How to setup a California Kingsnake BioActive Terrarium. Self-cleaning, self-maintaining

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In this video the Dude discusses how to setup a BioDude California Kingsnake BioActive terrarium kit. In this video I briefly discuss their basic husbandry with how to assemble your Terra Firma Bioactive Terrarium kit. With these BioDude kits your terrariums become self-cleaning, self-maintaining and provide better husbandry and enrichment for your herps! Subscribe, follow the Dude on facebook and check out www.thebiodude.com
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Kingsnakes, in general are found in almost every state in the USA. These beautiful snakes are a great beginner species to work with and have some of the most vibrant colors of north american snake species commonly available. Maintain their temperature around 75-78 degrees F with a hot spot of around 85 degrees F. Maintain ambient humidity between 40-55% with a spike at some point during the day. Maintain day/night cycles with the BioDude LED. Always provide fresh water and mist they tank daily. These snakes are found in the temperate forests of Northern California, Oregon and Washington State.
The Dude would like to thank Jordan for letting me use Samantha for this presentation.
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@itzag8408 7 лет назад

They need people like this at petco lol

@dirge44 3 года назад

Bruh this bot is everywhere to the point it's anoyying

@CmdrPewpeez 3 года назад

I bought this for my Cali King and man does she love her tank. The plants are awesome, the substrate, all of it. Its awesome to have and i'd highly recommend this guys products for your reptiles.

@steezyengineers313 2 года назад

Just visited the store and bought the kit for my Mexican black king, I can’t wait to set it up! I’m so happy that I found people that are level-headed and informed!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

Hey there! glad it we could be helpful! please let us know if you have any questions!

@steezyengineers313 2 года назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter what are the best type of isopods for my enclosure? I’ve been told different Kind by everyone

@steezyengineers313 2 года назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter I sadly soon came to find out I was oversold on quite a bit of accessories that have zero benefits or cons to the enclosure, big waste.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

@@steezyengineers313 We wont oversell nor recommend products that are not necessary or good for your animal. That is not us nor would we have grown to be the success we are today if that was the case. You can always bring back unopened product and return it. For the isopods I would recommend Powder Blue or Orange. More of an Arid species.

@steezyengineers313 2 года назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter I was oversold on light fixtures to only find out a heat lamp nor uvb are needed for the snake. I understand where you are coming from and don’t mean to “hate”, but only inform you of my experience. I did pick out some powder oranges last week. Thank you

@__tadpole__8195 Год назад

I’m getting a 48x24x18 inch terrarium for my California King in a couple of months and I’m definitely getting my Bioactive supplies from you. This look amazing and I can’t wait to build :)

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter Год назад

That is awesome! We would love to help you get that set up! please reach out to customercare@thebiodude.com when ready!

@odincarry231 3 года назад

Shutouts to the dude. Making it so much easier to work with getting my first snake

@riskydom7420 2 года назад

I have the bio dude set up for my MBK and he is so happy! I highly recommend these dudes for all you reptile/amphibian enclosure needs (:

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing!!

@veesentdaysendz8113 7 лет назад

Awesome!!you create thee setups with ease,I just Love it my dude!!!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 7 лет назад

Vee-Sent-Daey's -EnDZ thank you

@johnpalermo2422 7 лет назад

def goin to your site asap this is incredibly practical

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 7 лет назад

Thank you!

@sergeantcrow 7 лет назад

This is excellent... Thank you...

@sergeantcrow 7 лет назад

Thank you for your help and advice K R .

@_faye. 2 года назад

this is incredible, thanks for the info!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

You're welcome dude!

@rogerstenstromk5mow715 2 года назад

Great video

@erictully7231 6 лет назад

very informed about"superior" bioactive terrariums, for kingsnakes.

@rayfuller8517 3 года назад

This is such a good video

@reptiles4u210 7 лет назад

It is Wednesday my dude. Love the new videos

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 7 лет назад

Reptiles4u thank you

@damona361 4 года назад

is it necessary to use a heating pad and a heating light as well or will the heating pad alone be enough for the snake? I want to make a bio active vivarium but am a little confused about the heating and lighting for the animal and plants.

@falcolf 10 месяцев назад

I kept a leopard gecko for 23 years and didn't know that you were supposed to dechlorinate their water. 😅 Thank you for teaching me! This video was brilliant, especially the moist hide construction. ❤

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 10 месяцев назад

Happy to help, thanks for your comment! 👍🏻

@CarowindsRoblox 6 лет назад

Does. The king snake kit include all that supplies in the video

@rubenbentancourt1593 3 года назад

Awesome i have 4 king snakes!

