Relative humidity in the terrarium
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Relative humidity in the terrarium
Get a certain level of humidity
(1) Obtain a low humidity (< 50%)
The so-called desert specimens generally need a very low humidity. The objective therefore is to reduce as much as possible the humidity in the terrarium... To do this, we will use the following processes:
(2) Obtain a high relative humidity (> 75%)
The so-called tropical specimens generally need a very high humidity. The objective is therefore to retain as much as possible the humidity in the terrarium... To do this, we will use the following processes:
(3) Obtain a relative humidity average (50%<<75%)
Scorpions living more or less temperate climates do not necessarily require a humidity as high as tropical or as low as desert specimens specimens. And that is the most difficult, because maintaining an average rate of humidity is far from clear! Here are some tips to achieve this:
Water, Yes, but... Which one?
A question that arises legitimately is to know what type of water give the scorpions. Most of the reptile generally try to reproduce as faithfully as possible the natural conditions of life of specimens that they maintiennes. Following this logic, here are some elements of response:
Overall, it is not recommended to use tap water, often treated with a large amount of chemicals to the uncertain effect on the specimens. If you decide about the same to use water from the tap, the minimum is to let decant: fill a bottle you will leave to rest a night without a plug.
(1) Obtain a low humidity (< 50%)
The so-called desert specimens generally need a very low humidity. The objective therefore is to reduce as much as possible the humidity in the terrarium... To do this, we will use the following processes:
- Focus minerals:
- Create evaporation:
- Optimize the ventilation:
- Do not leave standing water:
(2) Obtain a high relative humidity (> 75%)
The so-called tropical specimens generally need a very high humidity. The objective is therefore to retain as much as possible the humidity in the terrarium... To do this, we will use the following processes:
- Preferred Organics:
- Moisten:
- Prevent too much evaporation:
- Prevent aeration:
- Leave water available:
(3) Obtain a relative humidity average (50%<<75%)
Scorpions living more or less temperate climates do not necessarily require a humidity as high as tropical or as low as desert specimens specimens. And that is the most difficult, because maintaining an average rate of humidity is far from clear! Here are some tips to achieve this:
- Mix the materials:
- Moisten:
- Optimize the ventilation:
- Leave water available:
Water, Yes, but... Which one?
A question that arises legitimately is to know what type of water give the scorpions. Most of the reptile generally try to reproduce as faithfully as possible the natural conditions of life of specimens that they maintiennes. Following this logic, here are some elements of response:
- Steaming simulates rain, or rain water contains virtually no mineral... Spraying with demineralized water is therefore recommended: this is what comes closest 'natural' rain water. Water demineralized for irons ironing available in supermarkets will work perfectly (be careful that it is not perfumed).
- The watering place simulates also rain water, but that is responsible for trace elements in contact with the ground... Bottled mineral water seems the best choice.
Overall, it is not recommended to use tap water, often treated with a large amount of chemicals to the uncertain effect on the specimens. If you decide about the same to use water from the tap, the minimum is to let decant: fill a bottle you will leave to rest a night without a plug.
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