New Construction

[Chesterspal]

Made some needed updates to the enclosure today.

I knew there was no good time to move him out that would work for the both of us. He sleeps until 8PM and I'm ready for bed at that time.

So, had to do the unthinkable around noon today. Got up on his hind legs and showed me his teeth. He was not a happy camper.

Hopefully, now that he is in his new set up.... all is forgiven



First, covered the mesh screen on the floor with a piece of 1/4" Lauan.



Did not secure it down so it can be easily removed and cleaned at the six month full cleaning interval.

Also made some improvements to the hideaways.

He was using a piece of 3" OD (outer dimension) PVC connector as an entrance to a burrow he made under the paper bedding. He was not interested in the three room condo I had built at the far right.



However, I noticed last evening... after he stuffed his face with food... he had all he could do to get down the pipe. Since I assume he will only get bigger, the pipe needed to be larger.

I needed to find a way to solve both issues.

So, today I switched out that narrow section with a 3" ID (internal dimension) section of PVC electrical conduit.



The 3" size appears ideal for these guys and should allow plenty of room to maneuver.... with a full mouth.



I added a 3" side hole so he has the option of burrowing under the bedding, as before, or he can now continue straight on and into the condo area.



Here, with the cover in place.



Added back the bedding and other items.





Will give this whirl for a week or so.