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  • How to Catch Snakes

    Snakes are very interesting animals. They are relatively easy to catch too! Here are a few tips to snatch yourself a snake.

  • Life Cycle of the Brown Water Snake

    The brown water snake undergoes the same life cycle stages as all other water snakes, along with most garter snakes. Brown water snakes are primarily found in bodies of water in Texas, Iowa and...

  • How to Make a Bottle Trap for a Snake

    Having a pet snake can be fun and exciting. It is best for you and your snake to make sure its cage is secure and he cannot find his way out. If your snake does find a way to escape, however,...

  • How to Identify a Cotton Mouth or Water Moccasin Snake

    The Water Moccasin or Cotton Mouth snake is one of the most venomous pit vipers found mainly in the south eastern part of the United States. This article will explain how to identify this awesome...

  • How to Get Rid of Mites on Snakes

    Mites are small parasites that feed on the blood of a host animal. You may notice that your snake has a mite infestation if you see small black dots (though they can also be red or orange) moving...

  • How to Catch a Snake in Your Yard

    In the words of Indiana Jones: "Why'd it have to be snakes?" There's nothing worse for me than discovering a snake in the garden. Perhaps it's the sliminess or just not knowing whether...

  • Boa Constrictor Identification

    Boa constrictors primarily live in rainforest clearings and range from Central to South America. They are large, carnivorous snakes with distinctive patterns on their heads and bodies.

  • Cobra Vs. Rattlesnake

    Both cobras and rattlesnakes are dangerous and efficient predators. Both snakes can deliver fatal bites to humans, but they have different types of venom. Although the snakes are similar in the...

  • How to Save the Endangered Boa Constrictor Species

    Boa constrictors are a thick-bodied snake that can weigh more than 100 pounds. Types of boa constrictor include Colombian, red-tail and albino. A loss of habitat and poor care by people keeping...

  • Western Diamondback Rattlesnake Habitat

    Snakes have a notorious negative connotation attached to their existence as a sign of evil. This may cause you to shy away from learning important facts about their habitat and environmental...

  • Venomous Reptile Laws

    Each of the 50 states enforce particular regulations for the ownership, handling and disposition of venomous reptiles, such as some snakes and lizards. Some species, such as endangered ones, may...

  • Homemade Snake Cages

    Snakes are one of the most widely kept reptiles. Being reptiles, they're fragile by nature, but not picky when it comes to housing. Snake cages don't have to be an expensive endeavor. With a...

  • Black Spitting Cobra Habitat

    The Spitting Cobra is a jet black snake famous for its spitting fangs that eject venom into the eyes of its victim. The Black Spitting Cobra family includes three different snakes: the...

  • How to Catch a Snake by Yourself

    We’ve all seen the animal shows where they catch the snakes; and now you’re wondering how they do it. Before you ask the question “how do you catch a snake?”, you should first ask yourself if you...

  • The Best Food for a Snake

    In the wild, snakes eat a variety of animals, including frogs, small birds and other mammals. But captive snakes eat mostly mice and rats. What and how much to feed your snake depends on its age,...

  • Information on Red Diamondback Rattlesnake

    The red diamond rattlesnake, also known as the red diamondback, is a large, venomous snake that lives in an area ranging from Southern California to the southern tip of the Baja California...

  • Facts About Reptiles

    According to petplace.com, reptiles have existed on Earth for over 300 million years, after first evolving during the during the Upper Carboniferous period. Since that time, over 8,000 types of...

  • How to Pick Up and Hold a Snake

    First of all, one must consider that the age-old saying and motto of many that, “The only good snake is a dead snake,” is simply not true! Many snakes are indispensable to the Earth’s...

  • How to Save Money Keeping a Ball Python

    Caring for a Ball Python is an easy and inexpensive hobby. My ball is 14 years old and I bought her as a baby (about a month old). Balls are great pets since they only grow to about four and one...

  • Types of Boas

    Boa constrictors are very large, carnivorous snakes that slowly suffocate their prey before swallowing them whole. These snakes can grow as long as 13 feet. It's because of their mild temperament...

  • How to Take Care of Your Ball Python

    If you are considering or have a ball python.This article shows you every thing you need to know about your ball python and how to take care of the ball python.

  • Python Snake Information

    Pythons are a type of non-venomous snake found in Asia, Australia, and sub-Saharan Africa. One of the largest species of snake, pythons are most well-known for the way they kill their prey- by...

  • Best Ways to Kill Mice

    If your pet snake loves eating mice for dinner but does not care to eat them alive, then you may find yourself in the uncomfortable position of having to kill mice yourself. There must be a...

  • How to Catch The Florida Muck Monster

    Learn how to catch the "Muck Monster" supposedly seen in West Palm Beach, Florida lagoon. Shows what will draw the "monster" in and how to capture it.

  • How to Get a Rough Green Snake to Eat

    The rough green snake, Opheodrys aestivus, is typically known for its pleasant temperament, but this trait can vary between individuals. Most domesticated snakes are usually sweet and enjoy being...

