Researchers at Oxford University report that tens of thousands of people around the world are killed or injured by snakes every year. It’s no wonder that some people are so nervous around snakes. While not … Read more
Snakes have no limbs, which will make you wonder how they manage to move around when the need arises. Snakes move in a variety of ways, and some snakes move surprisingly quickly. So, how does … Read more
Many species of snakes eat eggs, as part of their natural diet. You may wonder if snakes eat their own eggs, too. Although it’s uncommon, this has been known to happen, especially in captivity. Snakes … Read more
Prairie rattlesnakes and gopher snakes are often confused. While gopher snakes are harmless and timid, rattlesnakes are venomous and aggressive. You need to know how to tell gopher snakes and rattlesnakes apart. Rattlesnakes have slit-like … Read more
Snakes have beautiful colors and are fascinating creatures to watch, but they’re definitely not the right type of pet for everyone. Snakes, such as ball pythons and corn snakes, do make good beginner pets, but … Read more
If you’re interested in breeding pet snakes, or you live in an area populated by wild snakes, you might be interested in how many eggs snakes lay per clutch. Most snake species lay eggs, although … Read more
After mating with a male, you’re looking for signs that your ball python is gravid. Being gravid means that your ball python is carrying fertile eggs, that will eventually hatch into babies. A gravid ball … Read more
The egg-eating snake survives on a diet consisting of small bird eggs. It is the nearest that you’ll get to a vegetarian pet snake. If you dislike the idea of feeding your snake a diet … Read more
Not all snakes are at the top of the food chain. A surprisingly large number of animals, such as hawks, eagles and honey badgers, hunt snakes as their food source. Even some species of snake, … Read more
You’ll be familiar with the hissing sound that snakes make. All snakes can hiss, though it may be a quieter sound in smaller snakes. It’s a trait shared by wild, captive, venomous, and non-venomous snakes … Read more
If you live in a colder country that has wild snakes, you’ve probably noticed that there are fewer snakes around in the colder months. Snakes seem to vanish before returning when it’s warmer. Snakes brumate. … Read more
Snakes have adapted to harsh, inhospitable environments across the globe. You’ll find them in grasslands, rocky mountain habitats, deserts, rainforests, and the ocean. There are only a few places that snakes don’t live. Snakes adapt … Read more
Snakes are a unique kind of pet, so having one makes you stand out from typical dog or cat owners. However, when owning a pet, some of the appeal comes from teaching them cool tricks, … Read more
Across the globe, there are quite a few countries that don’t have snakes. And they have one thing in common: they’re islands. Aside from that, some far-flung parts of continents are too cold for snakes … Read more
Serpents are a well-known symbol, but they can mean different things to everyone. Somebody who keeps a snake as a pet will have different ideas of what snakes ‘mean’ to people who don’t. And somebody … Read more
Many pet snakes exhibit tunneling behavior that mimics their tendency to burrow in the wild. Wild ball pythons don’t dig burrows, but pet ball pythons often burrow through their substrate. Some pet ball pythons burrow … Read more
Few people own snakes compared to other types of pets. By far the most important thing to know is whether it’s legal to own a snake and whether you need a license for snake ownership. … Read more
Snakes, such as the ball python and corn snake, are docile and low-maintenance pets. However, parents shy away from letting their children have one as many moms and dads are afraid of snakes. Humans are … Read more
You want to learn everything that you can about your pet snake. One thing that’s a little more difficult to figure out is exactly how old a snake is. The two ways to age a … Read more
Snakes can be oviparous, viviparous, and ovoviviparous. This means that some snakes give birth to baby snakes, while others keep eggs inside their bodies or lay eggs in clutches. Approximately 70% of snakes are oviparous, … Read more
Milk snakes are oviparous. This means their young are hatched from eggs outside of the mother’s body. If you want to breed milk snakes, you’ll need to know when they lay their eggs, how long … Read more
If you want an exotic pet, reptiles are a good choice. The main two that people prefer are snakes and lizards. There are differences between them, which may affect how you feel about each type … Read more
Housing milk snakes (Lampropeltis triangulum) together can help you to save money on resources and make the most of any available space. However, most experienced keepers believe that milk snakes should be housed separately from … Read more
Ball pythons (Python regius) are skilled ambush predators. However, they don’t rely on their eyesight to hunt prey. Ball pythons have relatively poor vision, but their other senses more than compensate for it. Ball pythons … Read more
Corn snakes are popular pet snakes due to their beautiful patterns, calm temperament, and ease of care. They’re often found in corn fields where rats and other small mammals come to feed. Although corns are … Read more
If you’re confused about the difference between pythons and boa constrictors, you’re not alone. Boas and pythons look really similar, so similar in fact, that they are often misidentified. Want to know how you can … Read more
A snake makes an ideal pet for some families. They do not need walks in the rain and can be left home alone for several days at a time. They are typically healthy, robust, and … Read more
Copperhead snakes (Agkistrodon contortrix) are moderately-sized, ranging from 36 to 48 inches and weighing around ½ to ¾ of a pound. Copperheads have a copper-red head, a triangular-shaped head, and an hourglass pattern along the … Read more
The average cost of pet snakes varies based on the species and scarcity of the morph that you intend to buy. You’ll also have to factor in the price of snake equipment, not to mention … Read more
Milk snakes and kingsnakes are non-venomous snakes found throughout America. They are closely related, belonging to the same genus. As they’re harmless to humans, kingsnakes and milk snakes are also kept as pets. The term … Read more
Blood pythons are bigger around the middle, for their size, compared to almost any other species of snake of their length. Even healthy specimens tend to look very overweight. These snakes eat infrequently compared to … Read more
Blood pythons (Python curtus or Python brongersmai) are snake species from southeast Asia. They are beautiful to look at. They are known especially for their blood-red color, which is what initially drew people to own … Read more
Wondering whether snakes have bones? A lot of people are surprised by the answer. The fact is snakes do have bones and lots of them. Every species of snake has bones, but snakes don’t have … Read more
Snakes are excellent climbers. Their ability to climb trees and rocks helps them survive in the wild. But this talent also means that snakes can climb walls, and other man-made structures. Snakes can climb brick … Read more
Tropical islands, like Hawaii, are typically home to many different snake species. Often, these species of snake are highly venomous and dangerous. However, that’s not the case here. There are no snake species native to … Read more
If you plan on exploring the great outdoors (walking, hiking or camping), you should expect to find highly venomous snakes. The U.S. is home to the rattlesnake, which is one of the world’s deadliest snake … Read more
Coral snakes are carnivorous (obligate carnivores) by nature. These venomous, deadly snakes have a varied palate, seeking sustenance by hunting for smaller prey that lives and wanders through the undergrowth. They use venom, rather than … Read more
Most snakes spend their days hiding out, avoiding predators and over-exposure to the sun’s rays. Even venomous and dangerous snakes, such as the copperhead, are no exception to this rule. Copperhead snakes like to camouflage … Read more
Rattlesnakes are one of America’s most dangerous snakes, bite more people than any other snake, and are responsible for the most deaths. So, it’s absolutely crucial that you find out when are rattlesnakes are most … Read more
Baby garter snakes are tiny. When they’re newly born, they may be only 6 inches long, and no thicker than a pencil. They are notoriously fussy eaters, so getting them to eat food can be … Read more
