For Western reptile keepers (especially ball python/corn snake owners) who know their slithery pets need a safe, natural retreat (not just a plastic box) to thrive – this Natural Wood Reptile Hide Box (14x10x8in) is the ultimate habitat upgrade (just like the calm, secure scene in your photo!).
Snakes are ectothermic, shy creatures: They rely on dark, enclosed hides to regulate stress (a core tenet of Western herpetology care) – and this wood hide delivers that and the practicality you need:
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Wild-Mimic Security: The non-toxic hardwood construction mimics the fallen logs/rock crevices snakes seek in the wild. Unlike plastic hides, it doesn’t retain odors – your ball python will choose this over generic enclosures because it feels natural.
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Humidity & Light Balance: The strategic ventilation slots keep air circulating (critical for maintaining proper enclosure humidity – no moldy substrate) while keeping the interior dark (snakes avoid bright spaces; this hide lets them rest without exposure).
Practicality meets reptile-specific comfort:
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Warmth & Coziness: The removable fleece liner insulates against cool glass/vivarium floors – perfect for tropical snakes (like ball pythons) that need consistent belly warmth. Toss it in the washer to clean shed skin or substrate debris.
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Stable Safety: The weighted wood design + raised feet mean no tipping when your snake slithers in/out – no risk of injury to active medium reptiles (up to 4ft).
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Low-Maintenance Care: Wipe the wood surface with reptile-safe disinfectant; the liner is machine-washable – no scrubbing stubborn stains or replacing cheap plastic hides every few months.
At 14x10x8in, it’s sized perfectly for medium snakes: roomy enough to curl fully (snakes feel secure when they can touch all sides of a hide) but compact enough to fit in most 40-gallon vivariums. Plus, its natural wood finish blends with bioactive setups, live plants, or natural substrate – no clashing with your carefully curated enclosure.
Shipping Time:
20-day production cycle.
Due to high demand, orders will be shipped as soon as possible.
This isn’t just a hide box – it’s a stress-reducing, habitat-friendly retreat that helps your snake stay healthy and makes your vivarium look intentional.
