2006-08-31 22:42:33 · 18 answers · asked by bobbydennis352005 2 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
For a first time owner,I would definetly recommend a corn snake.Just don't purchase one younger than a year old.Also,go to a reputable owner who can give the proper instructions-not a chain like petsmart/petco etc.They are totally clueless!!!!Plus you have to be ready to spend a good bit of money to set their habitat up properly and be willing to commit a fair amount of time to care and cleaning.
2006-09-01 03:47:16 · answer #1 · answered by countrygirl 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go for the corn snake or the ball python if you're a first timer, and do lots of research before you go to buy him and dont buy the snake and all the supplies at the same time, get the supplies and get the cage set up with the temperatures and humidity levels right so it'll be easier on the snake, and after you get the snake leave him alone in the cage a few days to adjust. also try getting the snake from a breeder rather than a pet store and if you do get it from a pet store try a local one , nothing like petco or petsmart.Good luck!
2006-09-01 14:57:14 · answer #2 · answered by psycho_sweetie_92 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hands down the Ball python. They are incredibly docile and easily tamed. They only get to be around 5 feet long, as aduls eat every 2 weeks, really beautiful. The ideal choice for a first time snake owner. They can get a little pricey though. I am kind of on the fence about a corn snake though, in my experience corn snakes are more avid biters, especially the chinese corn snake. Its basically just what is better for you.
2006-09-02 02:46:19 · answer #3 · answered by bobby h 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How far out do you love snakes? If it grows to over three metres long will you have the time and energy to ensure it has a comfortable habitat and regular food source. Are you able to commit DECADES into caring for one? (Also some snakes need help with swallowing their food head-first. Wild ones have been known to swallow food wrongly and die)
If so, you can start your options with size, colour or tempers. Small species boas are nice to start with, but some of them need specific temperature and BATHING. Yes, some need to be kept clean. Then there are others that are smaller and only mildly poisonous. These can be more colourful but have different tempers.
Personally I like albino boas, their colour and temperaments are adoring. Plus its easier to spot when they are off or unwell. I just urge you consider where you are getting the snake from and if it is endangered. Try to ensure it comes from a certified snake breeder. Many people abandon their snakes or get tired of them. I have seen some with distorted heads after banging their heads against metal cages because they have been trying to get out after being abandoned. Its heart-wrenching, even if its a cold-blooded creature.
2006-09-01 06:57:25 · answer #4 · answered by Rasco S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Something small and easy to care for. Corn snakes, king snakes, milk snakes, perhaps a ball python or a sand boa, red tailed boas are good if you are prepared to care for a medium to large sized snake.... Look around, see what's avaliable, and thoroughly research whatever strikes your interest. NEVER buy on a whim without knowing what you are getting yourself into.
2006-09-01 13:32:29 · answer #5 · answered by snake_girl85 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For a first time owner, I suggest a Ball Python or a Corn Snake.
Both stay fairly small compared to many many others in the pet trade, and overall tame and easy to handle.
2006-09-01 08:03:41 · answer #6 · answered by badger_n 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
honestly depends on what you like corn snkes ball pythons are good stay small and reletivly not aggressive as long as you take care of it. they also stay small. red tailed boas are awsome pets they are some of the best tempered snakes you can find but get rather large. kingsnakes are good but can have a temper as juvies. just stay away from strickly arboreal speceis green tree python, emerald tree boa, amazons, they all usually have bad attitudes they can be tamed down but only after alot of blood
2006-09-01 23:42:08 · answer #7 · answered by reptileking 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in my opinioan a corn snake but it depends on how much you love snake and if you are a beginer or have had snake before but if you are starting out a smal snake such as a corn or ribbon snake but if you want a large snake a burmese python but it also depends on how much care and time you are willing to invest in it corn snake are relativelly easy to take care of
2006-09-02 16:47:12 · answer #8 · answered by original satan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anagonda
2006-09-01 05:45:22 · answer #9 · answered by Devaraj A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you are a first timer, I would start with a ball python. They are easy to maintain . Make sure you do your research before getting one.
2006-09-01 15:07:19 · answer #10 · answered by d g 40 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