http://forums.kingsnake.com/forum.php?catid=75 Kingsnakes (snakes of the genus Lampropeltis) are new world colubrid snakes inhabiting North and Central America, encompass a wide variety of sizes and color variations and are often referred to in literature as natures "living jewels" because of their sometimes strikingly beautiful coloration.Found in a variety of habitats, kingsnakes are often actively collected by hobbyists for study and captive breeding and in some regions their collection is a popular activity, though often regulated.Kingsnakes use constriction to kill their prey and tend to be opportunistic when it comes to their diet; they will eat other snakes (ophiophagy), including venomous snakes, lizards, rodents, birds and eggs, as well as their siblings and littermates. The "king" in their name (as with the king cobra) references their taste for other snakes. In captivity kingsnakes normally take pre-killed rodents.Because of their relatively easy care requirements and their bright coloration, Kingsnakes were one of the first commercially available captive bred reptiles. Many of the pioneer reptile breeders got their start working with kingsnakes in the 1970's and 80's. Most sub-species of kingsnakes are available today as captive bred specimens, with many locality and genetic color morphs.Books: Kingsnakes & Milksnakes Markel : Common Kingsnakes Perlowin : California Kingsnakes Hunziker : Kingsnakes & Milk Snakes Smith : Kingsnakes & Milk Snakes Black : Alterna Merker : Zonata Mulks/Merker http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2116063,2116063 I've had my Ruthveni Albino kingsnake for about 15 years. A couple years ago he started with some small things that weren't bad, but were strange. It started with him not turning his head to the right. It's like it was always kinked to the left. Then he started slithering in circles, eventually in l... http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2116050,2116050 Hi all, I am a neophyte ophiophile. In simpler terms, I bought my first snake a week ago: a spendid Grey-banded Kingsnake (Lampropeltis alterna). Most of my questions have been answered on the Internet. However, I have been unable to find any information about the age at which this snake reac... http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2115946,2115946 So I am wanting to get a Cali King or Mexican King in the near future, and I have some questions 1. I am looking at the Animal Plastics T8 cage, it is 60 gal, would this be too big or just fine for an adult Kingsnake? I am planning on getting a yearling, so would dividing the tank in 2 (2 30 gal. s... http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2115945,2115945 So I am wanting to get a Cali King or Mexican King in the near future, and I have some questions 1. I am looking at the Animal Plastics T8 cage, it is 60 gal, would this be too big or just fine for an adult Kingsnake? I am planning on getting a yearling, so would dividing the tank in 2 (2 30 gal. s... http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2115859,2115859 For my first attempt at breeding my WC Cal kings, the eggs hatched today,(I'm a first time snake dad), and I need to know how long I can keep them in the same container before risking cannibalization. Also they are so small, I don't see how they could eat the frozen pinkies I feed my other small ... http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2115793,2115793 My snake room is 86F. Is that too hot for a scarlet? http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2115447,2115447 Hi all, i am new here and just purchased my first king snake. It came from a big box store labeled as assorted king snake. I have been looking through pic after pic, but have only seen this pattern in one species and wondered what you guys think it is. Hope I posted the link right. http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2115399,2115399 Hi all I have a VE 6 Rack with Underbelly heat. I have a couple of questions that I hope someone can answer. I have Kings, King Milk Morphs & King Corn Morphs at this time. What temp should I set the thermostat at? Should I drill some holes (or solder) for ventilation sake or is the default... http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2115364,2115364 Are we ever going to get the forum going again? -----John Lassiter Poor planning and procrastination on your part does not constitute an emergency on my part... http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2114987,2114987 what kind of snake i have? http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2114563,2114563 Is anyone have tried giving cannabis to their pets for Medical purposes? I have read many articles about medical cannabis and Cannabis oil can be used to treat seizures, nausea, stress, anxiety, arthritis, back pain, symptoms of cancer, and gastrointestinal issues, among other health conditions in d... http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2114363,2114363 I'm new to the snake world and have a five month old PUeblan Milk snake. Emma is active, eats on schedule and seems to be in very good health. What I'm trying to find out is should I use a night heat lamp and a day lamp. Started out using a heat pad at night but have started using the night light fo... http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2114250,2114250 Hey got this guy and was told he qas an albino kingsnake but...i dont think he is 100 percent. Can someone help me? http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2113769,2113769 I am hoping someone can help me. I recently bought a gray banded kingsnake. I'm guessing it's no more then a few months old. it's 10.5" long and 11.1 grams. The guy I got it from said he fed it baby lizards. I've had it now for a few weeks and have been trying to get it to eat pinky mice. I've ... http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2113479,2113479 Hello. we own an 18 year old king snake my wife has had since he was a baby. We just fed him the other day and noticed his tail looks like it was cooked and top looks scabby almost, bottom has red dots. I don't see mites and don't think it is that, and with being in San Diego the whole house stays... http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2113385,2113385 I was a member on here about 6 years or so ago but took a hiatus and now I'm back. I'm really interested in the Mexican black kings and wondering if anyone has any. I'm just west of San Antonio. I haven't kept snakes for many years but these little guys really caught my attention. http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2113332,2113332 Locality Holtville "Yuma" morph of the CA kingsnake -----http://southerncaliforniakingsnakes.weebly.com/ http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2113331,2113331 -----http://southerncaliforniakingsnakes.weebly.com/ http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2113326,2113326 My girlfriend is a graphic designer and helped me put this together. She basically did everything besides the photography. h02 by Ross Padilla, on Flickr-----http://southerncaliforniakingsnakes.weebly.com/ http://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=2113293,2113293 anery ghost x hypo clutchmate