The BEST and WORST Reptile Enclosure Brands! My Uncensored Honest Opinion!

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Choosing the right reptile enclosure for your pet snake or pet lizard can be a challenge but it doesn't have to be. PVC reptile enclosures, glass or wood, what is best? Let's go over some good and back enclosure builders from Exo Terra to Zoo Med, Kages Customer Reptile Enclosures to Zen Habitats, which is best?
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[@WickensWickedReptiles]

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[@anwarknapp7122]

I got it. I love it

[@YodaSodacc]

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[@ChuckNorrizBeardedDragons]

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[@ChuckNorrizBeardedDragons]

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[@Czermet666]

What u think about Wooden enclosures/brands? Most of the enclosures on the British market are wooden VivExotic or your typical ExoTerra glass.

[@ElLenadorLA]

If you’ve ever tried to buy a sheet of 1/2” thick expanded pvc you’ll see that Kages are actually really reasonably priced.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

bingo!

[@ChuckNorrizBeardedDragons]

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[@epierce59]

IF you can find it.

[@rdnkenki]

Thanks. Good Info

[@cookiesdad]

was just looking to build one myself with 1/2” pvc, looked up prices for materials and yeah they are deff reasonably priced lol

[@amandavoelker1201]

Additional points for custom reptile habitats for me because they have so much customizable options. You can choose between glass or plexi doors, you can choose whatever color of pvc you want/ get a decal on the pvc, you can customize the substrate tray to be taller or even clear vs solid, they offer a customizable humidity retaining lid to cover the screen if you keep a high humidity reptile. They also have different designs, one of which does not have that center support that obstructs view. Also customer service is awesome, and Paul is awesome 😉

[@CustomReptileHabitats]

Thanks Mandy 🙂 Such wise words from a co-founding member of the IHCT club 😂😂😂😂

[@yourlocalluzkinnie4917]

i just realized how much i missed this channel i watched a lot during quarantine then i had school and i was busy again but i am watching it again now and i really forgot how much i loved reptiles in general and am probably going to be watching a lot more frequently now

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thanks so much for watching!

[@majesticlunatic4985]

The customer service on Custom Reptile Habitats is really good. I ordered an enclosure recently from them and there was amazing communication and transparency about the order.

[@CustomReptileHabitats]

Thank you very much 🙂

[@CustomReptileHabitats]

Thanks for the kind words Adam, we really appreciate it and are honored that you included our Evolution series in this video 😀 Since last year's build off we have launched our 2.0 version of this series which does not have the middle obstruction and is arguably now the biggest selling 4 x 2 x 2 in North America. Maybe we will see you at this year's build off and show you a totally different design that may get you thinking "outside the box" 🤔

[@ChuckNorrizBeardedDragons]

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[@darrenburrows-taurus]

Do you ship your products to the UK or do you have a distribution partner here?

[@CustomReptileHabitats]

@@darrenburrows-taurus Thanks but we don't ship to the UK unfortunately. Sorry.

[@lemon7503]

I just got the 2.0 snake discovery enclosure from custom reptile habitats and they come with a thin cover for the screen that has cut outs for lamps, so you don't have to buy the big top thing separately

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

the old ones had that too, really cool design

[@caseysilva6919]

I have a lot of ReptiZoo glass enclosures. They come in pieces and the assembly is quite easy. The screen top is super strong and has a nice black coating. The only gripe is sometimes the doors don't line up well when closing. As for PVC, I only have Kages which I cannot say anything bad about. They are great, and even moving a completely built one to another location was easy!! Lastly, I got my hands on the new Exoterra Frog enclosure. It is currently in process of being customized.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

ohhhh I can't wait to see how it turns out!

[@dandobrowolski5818]

I just got a 24 x 18 x 36 glass reptizoo enclosure....I like it...it went together pretty easily...the doors line up pretty well.

[@rawexoticsaz2796]

All my reptizoo enclosures ventings rust. Top and sides. I prefer zoomed on glass. Also I have two of the frog n co enclosures. I love them. The locking mechanism, drain, door. Only thing I’m not 100% on is the top just because it limits lighting positioning.

[@phorestpsy216]

I like Kages, but I have heard they are more geared towards keeping lizards than snakes, though I'm not sure why that would be.

