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Corn snake vs ball python – Which pet snake is better for beginners?

corn snake vs ball python

Within recent years, there have been two types of snakes that have gained massive popularity in the pet world. These would be the corn snake and the ball python. Naturally, you may be considering acquiring one of these brilliant reptiles to add ...

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5 Best Pet Tortoise Types 2023

5 best pet tortoise types

Tortoises are a varied group of land dwelling reptiles known among pet keepers to make good companions. When properly cared for, various types of pet tortoise are quiet, adorable, low maintenance pets that don’t shed. However, that does ...

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How big do red tail boas get?

how big to red tail boas get

The Colombian red tail boa constrictor (or simply red tail boa), is a large, majestic South American reptile common in the US pet trade. If you are reading this, you’re likely curious about just how large red tail boas can get. With this ...

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When to Feed Corn Snakes Fuzzies

when to feed corn snakes fuzzies

For decades, corn snakes have been an exceedingly popular pet for both casual and advanced reptile keepers. Because of this, newcomers may have questions about feeding corn snakes. More specifically, they may have questions about when to feed ...

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How much is a corn snake?

how much is a corn snake

Corn snakes (also known as pantherophis guttatus) are a constrictor that inhabits the southeast US. While they are primarily arboreal in their search for food, preferring to feed on small rodents and lizards, they do occasionally explore other ...

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What does a corn snake look like?

what does a corn snake look like

If you have held any interest in owning or breeding corn snakes (also known as red rat snakes), you are not alone. These snakes are among some of the most commonly kept reptiles in the world. This is because they are known to have great ...

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How to Use a Heat Pad for Reptiles

how do use a heat pad for reptiles

If you’ve ever expressed interest in owning lizards, snakes, or any manner of scaly friend, chances are that you have questions on how to set up their enclosure. Specifically, you may be wondering how to use a heat pad for reptiles. After ...

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Are ball pythons good pets?

are ball pythons good pets

It’s difficult to find a snake that’s more commonly owned by reptile keepers rookie and veteran alike than the ball python. After all, they are a unique, beautiful animal that have earned the respect and admiration of many people. ...

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How much do red tail boas cost?

how much do red tail boas cost

Red tail boas (also commonly known as a Boa constrictor imperator) are a very common choice of reptile pet among snake fanciers new and veteran. Purchasing one and introducing it into your home can be an extremely exciting and rewarding ...

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How to Set Up a Ball Python Habitat

You did it! You took the first step in ball python ownership and decided that you actually want one. Now comes the exciting part. Figuring out how to set up a ball python habitat and acquiring the right materials. Navigating the world of reptile ...

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