hardwoods and softwoods

[josefg]

I know that ppl in this forum are pissed for seeing this question for the millionth time, but i am paranoid when it comes to my snake. So here comes the question:

Are all hardwoods safe when it comes to use them as branches in the enclosure?

Thanks (and sorry for bugging you! ;))

[Jeff_Favelle]

I would ONLY use hardwoods (aka deciduous trees) for branches. Conifers in any shape or form do not belong in a reptile cage.

[josefg]

Thanks Jeff

[Jeff_Favelle]

And don't use Black Walnut. (juglans ). I think its poisonous too. But its a very valuable tree as well, so I don't think you'd get away with cutting one down!!

Good luck. What are the climbing branches for?

[josefg]

A corn snake

[dilwann]

if you decide to use some soft wood for branches make sure you seal it with minwax polycrylic