New Open-enclosure

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I wanted to have something in my apt that would not be permanent and would be a large natural looking enclosure for my panther without him having access to roam everywhere. This way I don't have to worry about him and still give him plenty of space but without the cage look and feel. I have been getting into bonsai lately which inspired the tray planting. It's still a work in progress because I want to add misters and proper drainage for the plants and some lights and possibly a faux rockwall for a background but so far I'm satisfied with how it's coming together. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1340058590.450429.jpg
 
looks awesome, but whats to keep him from up and wandering off? They do like to roam and explore.
 
Yeah I would think it would need an acrylic/glass fence bordering the edge of it that's taller than they can stand/reach up.
 
Thank y'all, it's kind of hard to see in the first picture but there's actually a little 12" wall that keeps him in. It's all slick enough to keep him from getting a grip ImageUploadedByTapatalk1340062428.436892.jpg
 
It's a few branches zip tied to the walls and each other, I had a faux 6' ficus in there for a while but I wanted something more natural and aesthetically pleasing than an office plant. Plus it keeps the humidity up better
 
Great idea, looks like it should work.
Just keep an eye on your cham, where there's a will there's a way.
 
That is such a good idea I wish I could do something like that in my house but my girl friend would kill me lol
 
Is your UVB too high? Looks like the Dome light is your heat source, but the UVB should be lowered.

As for looks. Totally chic and modern with a touch of oriental design. Good job!
 
really nice.

i would take the perlite soil out though. replace it with plain organic soil. you will be glad you did.
 
Looks amazing! I dont know if this has been answered but what is the material used for the black background?
 
Thanks for reminding me about the UVB It was set up higher for the faux focus I had in there and I forgot to move it down.

It is just 2 4x8 pieces of plywood that I cut a foot off of to make the front to walls, and sanded down smooth with a few coats of paint and clear. I wanted to build something large for him but on a budget so I figured this would work the best

He's almost gotten out once when I had a fern just a little too close to a wall. he climbed it and knocked it over in just the right way that he had a ladder to get out. Caught him trying though, so I know all too well of their ninja skills haha
 
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