Hello everyone! I am new to the snake trade! I have recently gotten enough money to afford a snake of my own, but the trouble is, which one should I get? I've managed to narrow it down to four different snakes, but I'm having some trouble deciding between them.
It would be helpful if I could get some replies before Thursday. Why? Well, a friend of mine is getting rid of a 55 gal tank, and he needs to know if I can take it or not. That's another thing I'm curious about. Is it worth the trouble to get a 55 gal fish tank and pay money to fit the escape proof lid on it? Just curious
I've read up on each individual species, and from careful examination, I've come to the conclusion that only a Rat Snake would fit into that tank, since it seem a little too big for a Corn and a Ball, and a Hog would probably be stressed the max out in something that big. I do realize that with the proper decorations and accessories, the tank could become a Ball/Corn's best friend, but I'm afraid a tank that big would stress out a little Hoggy.
Especially if I get him as a baby.
I'm also wondering if a baby Ball would be healthy in a 5 gallon for a few months. I've read that Corns and Hogs would do well in a 5 gallon, but nowhere have I read that Balls would be okay in their for 6 to 4 months.
FWI, this tank I have Is a fish tank, so I would need to fit a mesh top on it as well.
Now for what I want in a snake. I want an energetic snake that is fun to be around, and doesn't mind being handled every other day to once or twice a week. I am open to other snake suggestions as well, and lizard suggestions are welcome, too!
My tank sizes are 55 and 5. The simple question is: Which snake has a friendly personality, is energetic(As much as snakes can be, anyway), and can live in 5 gallon as a baby, 55 gallon as an adult.
Please note I am open to suggestions, and no, I am not the kind of person who won't buy a snake just because it doesn't fit in the cage I have. I am just trying to be resourceful with what I have.
Plus, I couldn't just pass up a 55 gallon. But if most of you suggest Hoggies I will reply to my friend that I don't need the tank and buy a 10/15/20 gal instead.
Also, the tank is flatter than it is tall, so I'm wondering if it would be okay for a Black Rat snake, which is aboreal.
Anyway, sorry for all the words, I got carried away XD
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