Looking at new enclosures

[madchiller85]

I'm considering a Zen Habitat enclosure, not sure what size to get. Everyone seems to have the 48"x24"x24", but wouldn't it be easier to heat a 48"x24"x16" enclosure? I don't think the reduced height has many disadvantages does it? Just trying to figure out exactly what I need.

 

[Skybug]

The reduced height would be a little easier to heat, they certainly dont need a high enclosure, i have the the 24 height, but my dragon certainly didn’t need it

 

[madchiller85]

That's good to know. I was just looking at the two and thought it might be easier to regulate with the shorter one. I think it's a hair cheaper too.

 

[Sadie]

I'm considering a Zen Habitat enclosure, not sure what size to get. Everyone seems to have the 48"x24"x24", but wouldn't it be easier to heat a 48"x24"x16" enclosure? I don't think the reduced height has many disadvantages does it? Just trying to figure out exactly what I need.

You dont want a 16 inch high tank -- its going to be hard to regulate temps and the UVB -- you want at least a 18 inch high tank - I use the 24 inch high Zens --- please do not get a 16 inch high tank

 

[Dr. D]

I'm considering a Zen Habitat enclosure, not sure what size to get. Everyone seems to have the 48"x24"x24", but wouldn't it be easier to heat a 48"x24"x16" enclosure? I don't think the reduced height has many disadvantages does it? Just trying to figure out exactly what I need.

The lower hight makes it more difficult to get the proper distance for UVB and basking regulation has been my experience