@thomaswallis326 Год назад

So cool!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter Год назад

Thanks!

@spacenerd6391 7 лет назад

Will this work with rosy boas since they live in similar regions -I think- as Californian king snakes????

@michaeldimitroulakos1307 3 года назад

are the spring tails part of the kit? awesome video/info

@THEE.apples 7 лет назад

Do you have any for uromastyx? When I get my ornate I want him in a bioactive setup.

@joshuaking8917 4 года назад

Hi bio dude. Today at herps New Orleans I bought a 40 gallon breeder tank had Amber build it for me she said that I shouldn't need or use a under tank heater due to the amount of substrate. I did get a hundred watt ceramic heat emmiter set to a t stat btw should that be enough for the hot side and or Baskin spot? Or should I used both on that side? Btw my creature of choice is my ball python mojo

@tokec8471 7 лет назад

If I get living plants. Is there a chance that there are mites with the plant. What should i do with that?

@Buionpo 6 лет назад

Do you have one for red tail boas?

@2is_Gaticuh 2 года назад

So do I need the stuff from your website or can I just go to a reptile store and buy their moss and whatever type of substrate they have that’s the same just not the same brand? Also I’ve heard these bugs you put in there help with mite preventing , true or false?

@jordanhill15 2 года назад

Can I set up a large tank right from the start with a baby snake? Or should I start small and upgrade as it grows?...also, do you ship to Canada?

@chiefchick 4 года назад

Josh, what size is this tank you are using in this vid? I just got a Florida Albino Kingsnake and looking for a bigger enclosure for her. Thanks! I love all your vids!

@jdogghoe 4 года назад

This was a zilla 40breeder that i got at petco. Im currently saving money to move all my kings into larger enclosures. 40 breeders are technically ok for kings. But kings will use ALL the space you give them. They are quite active (if husbandry is on point) if you can afford a nice tank thats larger than a 40 breeder, do it. That is my Cal King in the video and she was upgraded gradually to a 40. I wish someone would have told me in the beginning to "do it big, and do it right". After that, i started all my other kings in 40's, even juvenile kings. They will do great if you provide proper hides, cover, temps, etc

@shashankpawar9997 6 лет назад

The dude abides

@deibergarcia7573 5 месяцев назад

Do you use a heat lamp for this set up? I have it already but I’m not sure if I should use a heat lamp or if the heat mat is enough (within the burrow)

@StealingSunsets 6 лет назад

very cool kits though!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Thank you : )

@veesentdaysendz8113 5 лет назад

What kind of 40 gallon tank you used in this setup???? This tank with that lid is just awesomeness I got to know. And by the way your products are top notch!!!

@aaaa-oe5iz 5 лет назад

Its zilla's 40g breeder for reptiles

@OmarValenzuela1975 Год назад

Would this work for a Grey Banded Kingsnake? What would you recommend for modifications, if any? I loved this video. Great info! Thanks, and have a wonderful and blessed day! 😊👍🙏

@bruhmingo 10 месяцев назад

Terra Sahara kit or MBK kit would probably work

@some_dude1596 2 месяца назад

Hey dude, do you have a similar video on seeing up a bio habitat for corn snakes?

@MicroChronic 2 года назад

I hope you see this and answer it but do your cali kingsnake bio active kit come with the springtails and isopods or do I have to get them else where I’m just trying to make sure lmao I know this sounds dumb but I had to ask

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

Hey there, no they do not come included as they are weather dependant for shipping. send an email to customercare@thebiodude.com or give the store a call directly for a quote on shipping.

@rayrondon7298 3 месяца назад

Hey dude I just got a pet Florida king snake I was just wondering if you can hook me up with that electronic for that keeps track of the humidity for the snake and where do you get those flat heating things that I can stick on the side of the tank?

@terrencesinclair3238 2 года назад

I just bought a new 40 gallon tank for my Cali King and am extremely interested in buying one of your bioactive kits! On the Bio Dude website, which kit contains the items (plants, substrate, moss, leaves, bugs, plants) seen in this video?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

Hey there, go ahead and send an email to the customercare@thebiodude.com so we can get you set up!

@AlexsAgamids 7 лет назад

Could This setup could be applied to corn snakes as well?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 7 лет назад

yes, with the Firma. If you visit my website I do have corn snake kits.

