Enclosure Humidity

[buckminstertortoise]

I am having a hard time keeping the enclosure humid. I bought a humidifier but it only runs for 6 hours keeping the enclosure at 60-70% but when I come home after work it is at 40-50%. I am using Cyprus mulch. There is a dish of water. What else can I do? Will switching the substrate help? I covered the top with some plastic. Not suffocating though.

 

[Yvonne G]

You'll need to pour lots of water over the substrate then mix it in with your hand. Also, the plastic isn't a good enough cover. It doesn't keep the warm air in and the cooler air from the house out. Your humidity is escaping the plastic.

 

[buckminstertortoise]

You'll need to pour lots of water over the substrate then mix it in with your hand. Also, the plastic isn't a good enough cover. It doesn't keep the warm air in and the cooler air from the house out. Your humidity is escaping the plastic.

What is a better cover?

 

[Pure Tortoise Power]

What is a better cover?

I have been using aluminium foil and it has proven effective. It can also help maintain temps if your having trouble doing that as well.

 

[buckminstertortoise]

I have been using aluminium foil and it has proven effective. It can also help maintain temps if your having trouble doing that as well.

Oh great! I'll try that

 

[Darthmaulsmom]

What do you have under the cypress mulch? I have coconut fiber on the bottom topped with the Cypress mulch. Once a week I move some of the mulch and soak the cocnut fiber underneath then push the mulch back over. I also have this humidifier and I have to refill it every day and a half and it keeps my 4ftx3ft enclosure at a good humidity. Evergreen Pet Supplies Reptile Humidifier/Fogger - Large Tank - Ideal for a Variety of Reptiles/Amphibians/Herps - Compatible with All Terrariums and Enclosures https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CO9582Y/?tag=exoticpetnetw-20