Snakes are some of the most popular reptile pets and it’s not hard to see why!
The uniqueness of their slender bodies, the scales, and they way they eat by swallowing their meals is truly awesome!
There are over 3,000 snake species in the world! While many of them are not kept as pets, there are a vast variety that kept by hobbyists worldwide!
Some of the most popular pet snakes are ball pythons, corn snakes, king snakes, boa constrictors, reticulated pythons and milk snakes! (the list could go on and on!)
Many of these snakes will be discussed here; their care requirements, temperament, which species are great for beginners and which species might need to experienced hands of a veteran keeper in order to succeed.
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Snakes are one of my favorite reptiles (favorite animals in general) and I think they can make great pets for nearly everyone!
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Corn Snakes make great pets! They are generally docile, easy to care for, and have a long lifespan. However, it’s important to consider individual preferences, allergies, and ability to meet their specific care requirements before deciding if a corn snake is the right pet for you. Corn Snake Species Overview Corn snakes, scientifically known as … Read more
How Big Do Boa Constrictors Get? Boa Length and Weight Boa constrictors are one of the most popular ‘large’ snakes that are kept by hobbyists all over the world! Boas are unique in that quite often small to medium sized reptiles are recommended for beginner pets and small to medium sized snakes are no exception. … Read more
The Best Black Snakes To Keep As Pets The sleek and dominating look of an all-black dog, a “spooky” black cat, a big, creepy black spider; all-black animals definitely stand out and make you take notice! As predominantly a reptile keeper, the idea of keeping a badass looking black snake was definitely something I was … Read more
The Best White Snakes to Keep as Pets I’ve kept pet snakes and other reptiles for over 30 years and in that time I’ve been fortunate enough to have kept some of the most beautiful and unique snakes that I could find. But for many people, myself included, the allure of an all white snake … Read more
15 Snake Facts That Will Blow Your Mind! Are you thinking about getting a pet snake or are you looking for information about snakes but a couple of your questions are a little strange or make you feel embarrassed to ask them? Not to worry! Look no further than these 15 snake facts that will … Read more
Do Ball Pythons Climb? Arboreal vs Terrestrial Can ball pythons climb? Yes, ball pythons can climb but does that mean they are arboreal (or semi arboreal) snakes? No it does not. There is a distinct difference between having the ability to climb and with a species being arboreal (living in trees). Ball pythons are not … Read more
Why Do Snakes Yawn? Are They Tired, Hungry, or Stressed? I was watching my ball python this evening laying just outside its hide and all of a sudden she opened her mouth REALLY wide, slightly twisting her jaws, and then closed it again in one of the biggest “yawns” I’ve ever seen in my life! … Read more
Do Snakes Have Bones? Snake Skeleton and Anatomy Are snakes nothing more than bendy, twisty boneless gummy worms? Definitely not! Snakes have bones and lots of them! Snakes utilize their bones to capture and swallow prey, to move and escape danger, and even to swim! Snakes Are Vertebrates Vertebrates include all animals that possess a … Read more
Do Snakes Eat Rabbits? The Top 5 Snakes That Eat Rabbits There are a number of pet snakes that can and do consume rabbits. Large pythons such as Bermese and retics, etc can easily handle rabbits, as well as boa constrictors, anacondas and even large bullsnakes will eat them. Many snakes will greedily take baby … Read more
Pet Reptiles That Don’t Bite! Top 5 Tame and Trustworthy Reptiles So, with complete honesty any animal with a mouth can bite you. Period. However, there are reptiles that you would be hard pressed to get them to bite without extreme provocation. These are the Top 5 reptiles that don’t bite! Usually. Leopard Geckos Don’t … Read more
Are Pet Snakes Dangerous? Snakes Are Some of the Safest Pets! How to Be Sure That Your Pet Snake Isn’t Dangerous Fear of snakes is as old as time. Movies, television, and the news seem to have an affinity for making out snakes to be dangerous and almost evil creatures; even the Bible’s main protagonist … Read more
Comprehensive Blood Python Care Guide Bloods have an imposing and almost unbelievable size and girth. Their incredibly rich and vibrant colors along with one of the most striking heads of any snake are just some of the things that make blood pythons so popular! Blood pythons are best kept in 4 ft by 2 ft … Read more
The Best Pet Snakes for Beginners! Do snakes make good pets for beginners? You bet they do! Whenever someone mentions keeping a reptile as a pet, you can be sure that the majority of the time they’re referring to a snake. There is just nothing like them! Snakes make great pets. They’re unusual, interesting, don’t … Read more
Boa Constrictor Care Guide; BCC & BCI Let’s talk all about Boa constrictors; both the BCI (boa constrictor imperator) common boa or the true red tailed boa, the BCC (boa constrictor constrictor). Boas are one of the most popular large snakes kept as pets. In this care guide you’ll learn everything needed to set up, … Read more
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