  • Ways to Kill Mites on Snakes

    Snake mites, ophionyssus natricis, are quick spreading, species-specific parasites that feed off the blood of living snakes. They are vectors for several blood borne pathogens, and can be deadly...

  • Ideas for Snake Cages

    Many varieties of snakes can be kept as pets and each species has particular needs. Aesthetics are secondary to proper care. As long as the snake's needs are put first, the sky is the limit when...

  • The Best Way to Heat a Snake Cage

    Snakes are cold-blooded animals and therefore are unable to regulate body temperature. Instead, they rely on the ambient temperature of the environment. As such, it is important for snake owners...

  • How to Help Your Pet Snake Shed His Skin

    If your snake is having difficulty shedding his skin, or is retaining part of his skin, this article will give you ways to help him out.

  • Treatments for Mites on Snakes

    Owning a pet snake requires much more care than many people may realize. There is a lot to learn about the habitat requirements, dietary needs and especially the proper health care of your pet...

  • How to Measure a Snakes Length

    Learn the easiest way to measure a snakes length or diameter. This method is simple and easy, involving a piece of string or rope with small diameter but longer than the snake being measured.

  • How to Feed Your Corn Snake The Right Way

    Have you just purchased a corn snake and now don't know how to feed it? This article will show you how. Corn snakes are very docile reptiles which make them popular pet snakes. Their name comes...

  • California King Snake's Habitat

    The California King Snake, called "king" because it eats other snakes, is an American constrictor with alternating bands of black and cream, reddish-brown and cream and red and cream scale color.

  • Homemade Decorations for a Snake Cage

    Small snakes can be comfortable living in a large aquarium, as long as you provide the amount and type of decorations that will make the snake feel at home. The tank decorations also are the...

  • Snake Cage Construction Tips

    Snakes are intriguing pets and excellent escape artists. Their cages must not only be secure to prevent escape, but able to contain the proper atmosphere including warmth, moisture and humidity...

  • How to Care For A California Kingsnake (Lampropeltis getula californiae)

    The California Kingsnake is an excellent choice for a first pet snake. Reaching only about 4 feet in length they are easy to handle and feed. This article will give you the basic information...

  • How to Care For A Burmese Python (Python molurus bivittatus)

    Burmese Pythons are large constrictors from Indonesia and Malaysia. Popular for their large size and gentle disposition these snakes are common in the pet trade. While a Burmese Python can make a...

  • How to Care For A Blood Python (Python brongersmai)

    The Blood Python is a heavy bodied snake from Indonesia. Growing to lengths of 6 feet or more and weighing in at 30 lbs. an adult Blood Python can make a breathtaking pet. With the right knowledge...

  • How to Care For A Ball Python (Python regius)

    The Ball Python is a medium sized snake usually reaching 3 to 5 feet in length. Their personable demeanor and easy care make them very popular pet snakes. This combined with the many different...

  • How to Care For An African Rock Python (Python Sebae)

    The African Rock Python is a large heavy bodied constrictor found throughout Africa. Although this species is known to grow up to 20' and weight 200 lbs, males average 12' and females around 16'....

  • How to Prepare a Home for a Pet Corn Snake

    For pet owners who would like to own a snake, a pet Corn Snake is a good choice. They are docile, are not picky eaters, and come in an array of beautiful colors. Corn snakes don't need costly...

  • How to Preserve a Shed Snake Skin

    Snakes shed their skins regularly, the frequency of which depends on the species and age of the snake. The main reason snakes shed is because they outgrow their old skin. Unlike humans, a snake's...

  • How to Take Care of Reptiles as Pets

    Reptiles as pets? I know, it is very interesting. However, I would like to share a few things with you as you seek to take care of your reptilian pet.

  • How to Use Spotlights in Snake Cages

    If you have snakes as pets, then you know how important it is when you are setting up snake cages. You have to make sure that your snake has plenty of space and a heat source. Since snakes are...

  • How to care for a California King snake and other King snakes

    California King snakes are beautiful and relatively easy to care for. They are one of the most docile of pets to keep, and are uniquely beautiful with dramatic colors of black and white. Some...

  • Boa Constrictors Information

    The boa constrictor is a reptile common enough to be identified by most but not common enough to be fully understood. There are many different types of boas from different regions. While these...

  • How to Kill Mice for Snake Food

    Snakes may seem to be the ultimate predator, but if a live mouse is placed in with a snake--supposedly as food for the snake--the mouse might actually harm the snake, inflicting bites that scar or...

  • What Is the Life Cycle of a Snake?

    A snake goes through many transition stages in their life cycle, such as hatching from an egg, reaching sexual maturity and growing old. Learn how a neonate snake matures into an adult snake in...

  • What Is the Phylum of a Snake?

    A phylum is a classification system that scientist use to describe the animal kingdom, and a snake's phylum is classified under Chordata, subphylum Vertebrata, class Reptilia, order Squamata and...

  • When Do Snake Eggs Hatch?

    Snake eggs hatch at different times depending on their species; however, most snake eggs incubate for about 60 days. Identify snake eggs by their leathery, soft texture with the help of this free...

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