-geographicandtrade-sanctuary-reptile-terrarium-5210603.html.
UVB light - By far the most used and best options are either Reptisun 10.0 or Arcadia 12% fluorescent tubes, 1/2 - 2/3 the length of the enclosure. Arcadia is hard to get in the US, so I have Reptisun. t5 is stronger so it doesn't have to be as close to the basking spot, has to be replaced every year rather than 6 months for the t8, and is generally better. Here's a link: https://www.amazon.com/Zoo-Med-26061-Reptisun-Fluorescent/dp/B00AQU8HAO.
UVB fixture - With t5 you don't need a reflector, t8 you do. Any normal fixture will work, but with the t8 it needs to be below the screen top. This is a good one for the t5 that can be hung and comes with a reflector: https://www.amazon.com/Sunblaster-904296-NanoTech-Fixture-Reflector/dp/B00AKKUBDQ/ref=sr_1_5?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1492359012&sr=1-5&keywords=sunblaster.
Heat lamp - Any large reptile heat lamp will be able to handle more watts and will have more balance than the smaller ones, but get whatever you need to get the correct temps.
Heat bulb - You don't need a reptile specific bulb, it just needs to heat well. I use halogen flood lights that give off lots of heat and can be dimmed with a lamp dimmer to adjust based on how hot the room is.
Substrate - Stay away from sand and other loose substrate, it can cause impaction and grow bacteria. Reptile carpets are fine but are hard to clean. You can use paper towels, but many people use either tile (my favorite, you can pick out textured tile and have a hardware store cut it for ~$10) or non-adhesive shelf liner.
Accesories - Any large flat object that absorbs heat works well as a basking spot. Water bowls raise humidity and are usually not used, so you don't need one. Many people get a hammock like this: https://www.amazon.com/Zoo-Med-Reptile-Hammock-17-5-Inch/dp/B0002AQDKO/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1492359509&sr=1-1&keywords=reptile+hammock. For them to climb on.
Thermometers - The analog ones are terribly inaccurate, a digital one with a probe works well, I like temp guns though. This works well for me: https://www.amazon.com/Etekcity-Lasergrip-774-Non-contact-Thermometer/dp/B00837ZGRY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1492359802&sr=8-4&keywords=temperature+gun.
Food - You'll need calcium and vitamin powder. Rep-cal works well.
Calcium: https://www.amazon.com/Rep-Cal-SRP00200-Phosphorous-Free-Ultrafine-Supplement/dp/B00BS96G1E.
Vitamins: https://www.amazon.com/HERPTIVITE-Multivitamin-reptiles-amphibians-Bottle/dp/B00076HT3S/ref=pd_bxgy_199_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00076HT3S&pd_rd_r=V9S5NZ2T4FCBQZMDQX40&pd_rd_w=a2CFC&pd_rd_wg=axaiO&psc=1&refRID=V9S5NZ2T4FCBQZMDQX40.
Extra - Lamp dimmer if you have a light that works with it. Plug in timer so the lights stay on a consistent schedule.
Let me know if I forgot anything or if you have any more questions.
Try getting a repti-hammock to expand vertically. This is the large size and takes up about 1/3 of my 40 gal breeder, it should be big enough for your guy. I haven't had any real issues with the suction cups coming off either, and they're replaceable if you do.
With a tank that opens up top, I've found this hammock works well since I can reach around it conveniently.
I don't have one for my axie, (no room, and it would totally throw off my aesthetic! :P), but I've seen people use reptile hammocks like this in their tanks and axies love them. One thing to keep in mind when shopping around is you don't want one with any metal attachments as it will rust in the tank.
Local reptile shop near me, this is is the product:
http://www.amazon.com/Zoo-Med-Reptile-Hammock-17-Inch/dp/B0002AQDKO
Zoo Med Mesh Reptile Hammock, 17.5-Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002AQDKO/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_1LZ4yb5DWJ438
For ten gallon tank
https://www.amazon.com/Zoo-Med-Reptile-Hammock-17-5-Inch/dp/B0002AQDKO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485410801&sr=8-1&keywords=reptile+hammock