[@CryingIntoTheAbyss]

Animal Plastics makes really great enclosures as well, they're a smaller company and their lead times are pretty long right now, but their enclosures are so easy to assemble I was able to do it in 30 minutes with a manual screw driver lol they have predrilled holes and are routed to fit together perfectly. It took like 6-8 months to actually get, but it was soooo worth it. You can choose the door type too, I have sliding glass doors and they just pop in and out. Their 4ft terrestrial enclosures are always on sale too, so you can get em for about 225 each with shipping included

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

yea their lead time is insane eh

[@CryingIntoTheAbyss]

@@WickensWickedReptiles indeed! The 4 I got were definitely worth it! I hope they're able to upsize soon to cut down on leads, they have a great selection

[@alicinsane3003]

I have a 4x2x3 arboreal Animal Plastics enclosure with sliding glass doors . I’ve used it for an 8ft carpet python and my year old rhino iguana is in it right now, now with carpet python. Yes there lead time is brutal but the options are outstanding and I put it together by myself no problem. I would definitely get AP again just need to plan ahead😊

[@nathanmezick2698]

Kages may have the best products but they don't have many size options and their prices are undeniably excessive. Over $1,000 for a 4'x2'x3' isn't really justifiable in any way, their products my be quality, but they don't need to charge people 5x the materials cost. a 4'x8' board of quality 1/2" PVC can be bought at Home Depot and many other stores ranging from $100-$150. They don't need charge $1,000 because they drilled some holes in it for screws, drilled ventilation holes, cut it to size, and sent some glass or acrylic doors cut to size with it. People that just want to own a few reptiles as a simple hobby should not have to spend that much just because Kages is labeled as #1 and they can charge that much.

[@lorrainemunoa791]

Adore the Kages enclosure I bought, with one warning- if you, like me, paint your panels and seal your paintjob for reptile safety DO NOT leave the panels in a sunny place to dry. PVC can heat up real fast in high temperature daylight, and they will warp! (They won't when used properly as a cage) My fault entirely for not considering that. I was able to eventually unwarp them, and they're a dream to assemble with those pre drilled holes. I am very disabled, weak as a noodle, and I was able to build it entirely by myself.

[@reptilefae]

I use both glass and PVCs. PVC are game changing especially with high humidity reptiles. I use dragonhaus (they're also local) and they're phenomenal. I do like my glass enclosures for my LOW humidity babies 😂 great video Adam 😊

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Thanks for sharing!

[@013hybrid]

I also bought one from DragonHaus because it was local. We did have a few issues with the ventilation and with how some of the edges of the PVC and Acrylic doors were cut, but it ended up being alright after a little bit of adjusting. Definitely less expensive than other enclosures we have. We are going to try some from a few different companies to see what we end up liking best. Happy to have this video covering options 👍

[@yuhyuhtheindigo7085]

Dragonhaus and animal plastics are a cut above all other options in my opinion, with animal plastics being the gold standard

[@mattsreptileroom]

I love my dragonhauses, I'm from PA so, not local lol

[@phorestpsy216]

yeah, I can't wait until I upgrade my young dumerils boas from their 75 gallon, and 45 gallon tanks respectively. So I don't need to spray their cages every day. They are a year apart that's why one has a larger home.

[@thecurlyhairedkeeper]

Great info! I just ordered two more enclosures yesterday from Toad Ranch. Def a big fan of PVC for how I prefer to keep my snakes, but love that you always leave room for the fact that there's more than one way to keep reptiles ❤

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

always! All I can do is present opinions.

[@3Torts]

I'm thinking about getting a TR enclosure. They look great!

[@Akhatchntails]

I love that streaming platform! It’s all I use anymore! Curiosity with the win!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

wicked!

[@kathrynryan3442]

Great video, I know that Custom Reptile Habitats recently updated their Evolution series and the center black bar is now gone.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

that's great to hear!

[@leannebee13]

We won one of the new frog enclosures at the pet expo in toronto last year and we love it!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

that's awesome

[@FearlessCrusader100]

Dope vid, good to see actual reviews of all these brands.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

I hope it helps

[@FearlessCrusader100]

@@WickensWickedReptiles definitely. Enosures are the most important parts of any exotic setup. Maybe a follow up of lighting brands and heat units/thermal probes and controllers? It would certainly help newbies sort the wheat from the chaff.

