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06-29-14, 06:47 AM
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First Kingsnake: looking for input.
Hey guys. It's been a while since I have been on here. I am picking up a young Mexican Black King this week and he will be my first kingsnake. I know the care sheet basics but wanted to know if anyone had some good information or some pointers on them. Specifically, I build all my own enclosures and want to know your thoughts on how much water to provide, how much height, etc. Space is not an issue and I am looking to build something that would allow me to view him in as natural a way as possible. Thanks guys.
Btw the "kings of the forum" thread is what finally pushed me to pull the trigger. You guys have some great looking MBK's
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06-29-14, 08:08 AM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
I give my cali kings a water dish big enough to coil up in.
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06-29-14, 08:21 AM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
I agree I love all the MBK's on there. The florida kings are neat as well.
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06-29-14, 09:13 AM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
Congrats on your new addition 
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06-29-14, 09:38 AM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
Congrats!! MBK's are awesome! I house mine in a Animal Plastics T10,48x24x15 in tall enclosure. Heated by Reptile Basics 40watt RHP. I keep the hot side around 86, 88 degrees. I use sani chips for substrate, and a large water dish. Post pics in the King's forum when you get the snake!! 
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06-29-14, 10:08 AM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
Great choice with the MBK. They're really beautiful snakes. My girl is a real sweetheart but a monster eater. I keep my kings in 40 gal tanks for now but upgrades are coming. I agree with Steve/Sharthun. A 4x2 is great for kings. I like the AP T10 or a 4x2x2. They don't need much height but mine seem to enjoy some climbing space. Best wishes and please post pics  .
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06-29-14, 10:36 AM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
Just waiting for Kyle to come in...
Congrats on the addition, as always make sure you post pics 
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06-29-14, 01:12 PM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
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Originally Posted by Kera
Just waiting for Kyle to come in...
Congrats on the addition, as always make sure you post pics |
Yep he's slacking Hannah! 
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06-29-14, 01:25 PM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
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Originally Posted by Kera
Just waiting for Kyle to come in...
Congrats on the addition, as always make sure you post pics |
He needs an MBK trademark.
Good choice with an MBK. Kings are great to keep. Can't wait for you to post pics.
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06-29-14, 01:44 PM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
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Originally Posted by virtuousvixen
He needs an MBK trademark.
Good choice with an MBK. Kings are great to keep. Can't wait for you to post pics.
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Great idea! Lol
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06-29-14, 02:00 PM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
Thanks for the responses guys. Kyle is ambit ' s keeper right? Ok so far it seems you guys would say a built in water aspect would be a waste, and that height would not be utilized enough to make the Hassel worth it? Do any of you guys offer different night and day temps with your kings? Anybody offer a varied diet?
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06-29-14, 02:07 PM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
i have a cali king and he loves climbing, so when i upgraded his enclosure i made sure i had one that had the extra height. He seems to enjoy climbing about on a regular basis. you may need to wait and see what your king likes and doesn't like. usually a bowl of water big enough that they can soak in will work fine.
I also have a day/night attached to my thermostat and it drops a couple of degrees at night. but i know a lot here will keep temps the same all the time round. So long as you are within ranges and keeping a proper gradient, i think it is just personal preference.
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06-29-14, 02:20 PM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
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Originally Posted by virtuousvixen
i have a cali king and he loves climbing, so when i upgraded his enclosure i made sure i had one that had the extra height. He seems to enjoy climbing about on a regular basis. you may need to wait and see what your king likes and doesn't like. usually a bowl of water big enough that they can soak in will work fine.
I also have a day/night attached to my thermostat and it drops a couple of degrees at night. but i know a lot here will keep temps the same all the time round. So long as you are within ranges and keeping a proper gradient, i think it is just personal preference.
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I don't drop my Temps at night, but if your thermostat has that option, it's fine for a small nighttime drop. My MBK doesn't seem to like to climb much. I put a good sized tree branch in her enclosure and she just went under it and around. Lol All snakes are different for sure. Just experiment and try different setups.
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06-29-14, 03:28 PM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
My kings do use their climbing branches, especially when they're hungry. I still don't think you'll need anything larger than a 4x2x2. I don't do a nighttime temp drop either. My kings have a decent sized water bowl but I've never seen them soaking. I used to feed my kings mice and rats but they're all on rats exclusively now. I got tired of having to feed multiple mice. I do want to get some quail as on occasional treat.
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06-30-14, 10:58 PM
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Re: First Kingsnake: looking for input.
juvenile or adult?
first and foremost i absolutely love my mbk. she is exciting. i have kept mine in room temperature in the winter and summer and so far so good as long as they have a hot spot. i keep my hotspot at 90 deg, a rubbermaid container with wet napkins for her moist hide, and 2 dog bowls cut with holes for her hot and cool hide. i am by no means a pro snake care taker but that set up has worked for me. she has always shed in one peice and has never rejected a meal since i got her. i keep her in a 10 gallon tank. she did escape once, so be sure there are absolutely no gaps, cracks, peeks where they can escape because they will do so. other than that good luck. this forum has been extremely helpful to me and i wouldnt hesitate to ask anyone on here for help. best of luck. post pics when u get a chance
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