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Hello,

I have a cb juv. pair of Transpecos Copperheads that have been off-feed for a month or so. They have been feeding regularly since early spring but both have refused the last few meals that they have been offered, large hoppers. Their kept on aspen with a hot spot in the low 90's and cool spot in the low to mid 70's. I know that copperheads are notorious for going off feed but I'm curious if their is something I can do to stimulate their appetite. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

W. Smith

does anyone have any idea...i am curious as well for my collection...i had a northern that did the same thing

Try a fluorescent UV light, such as Reptisun. This has worked for me on reluctant copperheads.

Okay, I never thought of that one. I think I will try that. I was thinking of trying an anole as well.

Thanks,

W. Smith

Drop the temp OVERALL, to about 76-78 degree's. 90 is WAY too hot for a "hot spot".
Provide a hide box and increase the humidity,(either by hand-misting or a large water bowl), picagasters like high humidity and temps in the mid-seventies.

Thanks for the information. I'll take the heat light off them and switch to a UV Repti Glo bulb. I originally kept the two at room temp which was near the mid to upper 70's. I use a hide in each enclosure and humidity is fairly high since I live near the gulf coast. I have a vet that has agreed to see them but if it's something I can "fix" then I would prefer to take care of it.

Thanks,

W. Smith