EXO TERRA Terrarium as cage?

[ILSMarki8]

I have just seen this video on YT and thought about making it a hamster habitat. Does anyone here has exo terra as hamster cage. Would it work out?

Why Buy Exo Terra Terrariums? - YouTube

[Stockannette]

For what kind of hamster, and which size are you thinking? I think it was Sully who uses some - I accidentally deleted a PM from a long time ago when I asked the same question.

[Pilgrim77]

I had one as a temporary fixture, it was ok. But for the money you'd pay to get a big enough one, not really worth it. It'd be better getting this:Hamster Cages: great selection at zooplus: Small Pet Terrarium Kerry

Plus that plastic bit on the front for locking it is just begging to be chewed as I discovered

[Silver]

I can not look at the links sorry on silly computer at the mo.

I have a small Zoomed Vivarium which is almost the same as a exo terra. They are lovely tanks & they would make a lovely home for a hammy.

The trouble being they are very expensive, saying that you can find bargains on Ebay or Preloved. If you can find one of the bargains big enough go for it.

The only down side is the weight of them. You need to be able to put it some where & not move it even for cleaning out. My biger tank that Amy is in, is on my coffee table & stays there.

xxx

[squishyhammy]

i would love one but for a decent sized one as said the price is ridiculous

[Vectis Hamstery]

I have several exo terra vivs and I do like them. All were second hand and good value. They are sturdy and secure with the ability to put an exo terra padlock in if you need extra security from medium sized children (my friend's small child can't work out the opening!). Acacia rats are known for chewing plastic but mine haven't damaged theirs. They are heavy but I don't move mine.

[sully]

I have two exo terras for two of my last three hammies, a smaller one with two levels on here somewhere just cant find pictures and the three feet wide one below..... thanks to Lougarry in more ways than one!
Tillys toadstool pictures, sorry!

[ILSMarki8]

I already have regular aquariums/tanks and was thinkingg into investing in something bigger. I don't really have access to any of the great UK/eBay cages.... However, I thought maybe I could show this video to a glazier and arrange something similar.

[Munchalot]

Hm... depends on where you get them, but they are often very expensive. Also I would be dubious putting a ham in there, as I would be worried about adequate ventilation, humidity, and the tank becoming too warm.

They are fantastic enclosures. I'm looking to buy a large model to house some tree frogs, but for a hamster I personally wouldn't go for one.

[ilsa]

Originally Posted by Munchalot

Hm... I would be worried about adequate ventilation, humidity, and the tank becoming too warm.

They are fantastic enclosures. I'm looking to buy a large model to house some tree frogs, but for a hamster I personally wouldn't go for one.

I was worried about that very thing ventilation and humidity. I must say after watching many reviews and videos I found two that answered my questions.
**One was from the company's info. intro. video....
They explained how the airflow is encouraged through vents along the raised bottom half where the doors are and the full-screened roof. Showed where you can insert tubs for this and that so if you felt the need you could direct extra air into the habitat.
**The second video was from a fan.
They had a room full of every size imaginable. The important thing I took away from that video other than the fact the cages are well made, reliable and durable tried and tested. They stated that when the habitat was in the living room, not the grow room of a similar atmosphere it was hard to keep the humidity up (that's what he needed the habitat to do). That tells me there is adequate airflow.
All that great news and the fact people keep their babies in display cabinets and glass tanks all the time. There is no difference with that other than the Exo-Terra Natural Terrarium enclosure is awesome and is very secure for our little escape artist and from any small children that would be disturbing the little hammie at rest.
The doors open on the side so you do not have to reach down to your friend you can just be there. I'm sure it's not as scary to have a hand just be there then seeing the giant claw coming down to get you ; )
Now I feel it is perfectly safe for my furball I'm loving this habitat before I even buy it because it is the reflection and perfection of my personal DIY habitat.