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BPCU.S.
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I can answer any questions about selecting a new snake. Most questions about how to care for a particular snake, including diet and habitat. I can answer questions concerning breeding of most of the commmonly available snakes in US. And I can tackle genetics questions as well. | |
Kevin L. OgleU.S.
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I can answer almost any question regarding snake husbandry, feeding, general care, handling, etc. I have some experience with geckos and bearded dragons. I cannot answer questions regarding breeding or venomous reptiles. | |
PaulU.S.
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I can answer specific questions about colubrid snakes (kingsnakes, milksnakes, corn snakes, and Eastern Indigos). I can also answer general question regarding husbandry (feeding, shedding, housing) for most other types of snakes.
I am not an expert in boas or ball pythons so you might consider asking one of the other experts specific questions about these. **Be sure to read my past answers as you may find your answer there. I receive many of the same questions from different users.** |
Ahhh blood pythons.... OK, here's what I recommend. Get the temp in the cage up to AT LEAST 85F. 88-89 even better. And create a hide box with VERY WET spagnum moss in the bottom-standing water even
1. one key is to not let him get THAT BIG! Don't over feed him. Burms will eat, and eat, and eat, they will feed nearly everyday if you let them. Feed once per week and no more for the first year.
I'll assume you bought a baby. You feed them one prey item (mice or rats) that is as big around as they are (at the biggest point-not the neck)once per week. Caging should be similar to the arid regions
Hi Sadra, 1. Each snake is different, but I do not favor the super large pythons. Some have a bad disposition and a bite from a 10' or bigger snake can result in death. They are also hard to care for
Where are you buying the snake from? Will you be able to hold it BEFORE you buy it? I would recommend holding it. I'm confused as you know long the snake is, but you don't seem to know much else about

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