@SamiiInsane 4 года назад

So im doing research on cali kings because ive wanted one for years and i wanna make sure im prepared to take the responsibility for one but i have a major question. in other videos or research i found , i saw that cali kings dont like alot of humidity..... but the way you set up the tank with all the misting and the misting king device wouldnt that be too much for them? i thought they liked drier enclosures?

@jdogghoe 4 года назад

Kings live in variety of climates. They can live in dry or humid environments. That is my Cal King in the video. She is THRIVING in the bioactive setup. Dont hesitate. Go bioactive.

@jdogghoe 4 года назад

I have 3 kings, all in bio setups.

@joshualui3452 6 лет назад

He does have a good product.. Double preception or whatever he calls them. And maybe something and things do need to be found out about..

@Dylankwame 3 года назад

What kind of plants are good for cal king snake??

@acutiff7125 3 года назад

What do you need to spot clean? Urates? What is that?

@danielvalencia7797 4 года назад

But what type of isopods and spring tails

@slipdeath6662 5 месяцев назад

Would it be safe to put in a milipede or two as well or no?

@blizzard1442 6 лет назад

Hey man I️ was wondering if this would work for my Arizona desert kingsnake

@jdogghoe 4 года назад

Absolutely. My Splendida (desert king) is set up in the Biodudes Tera Sahara

@chriscaligaris2194 4 года назад

Do you have a rainforest boa set up bio active vivarium

@lasagnadinner1946 6 лет назад

Loved the video and I subscribed!!! could this be used for corn snakes?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Absolutely.

@lasagnadinner1946 6 лет назад

okay thanks!!!!!

@angelicasanjuan-caro7704 3 года назад

Are the isopods sold separately? i’ve seen your website and am unsure if this comes with the package.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 3 года назад

separately, and weather dependent. its best to call the store directly.

@bean2324 5 лет назад

would I put on mite spray

@Lucy-mq4zq 6 лет назад

Which kit would you recommend for an African egg eating snake?

@richardrichar4272 5 лет назад

I was planning on getting a Baby Albino California Kingsnake and I like how this kinda set up is great for beginners and I was wondering how to set this up for babies and when I should upgrade tanks let alone how I change tanks when they grow out of it I mean do I just throw it out and have to buy it again or do I put it in the new tank?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

You would upgrade the terrarium as the snake grows, but you can use the substrate etc to jumpstart the new terrarium, just add more soil.

@richardrichar4272 5 лет назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter thank you

@jdogghoe 4 года назад

I wish someone would have told me in the beginning to "do it big, and do it right". You spend SO MUCH money gradually upgrading habitat size. You can DEFINITELY start a juvenile king in a 40breeder tank. Just provide proper hides, plenty of over all cover, proper temps, humidity, etc. They will THRIVE. My second and 3rd kings went directly into 40's and they are all bio setups with The Bio Dude products.

@sweetea808 4 года назад

Where is the website for the merchandise in this video please ?

@christiancruz3914 6 месяцев назад

You guys are currently sold out on MBK bioactive kits, is there an estimate on availability?

@nady0_0 3 года назад

Does it work for mexican kingsnake too??

@jillt5732 5 лет назад

Brand new snake caregiver. What does "spot cleaning" nitrates look like? What does one look for as to not disrupt the whole eco system? Thanks

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Hi Jill. What you will want to look for are the white clumps that are called urates which is compressed urine and any fecal matter that may linger for a couple of days. After a few weeks, your microfauna should started breaking it down for you.

@jasonirvin6782 7 лет назад

BioDude You are incredible! Is there a way I can message you to come up with a package that will best suit my Corn Snake? Thanks for your vids!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Feel free! Thank you! Email through website

@Name-vu5nj 3 года назад

will this work for milk snakes

@zintus67 7 лет назад

What would you recommend for a Florida Brookes King?

@georgeyaknowthegeorgeyeathatme 3 года назад

I would do thoughs expandable dirt discs as substrate

@georgeyaknowthegeorgeyeathatme 3 года назад

And jsut ad other plants native to florida

@Wowchukk 2 года назад

Would this same set up work for a Mexican black kingsnake? Just sub the terra firma for terra Sahara?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

Yes, id do a mix of both to be honest!

@ReptilesandResearch 5 лет назад

would this be appropriate for a mexican black kingsnake? It was my understanding that they were from desert habitats? or am i wrong?

