Snakes are long and thin, with their mouth being the only apparent opening. So how do snakes lay eggs? Well, it's not through their mouths. They actually do have a another opening, which they use to urinate, defecate and for sexual reproduction. The females also use this opening to lay eggs. But only some females. Not all species have eggs. And some actually have … [Read more...] about How Do Snakes Lay Eggs? (Amazing Facts That Will Blow Your Mind)
How To Breed Snakes (Everything You Need For Successful Mating)
Want to try your hand at breeding? Most snake owners eventually decide they'd like to give it a go, whether they want to keep the young for themselves, or sell them and make some extra money. Learning how to breed snakes is not hard. In fact, many times all it takes is putting a male and female snake of the same species together in an enclosure. But in other cases, you … [Read more...] about How To Breed Snakes (Everything You Need For Successful Mating)
Snake In Gravid – How To Tell If Your Snake Is Pregnant
The best way to confirm pregnancy in snakes would be to take them to your local pet store. Most pet stores that specialize in snakes will do a quick scan that will confirm the pregnancy. But how would you know to take your snake to the vet for a pregnancy check in the first place? What do you look for? I'll give you a hint. It's not just a fatter snake. Here is a … [Read more...] about Snake In Gravid – How To Tell If Your Snake Is Pregnant
Snow Corn Snake—Complete Care Guide Every New Owner Needs
Pets like dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, hamster, etc make wonderful companions. And so do snakes, especially the snow corn snake. Many will still disagree, but more and more people are discovering what awesome creatures they are. But getting a pet is not something to take lightly. Even low-maintenance pets require basic care to ensure their well-being. Do not get … [Read more...] about Snow Corn Snake—Complete Care Guide Every New Owner Needs
Black Rat Snake Facts (Plus Care Guide For New Pet Owners)
I know it doesn't have the most appealing name. But the black rat snake is actually very appealing. It makes a great pet, especially for people in North America and Europe. That's because its natural habitat is North America, so you won't have to alter the environment much in the enclosure to keep it comfortable. It is also a docile snake with a mild temperament. And … [Read more...] about Black Rat Snake Facts (Plus Care Guide For New Pet Owners)
How Do Snakes Poop? (All Snake Owners Must See This Now!)
Snakes poop differently. Well, differently from us anyway. They digest food the same way we do. But how do snakes poop? They poop like birds! That means the poop and pee out of the same opening, which is called the cloaca. It is located at the base of the snake’s tail. Since snakes excrete both solid and liquid waste from the same place, their poop can look a … [Read more...] about How Do Snakes Poop? (All Snake Owners Must See This Now!)
Egg Eater Snake Care (Everything You Need To Know)
Many snakes eat eggs as part of their regular diet, in addition to anything they can find, from insects to fully grown rats. However, the African egg-eater and the Indian egg-eater snake species only eat eggs. If you don't like the idea of feeding rodents to snakes, the egg-eating snake may be the pet for you. They are not as easy to find as some other snakes, but they … [Read more...] about Egg Eater Snake Care (Everything You Need To Know)
Anaconda As A Pet: Complete Guide To Keeping An Anaconda
Don't believe the hype. If you've never considered the Anaconda as a pet, because of movies like Anaconda, it's time to reconsider. Even the largest real-world anacondas don't get as large as the monsters that hunt humans in Hollywood's version of the world. And there are plenty varieties that stay relatively small. That said the anaconda is still the largest snake … [Read more...] about Anaconda As A Pet: Complete Guide To Keeping An Anaconda
Grass Snake Care (Ultimate Guide To Caring For Grass Snakes)
Grass snake care is not overly involved. Creating the right environment in the enclosure is easier than with many other snakes. They may be a bit pickier with their food, but most will happily eat thawed mice. If your snake was caught in the wild, you may have to train it first. That could mean you have to feed it live prey for a while. Apart from that, grass … [Read more...] about Grass Snake Care (Ultimate Guide To Caring For Grass Snakes)
Anaconda Facts (10 Amazing Facts About Anaconda Snakes)
Let's just get this out of the way. Have you seen the movie Anaconda? It's fiction. Here's your first anaconda fact: while they are giants, these snakes are not the man-eating monsters Hollywood would have you believe. In the movie, a documentary film crew journeys deep into the Amazon rainforest in search of Shirishama Indians, when they encounter a giant snake … [Read more...] about Anaconda Facts (10 Amazing Facts About Anaconda Snakes)