Pegboard
Type
Physical & Structural
Animals
Great for snakes! Can also be used as a perch for birds & bats. Good climbing structure for small climbing animals.
Exploration
Movement
Behaviors
Climbing
Why We Like It
This is an excellent climbing structure to add to a snake's environment. The pegboard can be leaned up against a wall, allowing your animal to make use of the vertical space in his/her environment. This structure can be made to look natural, too.
Materials
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Pegboard (sized to fit enclosure)
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Wooden dowels to fit in pegs
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Hammer
How to Make It
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Thoroughly clean the pegboard and the pegs
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Optional to make enrichment appear natural--stain/paint the pegboard to blend in with the enclosure. Let dry
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Use a hammer to pound each peg into desired holes
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Lean up against enclosure wall, or use bolts to secure to wall for heavier/more agile animals
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