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I was talking to Mark B. the other day about Daytona, 2003. He was wondering who it was that had the red-headed ratsnakes at Larry Keller's table. Here's a pic of Rex Knight holding my old, male moellendorffi...

Another pic of the same male. I only keep one of this species now and don't plan to breed these guys, but Rex has a large collection, and has bred them several times...

TC
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Ratsnake Haven: Elaphe schrencki, dione, bimaculata, mandarina, conspicillata, porphyracea, taeniura, situla, and emoryi.

There's been some really nice looking pics posted lately. It looks like they are in some capable hands. They are really a pretty snake.

Terry Parks

>>I was talking to Mark B. the other day about Daytona, 2003. He was wondering who it was that had the red-headed ratsnakes at Larry Keller's table. Here's a pic of Rex Knight holding my old, male moellendorffi...
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>>Another pic of the same male. I only keep one of this species now and don't plan to breed these guys, but Rex has a large collection, and has bred them several times...
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>>TC
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>>Ratsnake Haven: Elaphe schrencki, dione, bimaculata, mandarina, conspicillata, porphyracea, taeniura, situla, and emoryi.

That sure is the man - and snake. I think/know what'll top next Spring's list. Those guys are just beautiful and interesting. Thanks for the shots.

Note to self- Must get 2.2
RW

Moellendorffi really is a great species. They are a little challenging at first, but a very beautiful and an intriguing snake. I now think it is a relic species, on the way to extinction, but part of the core stock that probably gave rise to the other Eurasian ratsnakes. My problem with keeping them is that they get so darned big. My oldest male was nearing six feet, and they probably get seven ft, eventually. Anyway, one went to Rex who's doing great with the species and has hatched at least two clutches so far this year, and another pair went to another breeder who may get to breed them in the next couple years. I hope you all do great with these guys and always keep us posted on how they're doing and what you've learned. TC.