Hey, just wondering what kind of snake would be ideal pet for me.?

Question

I've never owned a snake before and was wondering if I could get a few ideas thrown at me. I live in Townsville, Australia. I'm getting the licenses needed and all of the legal stuff. So I'm just wondering about what specices would be suitable. I really only want a snake that does not grow to be very big. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Answer 1

hi i live in australia, Qld, noosa and these snake are legal here

ive got a baby costal carpet python but they can grow qite big. i love them and thay are a good patterns they can come in different colors. but they are not allowed to sell them in the pet store i got mine from a breeder these snakes are alot cheaper they are $150

one snake that you can get in pet stores are simspons child pythons thay dont get very big around 1.5 meters at the max they are qite der they cost 300 bucks

Answer 2

corn snake...

Answer 3

For a first time snake owner kingsnakes, cornsnakes, and milksnakes all make good pets.  A lot of pet shops will tell you that ball pythons make good first time snakes but they really don’t…ball pythons take specific humidity requirements and ball pythons can go on really long hunger strikes (like for a year) which by the end of it both snake and owner are stressed out.  kings, corns, and milks can tolerate handling and don’t need a whole lot of humidity.  And they are usually docile snakes.

Good luck!

Answer 4

KNOW!! A corn Snake is great they grow 32-42 inches and are easy to look after, they are cheap and really cute they hardly bite becasue they are constrictor snakes, but don't worry they only constirct things like mice and rats. they need to be feed hairless mice to start with then as they get older they start eating mice with hair, these are aviable at breeders and special pet shops that sell snake supplies. The snakes live from 15 to 20 years so be perparded for a nice long life with your snake. corn snakes do not have elaborate housing needs, but must be in an escape-proof enclosure. snake equipment in inexpensive!! Water is well just water hahaha. But like most reptiles they can go months without it... but always supply some!When choosing a snake, a captive bred specimen is the best choice and shouldn't be too difficult to find since corn snakes breed fairly readily in captivity. Look for a snake that is well fleshed with clear eyes, no cuts or scrapes, no signs of mites or ticks, a clean vent, and one that is alert and flicking its tongue. Picking a solid cage is a necessity for proper corn snake care. A 20 gallon long (i.e. longer, shallower version) makes a good sized cage for a corn snake. The most important part is to get a secure fitting lid that can be clamped down. Corn snakes will push at the lid with their noses looking for weaknesses so the fit of the lid is very important.

variety of materials can be used for substrate. Newspaper is the utilitarian choice - it is very easy to clean up, but the appearance in the cage leaves a little to be desired. Indoor/outdoor carpeting ("Astroturf") can be used, and if you cut two pieces you can rotate them by swapping the clean one for the dirty one at cleaning time, and thoroughly washing and drying the soiled one. Pine bark chips are another good choice - the chips soiled with f***s can simple be scooped out, and a thorough cleaning done as needed. Aspen shaving can be used in a similar manner, although it is probably a good idea to move the snake to a separate container for feeding so that the shavings are not inadvertently ingested. Sand, soil, corncob, pine shavings and cedar shavings are not good choices.

Hiding spots should be provided - a hide box (any closed in container like a cardboard box will do) should be provided that is just large enough for the snake to curl up in (if it is too large the snake will not feel as secure). Pieced of bark can also provide hiding spots if on a substrate that allows them to burrow under them. Ideally, a hiding place should be available in both the cooler and warmer ends of the enclosure. A branch should also be provided for climbing.

Water

A water dish will also be necessary, and the water should be kept meticulously clean. Snakes often defecate in their water, in which case it should be immediately cleaned. A heavy dish several inches in diameter makes a good water source. You may find you snake soaking in the dish, particularly before a shed.

Heating

Maintaining the cage at the correct temperature is vital to care of any reptile. A temperature gradient of about 70-85 F (21-29 C) should be maintained in the cage. Under tank heat pads or heat tape can be used, but place only under half the tank so there is a gradient from cooler to warmer. An overhead incandescent light can also be used to provide the heat gradient or as a supplemental basking spot. Corn snakes are from a temperate climate so they do not need tropical temperatures!

Lighting

There are no special light requirements for corn snakes.

Feeding

Corn snakes should be fed pre-killed mice or small rats (small rats are only suitable for larger corn snakes). Hatchlings are started out on pinkie mice for feedings and the size of the prey is increased as the snake grows. The prey item can be as wide or a little wider than the snakes head. Young growing snakes should be fed a couple of times a week, while adults need only be fed one appropriately sized prey item every week or 10 days.