[@fuzzymelon1261]

I've found Kages to be too pricy for my broke self. they also didn't really have a Leo enclosure (36"x18"x18"), but if I get a bigger animal (and more money) I will consider them

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

they aren't cheap but I can say from experience they are worth every single penny!

[@carlidowns]

I have two Zen Habitats pvc enclosures, and I’m very happy with them. My blue tongue skink especially loves his. He’s obsessed with his house. 😂

[@thekreeperkrib4856]

Dude! Damn good video!!! Very informative & I greatly appreciate your blunt honesty, it's 1 of the reasons I value your opinion so much. I can also see this being the beginning of a new series of videos possibly. Example episode: Just because a product isn't right or doesn't work for your reptile, doesn't mean it's wrong for all reptiles. Explain the different types of lighting heating, why Ceramic Heat Emitters work great for a b & c but Deep Heat Projectors work better for d e & f because...... I can see it in my head but apparently I am not the best with words 🤣🤣🤣

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

I would love to make this a series!

[@autumnedney9780]

This would be the best series I would watch it every time like I do all your other videos

[@jamielovesjohn]

@@WickensWickedReptiles I am down for this! Love product reviews and information. Having a lighting and heat episode would be awesome!

[@autumnlefebvre2543]

I just recently bought a "New Age Pet Ecoflex mojave reptile lounge" for one of my corns. I had saw them at my local pet shop and decided to try out the brand. It's a very good and sturdy material and I like how easy it is to put together, take apart and clean! The design is also really nice! I've been looking to switch to all PVC tanks, thanks for the video with your suggestions Adam!!

[@thatguitarandbassguy]

that catch at 8:26 not even missing a beat, dad of the year here

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Diamond and I have a certain chemistry haha

[@cosmepenney3518]

I was literally telling myself a couple hours ago how I wished you had an enclosure video guide as I looked around at different brands lol

[@WestMrGreg]

Hey Adam thanks for doing a review and glad we made the cut. It was a great review for all the caging mentioned. For our larger cages we can do single unit but my preference is to split the cages mainly for strength but also in shipping. There is a big difference in cost if you ship a 4ft pallet vs 8ft which they consider oversize. As we ship all over North America shipping cost is always of concern. It's interesting some other companies have recieving holes like you mentioned. I imagine that would be easier to do if you only have a few set sizes. While we do have set sizes we are also very well known for our level of customization and being able to do custom builds. We do also have light canopies as well for those interested. Thanks again

[@saulepstein5027]

I got my dum's pvc through Vision Cages. They were awesome and super easy customer service was great. I definitely plan to try out some of your recommendations in the future!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Good to hear!

[@robert1899-e1d]

One of your best videos ever! Very helpful.

[@RoseCityReptilesTX]

In the process of redoing some things and this was very helpful! Thanks 👍🤘

[@Repti-verse]

ZenHabitats is my favorite PVC company personally. I have used them, boamaster, and reptile factory. Zen is a better bang for your buck and their customer service is superb. I had an issue with the screen lid and emailed them. They responded an hour later saying that a new lid was being shipped out that day. My only issue is that screen lid. They also make enclosure hoods. But I am not a massive fan of needing a hood to use overhead lighting.

[@teacherCF]

Hey Adam, could you do an update video for how some of your animals are doing? I know you did room tours and enclosure tours on livestreams and such, but I'm wondering about the health, handleability, challenges, etc. of some animals, especially lesser-known ones. I'm specifically interested in your experience with your Chinese cave gecko(s) and any Antaresia Pythons

[@bobbiec2829]

I have two Exoterras, one Zen Habitats and one Custom Reptile Habitats. I haven't put together the Custom Reptile Habitats enclosure yet but I'm very excited to use it for my pink tongue skink. I know Zen Habitats gets a lot of hate but I think it's a decent enclosure. As you mentioned it's a bit more affordable. The lead time to get one is significantly less than other companies. I will probably replace the Zen Habitats enclosure with a Custom Reptile Habitats enclosure but it does the job for now. Fun fact...Custom Reptile Habitats is actually only 1.5 hours north of me so I can drive to pickup my enclosure instead of paying to ship them. Although with gas prices right now maybe it's not worth it unless I'm getting a lot of enclosures 😄

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

that is awesome! They are great enclosures

[@CustomReptileHabitats]

Thanks Bobbie, we appreciate that and will see you soon 🙂

[@crispytones]

I'm curious about Vision cages. I see those a lot, especially among Florida based KZbinrs. They seem expensive. But I've never owned a pvc enclosure.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

can't say I've ever used one

[@whiteviper1979]

Their high quality molded plastic cages and have a hi-resale value as well!

