Eco Tech Hatchling Snake Kit 31 x 21 x 18cm

The Eco Tech Hatchling Snake Kit 31 x 21 x 18cm provides a practical starter setup for housing hatchling and small juvenile snakes, combining a compact enclosure with essential heating, feeding, handling and enclosure accessories.

Designed with the needs of young snakes in mind, the enclosure features two blanked-out sides to increase the feeling of security and reduce exposure to activity outside the enclosure. This is particularly useful for hatchlings, which often benefit from a smaller environment with secure retreat areas and plenty of cover.

The kit includes a heat mat, resin hide, water bowl, base mat, feeding tongs and handling hook, providing the essential equipment needed to establish a suitable hatchling snake enclosure.

Kit Includes

• Eco Tech enclosure – 31 x 21 x 18cm
• Sliding top
• Two blanked-out sides for increased security
• Heat mat
• Resin hide
• Water bowl
• Base mat
• Feeding tongs
• Handling hook

Key Features

• Complete starter kit for hatchling and small juvenile snakes
• Compact 31 x 21 x 18cm enclosure
• Secure sliding-top design
• Two sides blanked out to help create a more secure environment
• Heat mat included
• Resin hide provides an important secure retreat
• Water bowl included
• Base mat provides a simple enclosure substrate
• Feeding tongs included for convenient feeding
• Handling hook included
• Convenient all-in-one hatchling snake setup
• Ideal for new and experienced snake keepers

Heat Mat Included

A heat mat is included with the Eco Tech Hatchling Snake Kit and should be positioned at one end of the enclosure rather than across the entire tank.

Positioning the heat source at one end helps establish a temperature gradient, providing a warmer area while allowing the snake to move towards the cooler end when required.

The temperature should be monitored and maintained according to the requirements of the particular snake being housed.

It is preferred that the heat mat should be connected to an appropriate thermostat to safely regulate the temperature.

Designed for Hatchling Snakes

Young snakes generally benefit from an enclosure that provides security and opportunities to hide.

The Eco Tech Hatchling Snake Kit features two blanked-out sides, reducing visual exposure and helping create a more sheltered environment. The included resin hide provides an additional secure retreat where the snake can rest and remain concealed.

As your snake grows, its enclosure requirements will change and a larger enclosure will eventually be required.

Suitable for Australian Snakes

The Eco Tech Hatchling Snake Kit can be suitable as a hatchling or early juvenile enclosure for appropriately sized Australian snakes, including smaller python species such as:

• Children's Pythons
• Stimson's Pythons
• Spotted Pythons
• Other appropriately sized hatchling Australian pythons

Always select an enclosure according to the individual snake's size and husbandry requirements, rather than species alone.

Easy Feeding and Handling

The included feeding tongs allow food to be presented without placing your fingers close to the snake during feeding.

A handling hook is also supplied, providing a useful tool for appropriate handling and enclosure maintenance.

Setting Up Your Hatchling Snake Kit

Position the heat mat at one end of the enclosure to establish a warm and cool end.

Place the resin hide where the snake can easily access it and ensure fresh drinking water is always available in the supplied bowl.

The included base mat provides a simple substrate for the enclosure and can be removed as required for cleaning and maintenance.

Temperatures should be checked regularly using suitable reptile thermometers, and the heat mat should be operated through an appropriate thermostat to maintain safe and stable temperatures.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is the enclosure?
The enclosure measures approximately 31 x 21 x 18cm.

Does the kit include heating?
Yes. A heat mat is included with the kit.

Where should I position the heat mat?
The heat mat should be positioned at one end of the enclosure. This helps establish a temperature gradient so the snake can move between warmer and cooler areas.

Should I use a thermostat with the heat mat?
The heat mat can be used without a thermostat but temperatures should be closely monitored. Use with  a thermostat is always a preferred method

What else comes with the kit?
The kit includes the enclosure, heat mat, resin hide, water bowl, base mat, feeding tongs and handling hook.

Why are two sides of the enclosure blanked out?
The blanked-out sides reduce visual exposure and help provide a greater feeling of security for a young snake.

Is this suitable for an adult snake?
No. This compact enclosure is intended for appropriately sized hatchling and small juvenile snakes. A larger enclosure will be required as the animal grows.