2007-12-12 04:05:56 · 18 answers · asked by Grandma 1 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
Mambas are tree-dwellers, so you would want a securely-built tank that was about as tall as the snake is long, and about 1/2 the body length wide and deep as a minimum.
Install some good branches and hiding places- woven pet bird 'nests' are good if large enough.
Ensure the habitat is sealed tightly with small air holes and vents, well-sealed openings for electrical, etc. Mambas fit in small places.
Make sure the system can be padlocked and nothing 'flexes' or shifts when locked.
Consider a dual-gate entry system for food and water.
Keep the snake in a room that is itself as escape proof as possible so when it bites you during a care and you drop it, it cannot escape. A door with a window is a good idea so you can see if the snake is out.
Post emergency numbers on the cage, and on the room's door. Post information about the snake on the room's door as well to alert anyone coming into the house (like paramedics).
Make sure your insurance covers the snake, your own snake bites, and any problems you will get into if it bites a neighbor.
Make sure local laws permit the keeping of dangerous animals. Most communities will not and will destroy the snake if they discover it, and still fine or imprison you.
Make sure the local hospitals or zoos have Mamba antivenin in enough quantity and still fresh. Find out if it would be available to you in need and how much it is. If not available, talk to the doctor about what it would take to stock it for your needs. When you are over your sticker shock about the incredibly high price of anti-venin, sell your car to pay for it.
If you are going to keep dangerous animals DO IT RIGHT. Do not trust yourself or the systems to protect you- even experienced keepers get bit- especially by large, dangerous snakes like the Mamba. Do not put your family or neighbors at risk. Make sure you are covered and experienced.
No matter how dangerous you think this is, you are underestimating it. Juggling unstable nitroglyceryn is a safer hobby.
2007-12-12 04:41:08 · answer #1 · answered by Madkins007 7 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Depends on the mamba. I have a 50ft long black mamba and I keep it in an old bus shed. Its pretty calm but I still lock the doors. Right now mine is eating elephant pinkies and Rhinocerous hoppers if I can get them. So Im betting your mamba is the smaller variety. I suggest something escape proof that opens in the front. You can find a lot of awesome cages at www.animalplastics.com
Seriously though, you better have some experience with venomous snakes before you tackle a mamba. I would go ahead and say that you are pulling our legs and you really dont have a mamba at all. And if you do, and its your first venomous, good luck not gettin bitten. They are fast, slender snakes. I'd work with some aggressive non venomous snakes before even touching any venomous snakes. Then read up on proper protocol for cleaning the cage and feeding to minimize the risk of being bitten. Also find out if anywhere in your area handles the antivenin that will work with your snakes venom.
2007-12-12 05:50:15 · answer #2 · answered by Clint 2 · 3⤊ 2⤋
I'm sorry, but if you have to ask this question, then you are nowhere near qualified to own a Black Mamba. And i find it hard to believe that someone else would sell you one without checking your qualifications. They are obviously not a very reputable breeder/ dealer of reptiles or they wouldn't sell you one. Yes, i realize that not all states require a license to own venomous reptiles, but they should. In experienced Individuals should NOT be Allowed to own these animals EVER!!! Anything that can kill you with one bite should require a license, no matter where you live, unless its like Africa where they run wild.
2007-12-12 04:58:10 · answer #3 · answered by rstymtlhd 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Vision cages or neodesha cages (if you can find them) are pretty popular amongst hot keepers. You do have to modify the vision cages because there is a lip above the door a hot snake could hide, but its easily fixed with some expanding foam.
2007-12-12 08:19:28 · answer #4 · answered by kittenslayer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why have a Black Mamba in a cage,
have him for dinner.
2007-12-12 04:09:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
A standard wooden vivarium. I'd buy a big one and put a a small one inside so you can have a double security and use locks on both and alarm it somehow. You could maybe try having a two-tier with stairs that can be blocked so you can clean one side out without removing him. Keep the tank in an escape proof room that should be locked and alarmed also. If he escapes, call the police and your local animal welfare organization to ask them to help you find it and call your local hospital so they can have antivenin flown in in case anyone gets bitten.
Also, before buying, check laws regarding licensing. I don't know about other places, but in the UK you need a dangerous wild animal license.
2007-12-12 04:34:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
If you have a Black Mamba, then YOU should be put in a cage... in a straight-jacket... with padded walls.
2007-12-12 04:13:19 · answer #7 · answered by tuberk768 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
A large hermetically sealed cage in the middle of the African bush with no humans in a 20 mile radius at least. ARE YOU FREAKING NUTS!!!!!!?????? Or just plain suicidal or bent on killing people? That is the most insane question I have ever heard. I have been to reptile zoos that don't keep those monsters around. You are not Steve Irwin... and even he knew to leave the bloody thing alone.
2007-12-12 05:01:47 · answer #8 · answered by The Cat 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋
If you are asking this question, it does not sound like you are experienced enough for such an exotic pet. A cage is the most basic necessity for a reptile. Do some major research before taking such dangerous reptile into your home.
2007-12-12 04:54:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
your sreious?
a black mamba?
thats like insane
probably about 12 cages stacked inside the other just to stop it getting out lol
but if u search "vivarium" you will get more advanced results
2007-12-12 04:10:17 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