@ArmednotTriggered 5 лет назад

Terra Sahara should be better

@ReptilesandResearch 5 лет назад

@@ArmednotTriggered what's that

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

It's The BioDude's desert substrate. You can find it here: www.thebiodude.com/collections/snake-bioactive-kit/products/mexican-black-kingsnake-bioactive-kit

@darisrafiify 5 лет назад

Is it oke for Corn snake, if i would create bio active? If i am not mistaken, the isopod needs more humidity. In the other hand, corn snake love to burry their body into the ground. I am afraid it will affect my CS and make it scale rot...

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Daris, you can utilize bugs that require a drier biome -

@randomhandle 2 года назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter Such as? Oreo isos and tropical springtails?

@Silveraxis18 6 лет назад

Will this setup work for a Brooks kingsnake?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Hi rdiaz, it sure would!

@801Hellfire 2 года назад

How many spring tails, orange isopods, death-feigning beetles should you buy for a 40 gallon tank?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

Hey hey! starting out you want a smaller colony so not to over crowd it. They will reproduce and make the colonies needed among themselves. i will link you a CUC pack we recommend, it will be listed as out of stock online as you need to contact the care team to get them ordered and shipped - contact them here, hope that helps! customercare@thebiodude.com www.thebiodude.com/collections/bioactive-terrarium-bugs-for-reptiles/products/ball-python-clean-up-crew-pack-includes-overnight-shipping

@hammadraws 3 года назад

Will this work for a baby kingsnake

@tobiasthomsen1981 6 лет назад

Do a corn snake vid please

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Hi Tobias. We are working on new videos very soon!

@EphixiHD 7 лет назад

Will a Terrarium 80x48x40 be big enough for a kingsnake? Got this piece of furniture i want to build a terrarium on top of. Reptiles recently got legalized in Norway as pets, so i'm preparing for 15th of august. (which is when the new law that allows us to hold reptiles is set in action)

@jdogghoe 4 года назад

The bigger the better. Just make sure your husbandry is on point. Meaning proper hides, adequate cover, proper temps, etc.

@jdogghoe 4 года назад

Your king will use ALL the space you give it. As long as husbandry is good

@deedeemegadoodoo6291 4 года назад

Would this setup work for a Mexican Black Kingsnake?

@jacquithornett1162 6 лет назад

Can you do a boa setup

@LSilly1234 5 лет назад

Can you do one for a milk snake?

@niabanks5895 4 года назад

LaurenK milk snakes are a type of kingsnake

@JEREMIELEE 5 лет назад

👍

@chasecraig5670 2 года назад

i’m looking for a bio active cali king snake set and i don’t see one on the site i did email though

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

Hey hey! here ya go - www.thebiodude.com/products/king-snake-bioactive-kit

@stevewilson8146 3 года назад

I need you to come do my tank seriously

@brentsacolin 3 года назад

Is this setup okay for a corn snake as well?

@brentsacolin 3 года назад

Nvm. He said he had a corn snake set up just like this one at 7:15

@ethanfortner7522 6 лет назад

Why would Sahara be better for mexican black kingsnakes? Are they not found in the same places?

@elliotmoose1234 6 лет назад

no, mexican black kings come from more arid places, hence less humidity

@mafiaboydq9890 6 лет назад

Can you do a Madagascar Giant Day Gecko Setup ?

@paulrun111 4 года назад

Where does the heat Matt go

@officialfre3 7 лет назад

Do the bugs not attack the snake or crawl out ?

@jordannew3803 7 лет назад

Anthony Daley springtails are detrivores and prefer damp conditions so will rarely venture out of their comfort zone, i.e the waterbowl and or the damper substrate. The woodlice are pretty much the same with damper conditions with them being crustaceans

@eliberdinner4808 3 года назад

Do you use a thermostat to control the heating pad?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 3 года назад

yes of course, always

@eliberdinner4808 3 года назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter I assumed you probably did, but wasn't sure because of the heating pad on the side of the tank. I've seen that done for inverts and amphibians before but never reptiles. Makes sense though.

@NoxieNation 6 лет назад

Do you not provide a water source for the snake?

@mokana713 6 лет назад

NoxieNation He said he left an area for a water dish in the center.

@lilmisstrouble85 6 лет назад

Will this set up work for a corn?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Hi, Terra Firma works great for Corn Snakes!

