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No, snakes are very dry skinned.
No, snakes are very dry skinned.
No. A snakes cannot be trained as they dont have the brain capacity to be trained like dogs do.
No. A snakes cannot be trained as they dont have the brain capacity to be trained like dogs do.
Yes, using a natural infrared they are able to "see" the heat that all living creatures give off.
Yes, using a natural infrared they are able to "see" the heat that all living creatures give off.
No! Snakes animals that do much, much better not having companionship living with them.
No! Snakes animals that do much, much better not having companionship living with them.
Yes, Each time their tongue flicks out they collecting tiny particles on it. When their tongue goes back into their mouths, the particles are sent to an organ which produces the smell..
Yes, Each time their tongue flicks out they collecting tiny particles on it. When their tongue goes back into their mouths, the particles are sent to an organ which produces the smell..
Snakes are one of the cleanest animals so they don't carry many disease. However, they do carry salmonella. Take proper precautions to wash your hands thoroughly before and after handling the snake.
Snakes are one of the cleanest animals so they don't carry many disease. However, they do carry salmonella. Take proper precautions to wash your hands thoroughly before and after handling the snake.
Usually every 5 to 7 days would be a good timescale. Anything less than 5 days could be regarded as overfeeding and anything over 7 days could be regarded as underfeeding it. Feeding it at the correct timescale will allow your snake to get the nutrients it requires and a healthy growth rate..
Usually every 5 to 7 days would be a good timescale. Anything less than 5 days could be regarded as overfeeding and anything over 7 days could be regarded as underfeeding it. Feeding it at the correct timescale will allow your snake to get the nutrients it requires and a healthy growth rate..
Shedding depends on the following:
Snakes Diet -The more it eats, the more it grows, the more it sheds
Snakes Age - The older it gets, the less frequently it will shed.
Shedding depends on the following:
Snakes Diet -The more it eats, the more it grows, the more it sheds
Snakes Age - The older it gets, the less frequently it will shed.
Everyone has their own opinion and it really comes down to personal preference. It would be best to research several snakes and choose one that has the traits you are interested in..
Everyone has their own opinion and it really comes down to personal preference. It would be best to research several snakes and choose one that has the traits you are interested in..
Some can and some cant. Reptiles have not been bred for being gentle, although some heavily captive bred species, like corn snakes, seem to be much more calmer than wild caught specimens.
Some species are more easy to get used to than others and other species wont be shy and may even eat from your hand but wont allow you to touch them. Other species will allow you to touch them in return for food. If you are buying a reptile and want it to be tame, consider buying an animal that is calm and friendly.
Some can and some cant. Reptiles have not been bred for being gentle, although some heavily captive bred species, like corn snakes, seem to be much more calmer than wild caught specimens.
Some species are more easy to get used to than others and other species wont be shy and may even eat from your hand but wont allow you to touch them. Other species will allow you to touch them in return for food. If you are buying a reptile and want it to be tame, consider buying an animal that is calm and friendly.
Males are generally larger and so will his head, he will grow a larger crest down his neck back and tail. The male is slightly larger, he will also grow a larger crest down his neck, back and tail.
Some turtles can live without water for many days. Some turtles don't even need a large amount of water. Water turtles can be out of water for a minute and then be put back in the water
The lifespan of a snake ranges according to various species, pythons can live for almost 25 years if held in captivity, however, in nature they could live longer. Wheras as other sankes my have a shorter lifespan in nature and longer if held in captivity.
Most reptiles dont. Although the best to to find out is to try it, in some cases they develop a taste for it and get very used to it. Turtles and tortoises like their belly scratched, will express their satisfaction.
You will know when your Reptile likes to be petted if it does the following:
1) Stays around for more if you stop
2) Does not try to avoid your touch
3) Goes to sleep in your arms
4) Does not hiss or bite
This will depend purely on the size and teeth of the animal. It will hurt and may even bleed. You should disinfect the wound immediatley, and stitch the wound up if needed or see a doctor. A snake tooth is usually removed when it bites. This is normal. If a snake tooth is embedded in your skin, treat it as you would a splinter. Dont worry about your Reptile having rabbies as it is impossible for reptiles to have this. Turtle bites are similar to small pinches whereas larger tortoises can have a good bite. Smaller children will feel this more painful as their hands are softer. When a turtle bites, they usually clamp tightly and take time to let go.
