First the rules: Rule 1) Keep them away from your face, & Rule 2) Adhere diligently to Rule 1.



Aside from the above with which I believe most keepers of this subspecies will whole-heartly agree, the following is my personal observation only.



There are two color phases: the common phase which has an ivory color to the body as an adult and the Cameron Highlands phase which retains the bright yellow tones of the juvenile pattern. Obviously most people want the latter but I think both phases are equally attractive.



Unlike the other members of the Elaphe taeniura group, they don't like cold and don't seem to hibernate; 77-82F is fine. They are the most Racer-like of all the taeniura and bite frequently. They can be tamed a bit with handling but never drop your guard. They do climb but mine prefer their hidebox to the branches. I do advise spacious quarters as they will reach 6-9 feet in length. Mine drink a good bit of water - enough that I notice the difference between them and my other snakes. I have 4 and they are great eaters and take pre-killed prey from tongs without protest. Weekly feedings on a regular schedule seem to reduce their desire to bite the hand that cares for them. Remember, all of this merely my humble opinion.



-Chernobogg

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