Gopher snake exhibit

This display looks much more like some kind of questionable modern art installation than a decent zoo exhibit. Even if the snake's needs are indeed met here, I would still say it's less than idea. An at least somewhat naturalistic set-up would still probably be preferable.

Thanks for uploading these photos @Echobeast, but I'm very dubious this meets the inhabitant's needs. As an example, the transparent tube doesn't provide any privacy. I think it's telling that this animal is hidden to the fullest extent possible behind the only visual barrier in the photo. From a tactile and thermoregulatory perspective, I absolutely disagree that snakes can't tell the difference between this and more naturalistic surfaces. I'm also struggling to see how the design will positively change visitor perceptions of reptiles. Even the signage looks like it would deter a casual visitor. Whilst I applaud innovative herp displays, this exhibit seems unnecessary and unsuitable.

The thing that's holding the flower looks as if it could hurt the snake.

And the pebbles could easily be shifted around and may even get choked on by the snakes.