[@lordofasketill9410]

I would be interested to hear your thoughts on Focus Cubed Enclosures. I've purchased multiple units from this company and been very pleased with them. They're made with 1/2 PVC and you can order with some of the highest customability I have seen -- pre-built in heat panels, sockets, LEDs, UVB, colors of PVC, door types, colors of logos, colors and types of hardware, locks or no locks, ventilation, windowed sides, extra ventilation, etc. The pricing is really good by comparison to most, and their customer service and puclic relations are fantastic. Most of the time you get to see your specific unit during construction on their feeds and posts on social media. I have been very impressed with them.

[@jsummitt08]

I second this! Focus Cubed is the best IMO. I'm in the process of converting all of my enclosures to theirs and haven't been disappointed yet! They're even working on a special product for me by designing it from scratch!

[@99watefalls]

Would love to see some recommended product videos, as someone mainly on the fish side of KZbin I'm constantly seeing new products like filters and lights being reviewed and recommended or in the case of aquaclear filters to stay away from, granted reptiles have more specific needs for different habitats.

[@Phailozoo]

Hi Adam, love your video, we want to send you a 85Gallon tank just to surprise you!

[@SkylerB17]

i was probably gonna go with a Kages enclosure but after seeing this and discovering Custom Reptile Habitats i think im gonna go with them. i like the screen top and having the flexibility to place multiple fixtures of different sizes/types and not be constrained to only one or 2 circular holes, and i dont like the idea of having the light fixtures inside the enclosure.

[@CustomReptileHabitats]

Thanks Skyler 😃Most enclosures have external lights for several very good reasons 👍

[@sherrybrzeczka7966]

I thought Diamond was gonna have a "Wheee" moment there!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

hahaha!

[@ShinXyres]

Just in time for me to look for a leopard gecko enclosure! Thanks for the video. :)

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thanks for watching!

[@melsexotics]

Super useful video for me! I'm looking at what I can get or build to upgrade my monkey tail skink family. Have you made a video showing your setup completed yet? I'm going to go look for it now.

[@elisaacri8774]

I'm just here for Diamond 🥰🥰

[@KB-ql8cx]

My personal favorite is Toad Ranch. It has everything you like about Kages, but it looks like furniture. I have 3 of them, but they are pricey like Kages. Customer service is also fantastic.

[@stephanie22345]

I forgot to add something to my order, so I messaged toad ranch on Facebook. Had it added to the order within a day! I now have two of their cages

[@nogames8982]

I have two of the Zen enclosures and I like them. I have a corn snake in one and a children's Py thon in another. They can be a little bit of a pain to put together but they have come out with a new design that is much easier.

[@wrentuathadedanann6209]

Thoughts on apex enclosures especially with heat panel and plant led use?

[@paranoiarpincess]

Do you find your second hand enclosures on Kijiji? I've been trying to find one to save money when getting our BEL.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

yep, all of em

[@emariexotic]

The new Custom Reptile Habitats don’t have the middle thing! Mine doesn’t! I love them

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

that's awesome!

[@CustomReptileHabitats]

Thanks Emarie 🙂

[@mypetsandme9473]

I liked ”liked“ 18+18+24 inch Exo terra until my Crested gecko Smudge smashed her nose into the roof reinforcement bar corner and it took a chunk out of her nose. On crestie uk . So many people have said oh my crested gecko keeps hurting her nose on the mesh I said are you sure it’s the mesh ! I said try covering the reinforcement bar with a strip of craft foam like I did and since then , no crested gecko nose damage ! hope this helps for other crestie owners .

[@Loki_Morningstar666]

I have two of the Custom Reptile Habitats enclosures and I like them. They were also really easy to build. My only real complaint is that you need to buy a spacer/hood to be able to stack them because of the screen top.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

true but I do love them

[@BonkersForAnimal]

kages don't ship to Canada... except at your home I guess. They do look better than Zen

[@shawnspringstead]

Looking at Kages and it say they don't ship to canada. How did you get them?

