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09-30-14, 02:38 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
Having a snake is something I've dreamed about for a long time, and today it became a reality.
I ordered my snake Saturday, he shipped out yesterday, and today at 12:01 I watched a FedEx truck pull down my street. I let out an admittedly very girl "EEP!" scream, and ran down my driveway, barefoot, to meet the truck.
Here is my "BHB Reptiles Unboxing" video. I'm hoping I embedded this right.
BHB Reptiles Unboxing - High White California King Snake - YouTube
And here's some pictures of him. He was scared and curled up into a little ball in my mom's hand. After that, he decided to go into offensive mode and has tried to bite me probably 5 times. I will consider that a good thing, it means he is feisty and LIVELY. I'm sure he'll calm down more once I can start handling him on a regular basis. He is now in his terrarium, he will be fed tonight(if he wants to eat) then left alone until his next feeding.
Now, he needs a name!
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09-30-14, 02:41 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
Wow Adri, he's gorgeous!! Great pick up!
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09-30-14, 02:51 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
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Originally Posted by EL-Ziggy
Wow Adri, he's gorgeous!! Great pick up!
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Thank you so much  I'm so in love, he's perfect. I can't wait to move him into his permanent enclosure. He should be moving in there on the 2nd.
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09-30-14, 02:51 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
Does it look like he's in good body condition? Or is he overweight/underweight? I was thinking he looks good but I'm just guessing...
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09-30-14, 02:53 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
He looks excellent. BHB produces high quality animals. Welcome to the Keepers of Kings Club . Now to think of a name for that handsome fella.
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09-30-14, 03:05 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
I like the name "King Tucker," but I need to think on it for a while...Whatever his name is, it will probably have the word King in front of it since he's a King Snake.  Suggestions are welcome!
I'm glad you think he looks good!! That's a relief
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09-30-14, 03:31 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
Sigh...here I am pondering some sort of boa for my third snake, but posts like these end up making me want another king instead. I love the high whites.
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09-30-14, 03:35 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
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Originally Posted by Obsidian_Dragon
Sigh...here I am pondering some sort of boa for my third snake, but posts like these end up making me want another king instead. I love the high whites.
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They sure are gorgeous. I think I got the last one that BHB had in stock, because when I checked the website on Monday it said they were out of High Whites. Glad I ordered when I did!! 
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09-30-14, 03:36 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
Okay, question time...what should I use to fill up the empty space in his permanent 35 gallon terrarium? I have a small branch that I will sand down, and wrap a fake vine around it...but that won't take up too much space. I need more stuff. Already planning on putting in a few rocks...but need fake, realistic-looking plants. Any ideas on where I can find them? Cheaper is better but I do want them to look realistic so I can't be TOO cheap 
Like I said before this will be a DISPLAY tank so I want it to look nice!!
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09-30-14, 04:02 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
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Really? That surprises me. I guess I shouldn't judge a book by its cover |
At first, it can seem like a male dominated hobby. I don't think that is the case, though.
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09-30-14, 04:04 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
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Originally Posted by BCollie
Having a snake is something I've dreamed about for a long time, and today it became a reality.
I ordered my snake Saturday, he shipped out yesterday, and today at 12:01 I watched a FedEx truck pull down my street. I let out an admittedly very girl "EEP!" scream, and ran down my driveway, barefoot, to meet the truck.
Here is my "BHB Reptiles Unboxing" video. I'm hoping I embedded this right.
BHB Reptiles Unboxing - High White California King Snake - YouTube
And here's some pictures of him. He was scared and curled up into a little ball in my mom's hand. After that, he decided to go into offensive mode and has tried to bite me probably 5 times. I will consider that a good thing, it means he is feisty and LIVELY. I'm sure he'll calm down more once I can start handling him on a regular basis. He is now in his terrarium, he will be fed tonight(if he wants to eat) then left alone until his next feeding.
Now, he needs a name! |
Really Nice, awesome pics! I agree with E-Z, BHB does produce some high quality animals. I bought my garter off of them and I just love her to death!
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09-30-14, 04:12 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
You have quite the handsome little guy. If you're looking for ways to fill the cage, your options are basically limitless. I like to add lots of branches, because to creates a lot of useable space for the snake. Personally, I don't bother doing anything to them. I just cut and place in the cage. If you prefer, or if the tree bleeds, you can let them dry.
A hide can be basically whatever you want. If you're using traditional substrate, like aspen, you can use also anything for a hide. Paper towel rolls and small boxes are really excellent hides, though. You can get fake plants from Walmart, the dollar store or almost any craft store.
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09-30-14, 04:25 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
Now that you've got your beautiful new king snake you should post pics in the KotF thread to make it official.
http://www.ssnakess.com/forums/lampr...ngs-forum.html
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09-30-14, 04:44 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
How do I know if a branch is safe to use or not? I had a branch that was in an aquarium for a LONG time. I just sanded it down so that it's not too rough...but is it safe? Because it was in an aquarium...it's been dry for at least a month though
Are there any kinds of tree branches that I should not use? Is Oak safe?
EZ I will do that when I get back on my computer!
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09-30-14, 06:19 PM
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Re: Some snake questions!
Beautiful King snake! Congrats!
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