Corn snakes and ball pythons are the two most popular pet snakes. Two big reasons pet owners love corn snakes is their beauty and their docile nature. Another reason is that they do not grow overlay large. But they do reach maturity fairly soon in life. That obviously means a fast growth rate. How fast? Let's find out. How Fast Do Corn Snakes … [Read more...] about How Fast Do Corn Snakes Grow?
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Are Snakes Active At Night? (What You’ll Want To Know)
We've all seen the movies. The ones where someone is camping. They are sleeping peacefully outdoors, when a snake slithers across their body in the dark. If Hollywood is your source of information, you might think snakes are all active at night. And they only come out to stalk and attack you. But snake behavior is incredibly varied. Below, we'll get to the truth … [Read more...] about Are Snakes Active At Night? (What You’ll Want To Know)
Do Snakes Hibernate In Houses? (And How To Keep Them Out)
Imagine rooming with a snake. And probably not even knowing it! It's a common fear. And not an entirely unfounded one. I mean, we know that snakes enter a hibernation-like state to conserve resources in the winter. Because they are cold blooded, they need to hibernate in a location that is protected from the elements and warm enough that they don't freeze. Our … [Read more...] about Do Snakes Hibernate In Houses? (And How To Keep Them Out)
Can Snakes Bite Through Rubber Boots?
Some can, but most can't. Before we go into more detail, we need to consider your reason for asking this question. Do you like to work in your garden and you occasionally see garter snakes or rat snakes or other common species like that? Or do you often hike, or perhaps even work, in the wilderness in an area that is home to larger snakes, like rattlesnakes? No … [Read more...] about Can Snakes Bite Through Rubber Boots?
Are There Snakes In Japan? (This Might Surprise You)
I spent three years in Japan when I was younger and never once saw a snake. You never hear about snakes in Japan either. If asked, most people probably see Japan as an island without native snakes, similar to Hawaii. But the truth is very different. In fact, despite living there for 3 years, I was surprised by what I learned. I bet you will be … [Read more...] about Are There Snakes In Japan? (This Might Surprise You)
How Long Can Snakes Hold Their Breath?
Snakes are weird. Perhaps you've noticed your pet snake stops breathing for extended periods. Or you've see videos of sea snakes dive to depths well over 100 feet and spend over an hour underwater. Or you've seen a snake take an hour to swallow a large meal that completely obstructs its mouth. Do snakes even breathe at all? Well, they do breathe. But some snakes … [Read more...] about How Long Can Snakes Hold Their Breath?
Can You Defang A Snake? (And The Other Question You Need To Ask)
The answer is simple: yes. But it's not that easy. First of all, the defanging process is risky, both to the snake and the person removing the fangs. Second, the fangs often grow back anyway. But the real question is: if you feel the need to defang your snake, should you really have that snake as a pet in the first place? That's not meant to be judgmental. It's a … [Read more...] about Can You Defang A Snake? (And The Other Question You Need To Ask)
Corn Snake Vs Ball Python (Which Is The Better Pet For You?)
The corn snake and ball python are the two most popular pet snakes. It only makes sense to compare them directly. They have a lot of characteristics in common. Specifically, the characteristics that make them such great pets. But they also have a few distinct differences. These differences are important. They determine which of these snakes would make the better pet … [Read more...] about Corn Snake Vs Ball Python (Which Is The Better Pet For You?)
Do Baby Snakes Stay With Their Mother?
Snakes are not good parents. I think that is common knowledge. But the truth is: different species of snakes behave differently. While some mothers seem to forget they had babies the second the have them, others do stick around. At least for a bit. Part of this has to do with the very different ways that snakes give birth: some lay eggs, some give birth to live … [Read more...] about Do Baby Snakes Stay With Their Mother?
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 reading and learn all there is to know about serpent teeth, beginning with how many teeth … [Read more...] about How Many Teeth Do Snakes Have?