[@L.V.exoticpets]

Uugghhh the exoterra screen lid is something I was concerned about when I saw how delicate it is I have my snake tank on a dresser against my stairs I had to put heavy duty chicken wire peoppe use for outdoor enclosures an put it onnthe 2x4s against my stairs so the cats cannot get to it

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

good call!

[@anthonyniemiec9409]

Me: *Uses 40gal glass aquariums* Also me: “Ah yes, this video of $300+ enclosures is extremely relevant to me” Me again: *Replays for the fifth time*

[@nogames8982]

Nothing wrong with using aquariums.

[@MrsVrba]

I can jump on board with that… I’d love to get a front opener for my leopard gecko, but why spend that kind of money when you can get excellent buys on glass tanks?

[@anthonyniemiec9409]

@@MrsVrba I made a vertical 40 for my red eyed tree frogs. You could do something similar. I boosted the tank up on furniture feet. Then I siliconed in acrylic to hold the water and substrate down low. Finally I used Velcro to hold on the screen lid. I could send photos for a tutorial if you want.

[@MrsVrba]

@@anthonyniemiec9409 Would love to see that! I have no skill of my own, but love watching other people’s DIY successes!

[@ItCantRainAllTheTime1988]

@@MrsVrba Use a conversion kit.

[@santosleeli]

How did you get your Kages enclosure to Canada? Their website says shipping within US only.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

they'll ship up here, just isn't free shipping. Shoot them an email.

[@felixh.9903]

Do u know any with dimensions of 180x90x135 (Rainbowboa) I couldnt find any with these dimensions

[@whiteviper1979]

MONSTER CAGES will make whatever size you need and or want with multiple options!!! Plexiglass doors that swing down or sliding glass doors, cage insert dividers, LED light strips, LED light cords, multiple LED light options, locking doors, etc! The cages are made out of polyurethane plastic that are thermo plastic-welded and preassembled and are available in white or black and are stackable as well! You can install whichever radiant heat panels you prefer yourself or have them installed for you!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

I hope to be invited back and have the opportunity to check out the newest product.

[@melindamcmahon9711]

Do they offer white? I don't see as an option. I have one in my cart, but holding back because I want white.

[@whiteviper1979]

Numerous companies make white reptile cages so buy from a different manufacturer!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

email them and they will set you up :)

[@freecarps495]

I’m here…… again!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thanks!!

[@Sam_falls_off_rocks]

what substrate would you recommend for dart frogs? love your content

[@Arvaamaton]

I just wished the PVC cages were more affordable. The materials are cheaper than glass, so the pricing doesn’t make sense.

[@whiteviper1979]

Polyurethane-plastic is not 🚫 cheap and unfortunately it's going too get more expensive!

[@Arvaamaton]

@@whiteviper1979 It’s cheaper than glass as I mentioned.

[@whiteviper1979]

@@Arvaamaton I suppose that depends on the brand, make, model, and size of the cage! It makes perfect sense as polyurethane and plastic are superior too glass aquarium's and or enclosures as they hold heat & humidity far better!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

the expanded boards these companies use are for sure not cheaper than glass

[@Arvaamaton]

@@WickensWickedReptiles Well, here they are 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@richs8448]

Custom Reptile Habitats has some of the best customer service I’ve encountered in any industry. They respond to pre-sale and post-sale questions very quickly, and when I was missing a piece from a purchase, they had it out to me very quickly. It was fantastic working with them, and the quality of the enclosure, base, and good are excellent.

[@CustomReptileHabitats]

Thanks Rich, we really appreciate your order and kind words :-)

[@McCuneWindandSolar]

The Custom Reptile Enclosures now make it with out the pillar in the middle.

[@donovanphillips4507]

Love what you do. Thank you so much!!

[@Captboxerella]

Yay!!!!! So glad you included Canadian pvc enclosures

[@paranoiarpincess]

Frickin LOVE the Uncle Roger character! ♡ hahaha. Fuyoh.

[@silverlady1118]

Really great video, love your honesty 👍 ☺

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Glad you enjoyed!!

[@floppyprops4472]

Do this again but like go herping enclosed review

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

hahah maybe one dayQ!

[@fisher7704]

What is that light fixture at 9:16? Where can I find that?

