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Old 02-09-15, 10:17 PM   #1
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Any better snake recommendations?

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I moved my BP into a new home which leaves his 24x24x12 pvc cage empty. I have since added a pro products rhp and replaced the zoo med stat with ranco stats, 1 controlling the UTH and another the RHP. Now I had planned to buy a childrens python because of there small size, python markings but more active corn snake like nature, kind a best of both worlds combo. But being new to herps and not knowing what's out there, I thought I would ask if anyone has any better suggestions on a snake that can live it's whole life in this cage and not be cramped. I bought a 48x24x16 cage for my BP because I felt he should have more space when he is bigger. I'm open to other ideas.
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I moved my BP into a new home which leaves his 24x24x12 pvc cage empty. I have since added a pro products rhp and replaced the zoo med stat with ranco stats, 1 controlling the UTH and another the RHP. Now I had planned to buy a childrens python because of there small size, python markings but more active corn snake like nature, kind a best of both worlds combo. But being new to herps and not knowing what's out there, I thought I would ask if anyone has any better suggestions on a snake that can live it's whole life in this cage and not be cramped. I bought a 48x24x16 cage for my BP because I felt he should have more space when he is bigger. I'm open to other ideas.
Smaller species would far better. Something like rosy boas or sand boas.
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Smaller species would far better. Something like rosy boas or sand boas.
The reason I chose childrens pythons is because they seem to be 2-2.5ft usually. Mushu is already 24" and he is 6 months old.
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The reason I chose childrens pythons is because they seem to be 2-2.5ft usually. Mushu is already 24" and he is 6 months old.
They are a larger antaresia species. I found they get closer to the 3 foot mark but that's not too much of a difference. Stay fairly slender.
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I'm open to any snake I can keep in this cage that a reptile newbie could keep.
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I'm open to any snake I can keep in this cage that a reptile newbie could keep.
As I said, rosy boas, sand boas. Smaller milksnakes like pueblans.
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Old 02-09-15, 10:28 PM   #7
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I'll look into those thanks, only done a quick read on the rosy boas but so far I like what I'm reading and seeing.
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One note of concern, if you buy too many common snakes too fast, you may tire of them. I try to buy things I don't see at every reptile show. While there's nothing wrong with the few species that have become ultra common and it's certainly great that they have, you can see them most anywhere, anytime you wish. I would urge you to consider all your options before making a final decision and spend some time reading about the full range of options available. I held off for a while on a few snakes I really wanted and just kept watching and waiting and over a period of a year or two my wish list changed a good bit. Even if you want a fairly common snake, it takes a while to find out who has the best examples you can get so it's still worthwhile to learn as many details as possible before purchasing.
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Re: Any better snake recommendations?

Perhaps a nice garter snake? Most are pretty affordable and still a bit unique and considered an 'odd ball' type to keep. For a bit more $ you can also find some really nice morphs.

My personal fave is the neon blue red sided californian garter.

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One note of concern, if you buy too many common snakes too fast, you may tire of them. I try to buy things I don't see at every reptile show. While there's nothing wrong with the few species that have become ultra common and it's certainly great that they have, you can see them most anywhere, anytime you wish. I would urge you to consider all your options before making a final decision and spend some time reading about the full range of options available. I held off for a while on a few snakes I really wanted and just kept watching and waiting and over a period of a year or two my wish list changed a good bit. Even if you want a fairly common snake, it takes a while to find out who has the best examples you can get so it's still worthwhile to learn as many details as possible before purchasing.
You make a valid point. I have the equipment needed just have to set up the temps. I chose to upgrade my bp for his health not to buy a second snake. But I have a lot more options available then I originally thought so a tank this size. I'll have to do a lot more research to narrow it down to one I really like. I'm happy with my choice in a BP his temperament is excellent and seems very relaxed with me.
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Moved to general discussion, was in field herping.
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Mex Black King, Pueblan Milk, Bull Snake, etc... Cant really go wrong with any Colubrid.
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Don't some of those get pretty long? Was trying to stick with smaller species so they don't feel cramped and I'm not wanting to upgrade them too lol it's a vicious circle I'm trying to avoid. Thanks for the help guys. I'll have to keep reading and find something special that really grabs me.
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One note of concern, if you buy too many common snakes too fast, you may tire of them. I try to buy things I don't see at every reptile show. While there's nothing wrong with the few species that have become ultra common and it's certainly great that they have, you can see them most anywhere, anytime you wish. I would urge you to consider all your options before making a final decision and spend some time reading about the full range of options available. I held off for a while on a few snakes I really wanted and just kept watching and waiting and over a period of a year or two my wish list changed a good bit. Even if you want a fairly common snake, it takes a while to find out who has the best examples you can get so it's still worthwhile to learn as many details as possible before purchasing.
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Since when are Children's pythons common?
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