Info on Corn Snakes???

Discussion in 'Corns & Rat Snakes' started by Luthien, Nov 17, 2011.

  1. Luthien

    Luthien New Member

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    Hey everyone!

    Ok here's the deal, my boyfriend wants to get himself a corn snake. Problem is he's never owned a snake before in his life! So my question for you guys is NEED INPUT!!! :p

    Any info you can give me on owning and caring for a corn snake would be awesome!
     
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    I think that enclosure would be just fine = ) I've always liked the exo-terra's, that one will make for a spacious home for the snake even as an adult.

    We actually have a lovely little Corn Snake database on our site, I think many of your questions regarding basic care and information about the snakes can be found here. Very quick, basic reads with some good info:
    http://www.reptilerooms.com/index.php?categoryid=20

    These are cool snakes - very pretty, generally have very good feeding responses and take well to being handled and keeper mistakes. I'd say your boyfriends is making a good first snake choice in going with a corn snake.

    If you have any specific questions just let us know! We're here to help!
     
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  7. lizardgurl87

    lizardgurl87 HOTM Winner April

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    Well-I've been looking into getting a snake for a few months now and hopefully I'll have one by next year lol :) but, here are some good caresheets I've found in my searches:
    http://www.petsuppliesplus.com/AnimalCare/Reptiles/cornsnake.htm
    http://www.mypetsmart.com/care-guides/reptile/kingsnake-milksnake-corn-snake/setup-steps
    http://www.reptilechannel.com/care-sheets/corn-snake.aspx
    I also like to get Reptiles Magazine(http://www.reptilechannel.com/rmrc_portal.aspx) and I'll get care books(http://www.amazon.com/Corn-Snakes-Comprehensive-Herpetocultural-Library/dp/1882770706/ref=pd_sim_b_1) and I prefer the Herptocultural Library line :) They seem the most reliable to me-Hope I helped!
     
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  9. GCColubrids

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    Having lived in Florida my entire life and been herping for over thirty years I have encountered four digits worth of corn snakes easy. They are the best first/starter snake you can get. Many color varieties and morphs, great dispositions, medium size (4ft average) and a wiilingness to feed make them a perfect pet. I hope it worked out for you. Cornsnakes.com is a great site for corn owners. Kathy and Bill Love, Charles Pritzel and Don Soderberg post.
     
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  11. Luthien

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    Well we've got the whole set up now, he is still living with his parents (for about another 2 months) and his mom doesn't like snakes so he's going to wait till he moves out to get the snake itself. But I think we're all set up for it. :)
     
  12. lizardgurl87

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    Cool :) Good to hear! It's like a 20G, right? Or if it's bigger, it's better! lol :p Is he thinking about getting a morph?
     
  13. Luthien

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    Actually it's a 36 gallon reptile vivarium. Ya he's thinking either a black or a charcoal
     
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    cool :) sounds great!
     
  15. DaGiant

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    I have 51 Corn Snakes and the adults are in
    20L or 56Q Sterilite tubs.
    Black(Anery A) and Charcoal(Anery B) are cool
    and can vary in coloring and patterns for individuality.
    I personally love Bloodreds and Butters!
    Enjoy this addiction/hobby!
     

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