Snakes are amazing creatures.We humans have feared them, and been fascinated by them, throughout our entire history.You'd think, then, that we know everything there is to know about these creatures.But we don't. In fact, there are an incredible number of facts about snakes we don't know.The 14 snake facts presented below are obviously not unknown, or we would … [Read more...] about Facts About Snakes (14 Amazing Snake Facts You Won’t Believe)
How Do Snakes Mate? (Warning: You May Be Sorry You Asked!)
The sex life of snakes is fascinating.And complicated.It turns out that different species differ greatly in how their sex organs are shaped, in how they give birth and in how they care for their young (which is generally not at all).Perhaps the most fascinating aspect of all are the male hemipenes.We'll get into much more detail later, but here are some … [Read more...] about How Do Snakes Mate? (Warning: You May Be Sorry You Asked!)
Best Snake Bedding (Complete Substrate Buyer’s Guide)
You want your snake to be comfortable, right?Then you need to give it some good snake bedding.The good news is: they're not that picky. You can fill their enclosure with newspaper or paper towels and they will be happy.But there are better options than those two.Options that help regulate humidity and that allow your snake to burrow and to generally feel more … [Read more...] about Best Snake Bedding (Complete Substrate Buyer’s Guide)
Burmese Python: Pet Snake Or Bad Idea?
Most people should not own a Burmese python as a pet.They get very large (up to 20 feet long) and require a lot of time, space, money and patience to care for. Plus they live for over 20 years.Many owners end up abandoning their in the wild, because they can't handle the responsibility.For that reason, we encourage you to think long and hard about getting one. And … [Read more...] about Burmese Python: Pet Snake Or Bad Idea?
Snake Heating Pads (Best Reptile Heat Mats Reviewed)
Snakes are easy, but not that easy.Keeping your snake comfortable means more than just some comfortable bedding and a yummy mouse.One of the most important factors in your snake's health and comfort is the right temperature.And actually, they need several temperatures.That’s where these snake heating pads come in.Heating mats are designed to go below (or on … [Read more...] about Snake Heating Pads (Best Reptile Heat Mats Reviewed)
Snake Heat Lamps (Best Reptile Heating Lights Reviewed)
Snakes need heat.Because they are cold blooded, they need an external heat source to help them regulate body heat.In nature, they like to use the sun. In captivity, they don't generally have that option.That means you need to provide your pet snake with a hot spot in its enclosure.Snake heat lamps are a good way to accomplish this.But there are a lot of … [Read more...] about Snake Heat Lamps (Best Reptile Heating Lights Reviewed)
Banana Ball Python (Snake Care Guide With Pictures)
Yellow snakes are so cool.And the Banana Ball Python is one of the coolestNot only do these Banana Snakes look amazing, but they are actually one of the easiest snakes to care for. The only real issue is their lifespan, which we'll get into below.Apart from that, they're non-venomous, docile and small.That means they pose no danger to humans and they don't take … [Read more...] about Banana Ball Python (Snake Care Guide With Pictures)
Best Snake Enclosure (Reviews And Buyer’s Guide For Terrariums)
You know you want a pet snake. But where do you keep it?You can't just punch some holes in a shoe box, after all. (Seriously, if you were considering this: don't!)Do you need a super expensive specialty terrarium, then?No. Even the best snake enclosures won't break the bank.The most important thing to consider is the size. You need to give your snake enough … [Read more...] about Best Snake Enclosure (Reviews And Buyer’s Guide For Terrariums)
Snake Branches (Best Climbing Trees Reviewed & Buyer’s Guide)
Snakes love to climb.If you want your snake to feel comfortable and happy in its new home, you need to provide it with climbing opportunities.The best way to do that is to give it some snake branches.These come in many different shapes, sizes, styles and materials.But the one thing they all have in common is that they give your snake a chance to do what it loves … [Read more...] about Snake Branches (Best Climbing Trees Reviewed & Buyer’s Guide)
How To Lure A Snake Out Of Hiding (Best Way To Remove Snakes)
Snakes don't want to hurt us.They actually try to avoid humans at all costs. But don't tell their reputation.For time immemorial snakes have been portrayed as evil and deceptive. But in reality, nothing could be further from the truth.They have no desire to harm or deceive us. They don't care about us at all.But they play an integral role in the ecosystem and … [Read more...] about How To Lure A Snake Out Of Hiding (Best Way To Remove Snakes)