Newbie Crestie Viv

[boozer]

I would like some advice/tips on the following please:

Where would you position the bark? I have been moving it and fiddling but have just plonked it where it is for the photo.

That exo terra vine. I haven't a clue how to put it to its best.

The substrate. I have rad many conflicting care sheets. I would really like to use sphagnum moss.



This is very early stages of the set up so would appreciate any comments. Humidity is 60% without misting so am thinking the moss would help this. I visited a great reptile place in Kent after seeing it recommended here and will be going again at the weekend to pick up some more fake plants which I think it needs.

[Ally]

The bark looks fine like that!
Cresties like to rest both vertically and horizontally, personally I set it up and adjust it as I get to know the reptile and what they seem to prefer.
I wouldn't use moss as if they do eat a bit it can easily become tangled - especially as they're more likely to eat the whole piece once they have a little in their mouths. I like cocofibre, but everyone has theor own opinions on that.
As for the humidity, you will need to mist it even if it seems ok in there as Cresties like to drink the water droplets. Keep enough ventilation so that it does dry out a little between mistings.

[boozer]

Ok thank you. I'll take a look at cocofibre.