[@Viper57546]

I use zen only for the original 4x2x2 pvc the updated version, but if I was to get some animal that was peak of my collection I would invest in a more expensive and luxurious enclosure same for a giant enclosure like an ackie 6 foot enclosure. Zen is good in my opinion for its basic 120 gal I’ve had great experience

[@junglesoflustria158]

Fantastic video Adam! I wanted to ask you your opinion on housing Dart Frogs in one of the larger 4 ft PVC Cages Canada (the cheaper ones). We have one and house one of our Spotted Pythons in it, but keeping humidity in it is not the easiest. I do agree how easy it is to mar these... pretty flimsy but the price is right.

[@aeron3246]

Number 1: Plastic container. This is really best, cheap can easy be found in hundreds of sizes, easy to do normal ventilation, easy to hit with hit pads.

[@JustinRB92]

Be interested to hear your thoughts on Animal Plastics

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

if you have a whole lifetime to wait for shipping i hear they are good

[@JustinRB92]

@@WickensWickedReptiles 😂 I’m currently waiting 18-34 weeks so yeah, sounds about right

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

@@JustinRB92 this is why I don’t understand how they have any clients with so many competitors now. It’s been like this for 3 years, how is the wait time not fixed!?

[@gracecartwright7627]

Can you do an updated african fat tailed gecko care guide

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

for sure

[@gracecartwright7627]

@@WickensWickedReptiles thankyou sm👍

[@meta3584]

i just build my own enclosures out of good plywood and hard woods, then use epoxy-resin on the inside to make sure its waterproof, but i do also make the tops open and make a separate 6in hood for all the lights makes messing with the bulbs easyer

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

cool!

[@KALClFER]

I have a glass exoterra 3'x2x18" been amazing. Zero issues and was on discount for 150, was woried because of delivery but it was very well packaged. Looking at an upgrade 4x2x2 from toad ranch next.

[@RedsFaunaverse]

Great video! Regarding ZooMed and ExoTerra, Hagen is the parent company for ExoTerra and ZooMed represents itself with no parent company. I do believe they compete with one another as well. I like to use both brands depending on the individual product but overall I love ‘em both.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

ok so why do so many of my exo-terra enclosures have zoo med manufacturing stickers on them? Maybe they used to be together and one got bought out? I dunno, I've always wondered this? Thanks for watching :)

[@RedsFaunaverse]

@@WickensWickedReptiles I personally have not seen ZooMed manufacturing stickers on ExoTerra products I’ve seen/bought but they have never been affiliated with one another from what I’ve heard and read.

[@julimarie15]

Where do you buy second hand enclosures? I haven’t been able to find any

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Craigslist or Kijiji

[@Aerorepublic]

do you have any thoughts on dubia's enclosures? they are the ones i am considering bc they are so cheap

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

They are basically Zen enclosures but black

[@McNugget555]

I know this is kinda stupid but… I have a history of not cleaning out tanks and not doing anything to them but look at what’s inside… so recently I found a snail that has a beautiful shell in my nans garden which I have named Turbo and I’m going to try my best to actually look after him well, and hopefully this will convince my parents to let me have a larger pet such as a leopard gecko

[@aurieamoore5823]

Not related to pvc but.. what kind of humidifier is that in the background?

[@RabidDogEOCF]

repti zoo terrariums are cheaper and built much better than exo and zoo med terrariums

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

I'll check em out

[@nogames8982]

I have always liked to have the lights on top of my enclosures. I realize that most people don't but it's how I have always done it and plan to always continue to do it

[@CustomReptileHabitats]

Good choice! Actually, most enclosure have external lighting for all of the obvious reasons 🙂

[@ThatDankEditor]

My problem with trying to get my perfect snake habitat set up is my room is super cold and I still live with my parents meaning it won't be able to go anywhere else if any one has some tips of lights or tanks that heat/insulate well love to hear it!

[@bmk_is_a_nerd]

what reptiles would you recommend for a college dorm?

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

I did this exact video last week, enjoy!

[@jennytillery6408]

That's Diamond? I thought she was in the sky with Lucy? Hmm mm?

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

so throw your Diamonds in the Sky, we'll stay gold forever

[@quix66hiya22]

Check out Toad Ranch enclosures. They’re beautiful and look to be solid but a little less expensive than Kages. I’m waiting for mine now. Great review, it’s what I’d just been looking for.

