Pet snakes are not for everyone. They are wonderful animals and make low maintenance pets. Assuming you don’t get a venomous snake or a large constrictor, of course. They don’t need much care, much attention, much food, or much space. But if you want a pet that will be your best friend, will spend lots […]
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How Many Teeth Do Snakes Have?
Why don’t you just count them? That’s a joke. Please don’t try to count a snake’s teeth. Especially not a venomous snake. Many of the teeth are small and hidden inside the mouth. You would have to get very close and need a lot of time to count them all. Much better to just keep […]
Snake That Looks Like A Dragon (Everything You Need To Know)
It looks like something out of Games of Thrones. You probably saw a photo of it and were left wondering what exactly it is. That’s only natural. After all, it is a very unusual looking snake, with scales that are best described as hairy. Well, I have some disappointing news for you: it’s not a […]
Do Rattlesnakes Climb Trees? (And Can They Fall On You?)
Do you remember this story? In 2018, a man was kayaking on the Edisto river in South Carolina, when a rattlesnake fell out of a tree. It landed on his boat and bit him twice, before his friends captured it. Anyone who lives in an area with rattlesnakes had a new fear after reading that […]
Mexican Black Kingsnake Care: Everything You Need To Know
Are you considering the Mexican Black Kingsnake as a pet? It makes sense. It has a cool look, is highly adaptable and does well in captivity. Even better, it is not nocturnal. That makes it an entertaining pet to own, because it is active while you are awake. It is a great snake for beginners, […]
11 Most Beautiful Snakes In The World
When it comes to appearance, snakes are just like us. Many of them are plain-looking. And some are downright stunning. Maybe they have amazing patterns and colors. Or they have a defining physical trait that makes them stand out from the snake crowd. Before we get to that, let’s clear up a misconception. Bright, colorful […]
Do Snakes Have Taste Buds?
Snakes have tongues. Everybody knows that. A snake flicking its forked tongue as it hunts is a quintessential image from nature documentaries. And horror movies. But does that tongue function the same way ours does? It does not. Not even close. And it starts with the taste buds. Do Snakes Have Taste Buds? Snakes […]
Snake Musk — Why Do Snakes Stink?
What is that horrendous smell? If it’s stronger and more pungent than anything you’ve smelled on your snake before, it’s probably snake musk. And hopefully you didn’t get any on you. It’s impossible to get rid of and you’ll be smelling bad for a while. But what is snake musk and why did your snake […]
How Long Can A Snake Go Without Eating?
Snakes are amazing creatures. If we humans go without food for a while, it takes less than two weeks for starvation to set in. If we get enough water, we can survive for a month or more. Most of us would die before two months is up. Two weeks is nothing for a snake. They […]
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Why Is My Snake Not Eating? (And How To Fix It)
It’s worrying to see your snake without an appetite. You know that snakes can go a long time without food, but that doesn’t mean they should. Especially not YOUR snake. You want it to be happy in your home. Plus, not eating can put its health at risk. So let’s find out what can cause […]
Corn Snake Vs King Snake (Which Makes The Better Pet?)
Kingsnakes and corn snakes have a lot of similarities. They’re both docile, neither gets overly large and they’re easy to find. In short: both make excellent pets, especially for beginning owners. But they do have their differences. One is much better for beginners than the other. Their appearance can be similar, but usually differs enough […]
Fox Snake Vs Bull Snake (Which Makes The Better Pet?)
I doubt you’re trying to distinguish fox snakes from bull snakes by their appearance. You don’t need help with that. These two snake species look very different. They ‘re also different in behavior and temperament. In other words: they’re easy to tell apart in every way. But if you’re trying to decide which of these […]
Sunbeam Snake Care (Ultimate Guide For Beginners And General Info)
Sunbeam snakes are stunning, but you won’t get to see their beauty often. They only shimmer their rainbow colors in direct sunlight or under the right artificial lighting. But because they like to spend much of their time underground, they rarely show off their natural beauty. They also like to be left alone and they […]
Burmese Python: Pet Snake Or Bad Idea?
Most people should not own a Burmese python as a pet. They get very large (up to 20 feet long) and require a lot of time, space, money and patience to care for. Plus they live for over 20 years. Many owners end up abandoning their in the wild, because they can’t handle the responsibility. […]
Banana Ball Python (Snake Care Guide With Pictures)
Yellow snakes are so cool. And the Banana Ball Python is one of the coolest Not only do these Banana Snakes look amazing, but they are actually one of the easiest snakes to care for. The only real issue is their lifespan, which we’ll get into below. Apart from that, they’re non-venomous, docile and small. […]
Black Rat Snake Facts (Plus Care Guide For New Pet Owners)
I know it doesn’t have the most appealing name. But the black rat snake is actually very appealing. It makes a great pet, especially for people in North America and Europe. That’s because its natural habitat is North America, so you won’t have to alter the environment much in the enclosure to keep it comfortable. […]
Grass Snake Care (Ultimate Guide To Caring For Grass Snakes)
Grass snake care is not overly involved. Creating the right environment in the enclosure is easier than with many other snakes. They may be a bit pickier with their food, but most will happily eat thawed mice. If your snake was caught in the wild, you may have to train it first, which could mean […]
Do Ball Pythons Make Good Pets?
Are you a new snake owner? Then the ball python is an excellent choice. It is a small, docile snake that makes for a great pet. It does not take up much space and is not as sensitive to changes in its environment as some other species. It is also not aggressive and is harmless […]
Are Ringneck Snakes Poisonous?
The Ringneck snake looks like the perfect pet, right? I mean, that distinctive neck ring actually makes it look like it is already wearing a collar! If the snake did have a collar with an up-to-date identification tag, it would tell you that the ring-necked snake (Diadophis punctatus) is mildly venomous. It would also tell […]