Im looking for something good in an aquatic terrarium. I dont have much experience with water snakes though. Would you recommend another species? Thanks for any responses.
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Where can I buy a good watersnake and what is a good species for captivity?
rj1204
Jul 09, 2005 10:34 AM
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crimsonking
Jul 09, 2005 05:31 PM
There are plenty of more experienced keepers out there than me and I am a bit biased since I really keep only one species for any length of time.
That all said, if you can get your hands on a mangrove salt marsh snake I think you would be pleased.
I would caution however to be watchful of ANY snake you might be keeping in a semi-aquatic enclosure. Some snakes it seems will just stay too wet if given the chance and end up suffering skin problems.
Like I said, there are those on these forums that know just what you need to do to keep your watersnake happy.
Good luck.
This girl just gave birth to 17 babies that look similar to her
:Mark
justin stricklin
Jul 09, 2005 11:11 PM
Mark you hit the nail right on the head. I have only ever had one mangrove (son to change) , but it is awesome. they are very curious and jsut have a great personality. they don't get big, and look great and feed great and are always checking you out. I would also caution against a terrarium for watersnakes, at least when beggining with them because of the blisters. you can go to http://www.freewebs.com/mikesnake/garterswaters.htm fro a go care sheet. If you can't get a mangorve then get something liek a banded, midland, or Fl water. they are all great.
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Justin