[@ΝικοςΔεσποτακης-λ9κ]

Very good video!!! I make my own cages for my snakes from aluminum and plexiglass. Much cheaper and stronger than pvc and must lighter than glass.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Sounds great!

[@formergoat9257]

I just got an S.O.G. Plastics enclosure yesterday and it is a good PVC enclosure and the cheapest I've found ($200 for 4'x2'x12"). You might want to check them out.

[@Shastasnow]

I am weird because I use greenhouses because they are usually $40-$80 They take up space, but I feel my anoles and frilled lizard deserve the space. Babies get they tanks.

[@vanessavieux7283]

I love it have a a awesome day have a nice day have a nice day have a absolute wonderful day nice work wicked wickens reptile

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thank you!

[@Razgriz977]

I like my animal plastics enclosure. They're very good quality. The only issue...it took 7 months to get 😬

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

yea the lead time is insane!

[@nogames8982]

I have one of their 6 foot long enclosures and I do love it. But it took me five months to get it. I think that's basically their only drawback.

[@puptyler3382]

Same. Bought two of them and they are the nicest enclosures I own… tho I waited a year to get them XD

[@anthroterra7223]

Another Animal Plastics fan here :) I’ve ordered from them three times now and the lead time is worth it. They’ve also accommodated specific requests like higher substrate dam with no issues.

[@munkeyknuckle7502]

Wow Adam nice commercial

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

hahah thanks

[@BluesDeville]

I bought a PVC enclosure from Recoil Reptiles, and it is the tits. I came across them at a reptile show some years back, and told him (Alan) I needed a custom size to fit into a specific spot in my reptile room, and he said "no problem". So I called him up about a year later and he remembered our conversation at that show. He built exactly what I wanted with heat and lighting. The materials and construction are rock solid, the price was very good, and the customer service was second to none. I will buy their enclosures every time.

[@3Torts]

They look good if I could pick up in Oklahoma

[@BluesDeville]

@@3Torts You can absolutely pick it up if you're in Oklahoma.

[@3Torts]

Only about a 19 hr drive away🤕@@BluesDeville

[@The.Tattooed.Angler]

Hey Adam! My wife and I recently bought a house, which means for me I get to acquire my dream snake, an ATB. I’m wanting to give it the best life possible and am trying to do research into what would be a really good “and large” habitat for an Arboreal. Do you have any suggestions?? My price range is about $1,800 for the enclosure itself. Thank you very much in advance, sir 🫡

[@The.Tattooed.Angler]

Also I would like it to be bio active

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

try Custom Reptile Habitats

[@The.Tattooed.Angler]

@@WickensWickedReptiles thank you so very much!!!

[@jonathanyoungblood8676]

I got a 4×2×16in from animal plastics I ordered it in Aug of last yr and barely got the cage at the beginning of the month and that was with the over night shipping Blahaha . The glass was shattered and 1 panel was chunked up. They are replacing the damaged pieces and of course the glass being shattered wasn't their fault the material is amazing my only gripe is the wait time

[@kamikazeblades]

Do one of what reptile eggs don't need incubation

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

ok!

[@TehBuggy]

Very helpful reviews! I was happy to see a few Canadian companies, I see so many lists that are entirely American and then I check them out only to learn they don’t ship to Canada or shipping is a million dollars 😂 Thanks!

[@leo2o915]

question for the kages for a blue tongue skink do you really the side vents or good with the back vents ?

[@aprilbonenberger]

Can u do a video on black milk snakes pleeeeeezz

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

for sure!

[@aprilbonenberger]

@@WickensWickedReptiles awesome ty so much!

[@esmokebaby]

How hard would it be to have a ball enclosure on top or Below a bearded dragon and still keep the humidity required for both 🤔

[@ingeniouspixie]

Great info, thanks! I actually WON a new ExoTerra Dart frog enclosure. I'm SO stoked about getting it set up that I cant decide what creatures to put in it. 🤣

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

That is awesome!

[@derperderp9036]

Can someone please help me. I'm ordering a 4 by 2 by 2 from kages for an Indonesian blue tongue skink. How many lights should I get and what kind and watts. kages doesn't have an 800 number

[@PGflips]

PVC vivariums really aren't that common in the UK. I've only ever seen one for sale before

[@Bebebeas1]

Stop at 4:44 and you’ll absolutely know that he’s a reptile lover since he has reptile scratches all over his arm. Great stuff.