It is not unusual for the appetite to decline around the time of a shed, so feeding frequency can be reduced if the appetite diminishes.

There i Hoped i helped heaps, i too want a snake so i previously have done alot of research!

Bye,

Answer 5

corn snake !!!!

i have a baby one and

a baby ball python and

a baby boa

so any info u need on any of those u can email me at

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i would recomend a corn snake for a starter becouse there easier to handle and care for and becouse their 2x the fun :p

so help i sorta kinda helped if u need to know the habitate diet stuff like that feel free to email me :p

Answer 6

Hey id go for a stimpsons python, they do grow, all animals like that do, but they are beautiful snakes

My partner has a stimpsons python and we live in perth, WA.

she is beautifull, really nice, id get a nice tame one if i were you so you can handle her/him.

Get a female as you can breed her as well,

make your money back on them

Answer 7

snakes grow. you cant stop that. i like corn snakes. there good size and really nice as babys. i am usually afraid of our snakes at my work and i love the corns. columbias get big but they can be sweethearts. boas are just fun. make sure you just want to have a snake. all grow. beware :)

Answer 8

Corn snakes eventually get bigger but they are very slow growers. The only drawback is that they can sometimes be very moody....mine is usually really sweet but can have her days where i have to cover the tank because she will strike at anything that moves by it.

It also depends on what kind of money you want to spend...and also how you plan on getting it. If you want to order it online you can pretty much get whatever kind you want, but if your getting it from a place you have to get whats available near you.

Ball pythons are popular pets and I have never been bit by one and im around them all the time considering that I work at a pet store.

I really like columbian pythons and usually see them at about 200 or so when I see them in shops. I also like sand boas, they are really cool. Here are some places online where you can order snakes....

http://www.moreptiles.com/

http://www.hognose.com/pages/available.h...

http://www.agriseek.com/sale/e/Farm-Anim...

http://www.reptilesncritters.com/snake_c...

http://www.reptilecity.com/Merchant2/mer...

kingsnake.com is a good site to go to as well if you would like to do some reading.

O and on another note...I have over 30 different reptiles of my own...if you change your mind about wanting a snake, tarantulas are really nice and low maintence pets.

I hope that this helped.

Answer 9

corn snakes stay relatively small and are a great beginner pet snake. the same thing goes for ball pythons, but they get a tad bit bigger. here are some sites to read up on both..

corn snakes

http://www.kingsnake.com/rockymountain/R...

ball pythons

http://www.kingsnake.com/ballpythonguide...

good luck!

Answer 10

EDIT : READ WHERE THE PERSON LIVES AND RESEARCH YOUR LAWS BEFORE YOU ALL SUGGEST SPECIES THAT ARE ILLEGAL.

In Australia we are restricted to keeping native species only, just for the people who don't know this.

If you only want a small snake, you have three choices. All of these usually have a very calm temperament, and have the same housing and heating requirements. Its really just up to you of what you like the look of more. The prices I have listed are if you buy from a private breeder, pet stores are dearer.

[ Childrens Python - antaresia childreni ] $150 - $200 AU

Average at about 3ft when fully grown. Patterns will fade dramatically as the python matures.

Normal :

- http://www.reedysreptiles.com/fullsize/f...

- http://www.vhs.com.au/assets/images/Chil...

[ Stimsons Python - antaresia stimsoni ] $250 - $400 AU

Also average about 3ft when fully grown. These animals tend to have the most bold markings throughout their lives depending on locality. Animals originating from Western Australia are often called the most beautiful of stimsons - often being patterned in very bright reds oranges and yellows. Northern Territory or South Australian animals are generally a brown / red with smaller blotching.

NT / SA locale :

-http://www.inlandreptile.com/galleries/f...

-http://www.premierpythons.com/pb/wp_8883...

Wheatbelt (WA) locale :

- http://www.snakeranch.com.au/images/stim...

- http://www.snakeranch.com.au/images/stim...

[ Spotted Python - antaresia maculosa ] $200 - $300

Get a tad larger than the others, some animals getting to about 4ft. They have larger, bolder patterns than the childrens which don't fade. There is the normal 'wild' type colouring to choose from or the more attractive in my opinion, 'blonde' phase animals.

Blonde :

- http://www.australianaddiction.com/MAC_M...

Normal :

- http://www.hiss-n-things.com/SnakesWe've...

Just a warning though, reptiles are very addictive, I can guarentee you will end up with more than one! =)