Gila Monsters (venomous and illegal)
Rattle Snakes (can be tame and gentle, but one bite is enough)
Any front-fanged venomous snake
Crocodiles and Alligators
Komodo Dragons
Horned toads
Males are generally larger and so will his head, he will grow a larger crest down his neck back and tail. The male is slightly larger, he will also grow a larger crest down his neck, back and tail.
Some turtles can live without water for many days. Some turtles don't even need a large amount of water. Water turtles can be out of water for a minute and then be put back in the water
Some turtles can live without water for many days. Some turtles don't even need a large amount of water. Water turtles can be out of water for a minute and then be put back in the water
The lifespan of a snake ranges according to various species, pythons can live for almost 25 years if held in captivity, however, in nature they could live longer. Wheras as other sankes my have a shorter lifespan in nature and longer if held in captivity.
Most reptiles dont. Although the best to to find out is to try it, in some cases they develop a taste for it and get very used to it. Turtles and tortoises like their belly scratched, will express their satisfaction.
You will know when your Reptile likes to be petted if it does the following:
1) Stays around for more if you stop
2) Does not try to avoid your touch
3) Goes to sleep in your arms
4) Does not hiss or bite
This will depend purely on the size and teeth of the animal. It will hurt and may even bleed. You should disinfect the wound immediatley, and stitch the wound up if needed or see a doctor. A snake tooth is usually removed when it bites. This is normal. If a snake tooth is embedded in your skin, treat it as you would a splinter. Dont worry about your Reptile having rabbies as it is impossible for reptiles to have this. Turtle bites are similar to small pinches whereas larger tortoises can have a good bite. Smaller children will feel this more painful as their hands are softer. When a turtle bites, they usually clamp tightly and take time to let go.
Gila Monsters (venomous and illegal)
Rattle Snakes (can be tame and gentle, but one bite is enough)
Any front-fanged venomous snake
Crocodiles and Alligators
Komodo Dragons
Horned toads
The lifespan of a snake ranges according to various species, pythons can live for almost 25 years if held in captivity, however, in nature they could live longer. Wheras as other sankes my have a shorter lifespan in nature and longer if held in captivity.
Most reptiles dont. Although the best to to find out is to try it, in some cases they develop a taste for it and get very used to it. Turtles and tortoises like their belly scratched, will express their satisfaction.
You will know when your Reptile likes to be petted if it does the following:
1) Stays around for more if you stop
2) Does not try to avoid your touch
3) Goes to sleep in your arms
4) Does not hiss or bite
This will depend purely on the size and teeth of the animal. It will hurt and may even bleed. You should disinfect the wound immediatley, and stitch the wound up if needed or see a doctor. A snake tooth is usually removed when it bites. This is normal. If a snake tooth is embedded in your skin, treat it as you would a splinter. Dont worry about your Reptile having rabbies as it is impossible for reptiles to have this. Turtle bites are similar to small pinches whereas larger tortoises can have a good bite. Smaller children will feel this more painful as their hands are softer. When a turtle bites, they usually clamp tightly and take time to let go.
This will depend purely on the size and teeth of the animal. It will hurt and may even bleed. You should disinfect the wound immediatley, and stitch the wound up if needed or see a doctor. A snake tooth is usually removed when it bites. This is normal. If a snake tooth is embedded in your skin, treat it as you would a splinter. Dont worry about your Reptile having rabbies as it is impossible for reptiles to have this. Turtle bites are similar to small pinches whereas larger tortoises can have a good bite. Smaller children will feel this more painful as their hands are softer. When a turtle bites, they usually clamp tightly and take time to let go.
Gila Monsters (venomous and illegal)
Rattle Snakes (can be tame and gentle, but one bite is enough)
Any front-fanged venomous snake
Crocodiles and Alligators
Komodo Dragons
Horned toads
Gila Monsters (venomous and illegal)
Rattle Snakes (can be tame and gentle, but one bite is enough)
Any front-fanged venomous snake
Crocodiles and Alligators
Komodo Dragons
Horned toads
