New PACMAN owner - few questions

[plasticfaye]

I wouldn't put an UTH over a background, like you said, no direct contact, so it won't provide heat. I'm also leery about a fire hazard.

Instead, I have my UTH on the side instead of the back, so you really don't notice it. It works best when you pile up the substrate against it, otherwise it doesn't really do anything for ambient temperature, but because pacs burrow, they'll use that spot when they want to.

What kind of moss are you looking for? Like to grow in a vivarium or just something for decor? I am a big online shopper and have some live moss and lichen for a viv from ebay, very cheep. I would get a pet-specific brand from PetSmart, Amazon, or LLLReptile.com if you just want decor, and not from Wal-Mart or a craft store (dyes).