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Spider_Guy
at Fri Aug 4 15:47:58 2006 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by Spider_Guy ]
Hello. I'm not sure about all of us, but venomous snakes are why I got into reptiles in the first place. Unfortunately, they are illegal where I live, so I can't go to a show and get them, so I am limited to what I can catch. The worst part is that I have horrid horrid luck. I am almost 19 years old, and I have spent the majority of that searching wooded areas and the like for snakes. I am lucky to find a baby black rat. Fortunately, a friend of mine presented me with my first venomous snake today (I know the dangers and risks and intend to take the necessary precautions.) I am having some difficulty finding care information though, so I have a couple questions.
The snake brought to me was a timber rattlesnake, C horridus I believe. I have it in a large sterilite right now, but within the next two/three days I will be retrieving my 75 gallon tank and stand setup. I want to make this snake's setup as elaborate and effective as possible. Any advice on that would be immensely appreciated.
Also, what is the best way to have it sexed? I can't have many people do it, as they aren't legal in my area. I am not willing to get it out and pop/probe it either. Maybe in the future, but certainly not yet.
Heat, Humidity requirements? I am relatively sure what to keep them at, since the snake is a local species, but it is better safe than sorry.
I know it is unwise to keep illegal reptiles, and even more so to keep wildcaught. Venomous to top it off. However, venomous snakes are by far my favorite creatures, and in my opinion, the most deserving of admiration and respect. I intend to do everything and then some to ensure the snake's safety and my own. I would appreciate any advice or information on the species.
Also, if it can be visually sexed, and I come across a timber of the opposite sex, would a 75g tank be enough for them both? I never house reptiles together unless to breed, but I know rattlesnakes tend to den together, so I am curious as to whether or not they can be housed together. I know that housing 2 in the same enclosure doubles the possibility of something going wrong, but I always ask the "stupid questions" lol.
Thank you all for your replies and consideration. I look forward to being a part of this forum. My name is Kevin. A pleasure to meet you all.
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 New to venomous. (C. horridus) - Spider_Guy, Fri Aug 4 15:47:58 2006
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