@elmuncheros3333 5 лет назад

Could you make a video for a corn snake bioactive setup

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Freddy, I do have one, but I will be doing update videos here shortly. Thanks for following and commenting!

@elmuncheros3333 5 лет назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter welcome love the videos hope to one day have all my reptiles in a bioactive environment

@Zhrue 7 лет назад

What about uvb?

@brey5121 7 лет назад

Will this work for a Mexican black kingsnake as well?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 7 лет назад

brey I would actually recommend going with the Terra Sahara for them.

@brey5121 7 лет назад

The Bio Dude Josh Halter okay thank you

@flemminganderson7121 4 года назад

What kind of terrarium is that?

@victorg7036 6 лет назад

Would this be the same for a corn snake?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Hi Victor. It is similar. We have a corn snake kit available here: www.thebiodude.com/collections/snake-bioactive-kit/products/corn-snake-bioactive-kit

@victorg7036 6 лет назад

The Bio Dude Josh Halter is there any online store in Canada that I can buy your product from?

@cleatus4109 3 года назад

So, the cultures aren't included, but will the tank still be self-maintained?

@sasharettren9174 2 года назад

No .

@Keagie 2 года назад

I was looking for a video like this and clicked on it by accident

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

Welcome in to the dudes channel!

@corrie9762 6 лет назад

Fun

@duanehodges1512 2 года назад

Water bowl? Didn't see it might have missed it

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

Each of the enclosures that needs one has one, it might not be part of the initial set up video but theyre in the store on display in the enclosures.

@jalenrussell5799 6 лет назад

Can I put the same bugs with lizards to

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Yes I think I am understanding your question.

@jalenrussell5799 6 лет назад

@tycoonzayy9848 Год назад

Bro what kind of lid is that

@shaemcgill1829 6 лет назад

Hey dude real quick...do you sell all the stuff in thr video and if you do...how do I gey in contact with you to buy some!!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Hi Shea. We sure do! You can visit us on Facebook and at TheBiodude.com. Also, feel free to reach out to us on our customer care line (717)305-0684.

@shaemcgill1829 5 лет назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter do yall ship to Canada?

@ponyboy5.0coyotewild63 5 лет назад

And it’s not what I want. It’s what beneficial for the snake !!!!!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Hi Bobby. We typically have about 5" of substrate at the most. Our kits come with enough substrate for a 3" depth. The wild does not provide belly heat. Infrared heat comes from the sun, not the ground. They may find a rock that has been basking in the sun all day to lay on, that would provide belly heat, but that's not a constant in their environment. The physiology of reptiles does not dictate that the heat should be on their bellies. It dictates that they need external heat for proper body function such as an active metabolism, digestion, growth, etc. Belly heat a myth and a fad. It's not a wrong way of doing things, but it's not the ONLY way. As long as a heated area is being provided in the proper temperature range, your snake should thrive.

@mozzy917 6 лет назад

What siz3 tank

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

This a 40g

@Jason-ul1so 7 лет назад

This be good for a cornsnake

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 7 лет назад

I will be doing a Corn Snake video here soon.

@XxXfinchyXxX 5 лет назад

What size is this tank?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

This is a 40 Breeder

@XxXfinchyXxX 5 лет назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter would you ever do a video for pygmy hedgehogs? :)

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Hi Yvonne. We do not sell bioactive products for mammals. Not enough research has been done to guarantee it's function.

@Wowchukk 2 года назад

Man I wish you shipped to Canada :(

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

Whorkin' on it!

@christianz344 5 лет назад

40 gallon big enough for an adult male or should I go bigger.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Hi Christian. I recommend at least a 75g tank for an adult. They are very active and will utilize every inch of space you give them.

@christianz344 5 лет назад

The Bio Dude Josh Halter Ok thanks man, I was thinking something like a 75. One guy recommend a 20 I'm like no way that's right

@jdogghoe 5 лет назад

Definitely bigger. The bigger the better. I want to take all mine out of 40's and into 100's or bigger. The Dude is correct, they will use every inch of space you give them.

@Spiritwingz56 Год назад

Where's the water dish?

@chanlersimmons3104 6 лет назад

I bet it is hard to clean it out with all that stuff in it

@MrBoobitha 6 лет назад

Chanler Simmons You don't have to clean it out. That's the point.

@jdogghoe 4 года назад

Yes, you do have to spot clean the urates. And no its not hard at all. This is my Cal King in the video, and since this video was shot, i have added more plants and those plants have grown in. Maintenance is still a breeze.