Vertical Conversion of “Zilla Critter Keeper” for tree frogs

[flybyferns]

I have re-done the front door!
Two reasons:
1) The screen area I left open was too large and too low on the door.
As it turns out, I was having a little trouble maintaining the humidity.
I could have left it and simply sprayed the enclosure more often, but after investing in the Mist King, I decided to change it.
2) I could not bear to continue look the the screen that covered the entire door on the outside.
I removed the screen entirely from the door except for the vent area.
Now, viewing the enclosure is much more enjoyable.

So, I was brave and CUT the screen and re-frame the entire top!

Happy now !!!!

[flybyferns]

Photo update:
Humidity and temp settings are perfect this am!
Changing the location of the screen opening made all the difference.

[Kristen]

Oh wow this whole thread is pretty amazing! Nice work.
And when you get your Xanthics, make sure to take HEAPS of pictures

[flybyferns]

Oh wow this whole thread is pretty amazing! Nice work.
And when you get your Xanthics, make sure to take HEAPS of pictures

Kristen,
Thanks!
I'm keeping my fingers crossed regarding the Xanthics!
An xanthic will be housed in my other enclosure w/the other red eyes ( A. callidryas )
It will be awhile. I promise pictures !!!!!
Lynn

[NatureLady]

Wonderful post on your conversion! Thanks for posting the link on where you got the planters! I am doing my research and plan on doing my first custom viv soon. Love that you can clean the glass and still have a natural looking background!!!!

[flybyferns]

Wonderful post on your conversion! Thanks for posting the link on where you got the planters! I am doing my research and plan on doing my first custom viv soon. Love that you can clean the glass and still have a natural looking background!!!!

Hi Amanda,
Thank You !
I love the planters. PetTech has some great products.
They are especially nice for me as I really enjoy having/caring for the 'plants' as well.
As mentioned I have used silicone to adhere them to the glass.
They are more sturdy that way, they began to get a little heavy as the plants grew.
(I have done the same for both enclosures)
It is easy to rotate the plants for cleaning and plant/ enclosure maintenance.

Thanks for looking ! : excitement:
Lynn

[flybyferns]

A little up-date,
You're never done !!!

This is the product I used ( on the exterior) to seal those annoying little cracks.
Worked like a charm.