Humidity??

[Vicky.M.]

Hi guys
Just after a few points about humidity, I have had Norman 2 weeks now, ( he will be one in 3 days!) I'm enjoying having him so much and just want to make sure I'm doing everything right, I'm just concerned about the humidity during the day it sits t around 50-60 but when I check in the morning it's always around 80, i am using co co coir for the substrate and spray it twice a day, is this ok/ can I do anything different to make it better for the little guy!

 

[Vicky.M.]

Also does his shell look ok??

 

[Justin 15]

Not sure about the humidity question, but the shape of his shell looks fine.
You've got a little cutie there

 

[Vicky.M.]

Aww thanks x

 

[HermanniChris]

That's ok. Humidity needs to build overnight for this species and during the day it can be allowed to drop significantly. In nature they cram together in moist retreats and leave them in the morning. As long as water is always available it's fine. Shell looks good and you can add organic potting mix or shredded hardwood mulch (or cypress mulch) to the coco coir to help increase the moisture in it and also make it more natural for him.

 

[Vicky.M.]

Thank you! I shall look into that! I'm really enjoying learning about and caring for little Norm!