NOTE: Never use sticky tape in an enclosure this is an accident waiting to happen. I recommend at least one hiding place per 45cm in length of the enclosure for an adult Milksnake. One thing you must consider when thinking about the size of the vivarium, is the bigger you go, the more hiding areas you must provide. This is excellent cover for any reptile and is 100% natural. Cork bark is available from almost any reptile pet shop in the UK, and can be ordered in if they do not have it in stock. There are many brands of fake plants and décor you can use which is both safe for the animal and pleasing to the eye. A hiding place can be anything from a large tupperware box with a hole cut out to a naturalistic piece of cork bark. If you decide to go for an extra large enclosure, you must provide plenty of cover and hiding areas. If anything has been picked up from outside, or has originally come from outside, such as cork bark, you should wash it thoroughly with a strong cleaning fluid. You must also make sure that everything used is parasite free. Make sure that whatever you decide to use, it is securely fixed and that no rocks, wood or anything heavy can fall and possibly injure, or even kill the snake. When choosing décor, think about the safety of the snake. First being extra cover for your snake and second, allowing for a more natural and pleasing appearance for yourself. Décorĭécor in your terrarium serves two purposes. Hygienic – Will the enclosure build up a lot of bacteria in small cavities? Is it easy to clean?īy following the steps above, you can have a suitable enclosure made from a variety of materials. Humidity – Will the enclosure last well in humid conditions? Is there enough ventilation? Heating – Is the enclosure able to regulate the temperature properly? Size – Will the enclosure be appropriately sized? Secure – Can the snake escape through any small hole or cavity? Safety – Can the snake or owner injure itself from the enclosure or any appliances held within? It is essential when thinking about what type of enclosure you use, you think about these 6 ‘SSSHHH’ factors: Aquariums can also be used for juvenile snakes, although a specialist lid should be bought or made rather than the original aquarium lid. Most commonly used is a melamine coated wood which covers all sides except the front, which has glass sliding doors. Snake enclosures can be made from a number of materials. I would not recommend giving an over-sized terrarium as a hatchling, but as your snake reaches adulthood you could comfortably offer a larger enclosure for your kingsnake providing there is plenty of hiding areas.

Unlike highly timid snakes such as Royal Pythons, Milk snakes will often fare well in larger enclosures. A larger terrarium also offers more interest to the snake’s life, and by adding branches and other natural products you will enhance the quality of life the snake has, and stop it from becoming lethargic and overweight.įor an adult Honduran Milk snake Snake, a terrarium 90cm Length x 45cm Width x 45cm Height is ample. If the snake likes it’s surroundings, it will have a better feeding response and generally grow quicker. A naturalistic setting will be more aesthetically pleasing to your eye and also aid in the general condition of the snake. When keeping any snake as a pet, you generally want to be able to view the snake from the outside of its enclosure in the most natural surroundings you can offer. Similar to King and Corn Snakes they reach a modest size approximately 4ft (1.2m). Similar to Californian Kingsnakes this behavious is quickly overcome by regular handling. They can make very good pets although not quite as popular as Corn Snakes or Royal Pythons for beginners as they will often “musk” on you if scared, and as hatchlings are much more likely to bite you if intimidated. The Honduran Milk Snake is the most popular species of the Milksnake family.

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