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Hi,

I've been interested in buying a snake (not soon, maybe within the year though, I just don't have the cash, plus I need to convince mom), and Lampropeltis getula nigritus has really caught my eye.

Are these generally rare? I've read that they are quite common in captivity, but after much searching on various sites, I've only seen a total of 2 for sale--both adults for $100ish each. As a matter of a fact, I think I've found a total of 1 thread here even mentioning them. I don't know, maybe they are only available certain times of the year.

Also, will anyone be breeding Lampropeltis getula nigritus anytime soon? If so, I'll buy a hatchling or juvenile off you within 6-18 months.

Thanks,
Andrew
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Theraphosids
0.0.1 Avicularia avicularia
0.1.1 Pterinochilus murinus

Adult Mexican Black Kings usually sell for $100. Babies typically run $35-40. These snakes are commonly reproduced in capitivity and are usually available in good numbers in July.

Tim

Third Eye

True dat! Tim's right and they are great captives if kept properly. Do your homework and get the setup...set up and you WILL enjoy!
Todd Hughes

Thanks for the replies As for housing, will this be good enough?
This?

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0.0.1 Avicularia avicularia
0.1.1 Pterinochilus murinus

Just found out that Lampropeltis getulus nigritus is now Lampropeltis getula nigrita. Well, I'm a little outdated.
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0.0.1 Avicularia avicularia
0.1.1 Pterinochilus murinus