With beautiful yellow markings, banana ball pythons are one of the most popular morphs. The first banana ball python was discovered in the wild, but they’ve been captive-bred since the early 2000s. Banana ball pythons … Read more
Rat snakes are one of the easiest snakes to care for as pets. They have docile temperaments, and typically don’t grow longer than 5 feet. They are great eaters, and don’t require extreme humidity or … Read more
By combining different types of genes, you can produce beautiful snake morphs such as bumblebee ball pythons. Also known as pastel spiders, they are bright yellow with black markings. The bumblebee ball python morph is … Read more
Breeding Kenyan sand boas is a complicated process, requiring a lot of planning and knowledge. It’s not as simple as putting two snakes together and hoping for a positive outcome. To breed Kenyan sand boas, … Read more
If your snake is pregnant (gravid) and ready to lay eggs, then it’s time to think ahead to incubation. Once the eggs are laid, they will need an appropriate environment to foster healthy development until … Read more
Originating from the tropical rainforests of Australia, the green tree python (Morelia viridis) has grown in popularity as pets in recent years. These snakes are known for their beautiful colors and feisty temperament. They can … Read more
Corn snakes are often recommended to first-time snake owners because of their docile demeanor. However, a corn snake that is not yet used to being handled can become aggressive. Fortunately, there are some effective strategies … Read more
The banana ball python is a medium-sized, gentle-natured snake. According to the Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery, ball pythons are known for their docile demeanor. These pythons are popular pets for beginners and experienced … Read more
Your snake’s tank should be kept clean and sterile. It’s hard to imagine that your snake’s living environment could get so dirty, but bacteria thrive in hot and humid environments. Unfortunately, an unclean enclosure could … Read more
Whether looking after baby garter snakes by intention or otherwise, you need to know how to proceed. This flighty genus of snake (Thamnophis) requires special care and attention. Raising garter snakes can be extremely rewarding, … Read more
To breed ball pythons, you need to get the necessary equipment. This includes an egg box, perlite or vermiculite substrate, and an incubator. To avoid health problems, make sure that your ball pythons are old … Read more
Before you get a rough green snake, it is essential that you learn what you need to know to take good care of it. They can live over 15 years in captivity, and you want … Read more
People have always had a fascination with keeping long, large-bodied snakes as pets. Reticulated pythons (Malayopython reticulatus) are the world’s longest snakes. The world’s longest retic in captivity, Medusa, holds the Guinness World Record for … Read more
Choosing your first snake is a big decision. You want to find a snake that is relatively easy to handle and take care of, but will also teach you skills that you can use to … Read more
Milk snakes, scientific name Lampropeltis triangulum, are part of a large family of Colubrid snakes, with more than 20 recognized subspecies. Each has bright, colorful scales that are banded like a coral snake. But unlike … Read more
Hognose snakes are a member of the Colubrid family. They are small compared to other pet snakes. The average adult is around 3 feet long. On average, hognose snakes weigh under 2 pounds. Males tend … Read more
Ball pythons are also known as “royal pythons.” Their scientific name is Python regius. They are so named because they have a habit of curling up into a tight ball when afraid. These snakes are … Read more
Lampropeltis getula californiae — the California kingsnake — makes a good beginner pet. They’re one of the most commonly-owned species of constrictor snakes and are well-liked for their friendly temperament. They’re also easy to look … Read more
Garter snakes are one of the easiest snakes to care for in captivity. Their calm temperament, small size, and harmless bite make them the ideal pet for any budding herpetologist. Garter snakes are cold-blooded (ectothermic), … Read more
Whether you’re an expert at caring for reptiles, or you’re a first-time snake owner looking for a new pet, a rosy boa snake makes a good addition to your household. You just need to know … Read more
Corn snakes (Pantherophis guttatus) are medium-sized, non-venomous constrictors. Corns are ideal beginner snakes due to their relaxed and easy-going temperament. It’s this that has made them one of the most popular pet snakes in America, … Read more
Grass snakes are found across Europe and Asia. They are a dark green or brown color all over. Their pattern includes a yellow collar around the neck and behind the head. The grass snake is … Read more
Owners and breeders recommend feeding rodents to snakes. Most snakes eat lots of mice and rats in the wild. But if you want to offer a more varied diet, there are pet snake food alternatives … Read more
Ball pythons are calm and friendly pet snakes. But that doesn’t mean they never hiss at and bite their owners. Sometimes, royal pythons can be feisty indeed. As a beginner, you may not know how … Read more
When you think of a boa constrictor, you might imagine a huge, terrifying predator that’ll squeeze you to death. Although they can grow quite large, boas are surprisingly docile. Boa constrictors make good pets. Boa … Read more
Flying with a snake domestically and internationally isn’t the same as it is flying with other types of pets. Airlines are prepared for dogs and cats, but there aren’t that many snake-friendly airlines. You can’t … Read more
Gopher snakes (Pituophis catenifer) can be very good pets for beginners. They’re constrictor snakes, so they don’t have venom glands. They’re not very aggressive and will only bite humans as a last resort. When cared … Read more
Mexican black kingsnakes (Lampropeltis getula nigrita) are a deep and shiny black color, with hints of chocolate. As juveniles, they may have small yellow spots on some of their scales. They may also have white … Read more
If you’re breeding corn snakes to sell for profit, they might only be with you for a few months. However, you must provide them with the living environment and conditions that allow them to thrive. … Read more
