mamameg
Active Member
No. If your only going to build a 4x8ft enclosure you may aswell keep it low like a box so you don't have to heat a big area. I was thinking of a 8x10ft enclosure that you can walk into.
I'm now thinking you maybe better off with 2 enclosures. Build a 4x8ft indoor enclosure for winter, And build a 4x8 night box that is in a garden area for summer months.
Personally I would use a 8x10ft shed that you could grow tropical plants in. But that's me. I can't see a way of making it for less £1000. Also in the winter you will be able to sit in there watching your tort, and no doubt you'll want more in the future. Our weather is so unpredictable, with my tort house it doesn't matter.
Your tort is only small. You have months/years to build something big. Plan for it and do it correctly. No rush job
Thanks for your advice. A tropical greenhouse does sound fun and needed! How long do you think I have with her in my 40 gallon? I have been on the look out for used 100 gallons as well.