Gorgeous snake, Scott.

I like the fact that they are very docile, like some of my other pets: corns, Emory's, Dione's Rats. I think that is definitely one of their pluses and should help make them popular in the hobby. Folks might be a little shy, because they might think Baird's get to a large size and might be somewhat nervous/aggressive. Maybe they just could use more exposure like this..haha!

Why they aren't kept more by hobbyists in general is a good question. We have been exploring the question of ratsnake popularity at the RF this past month and a very long and interesting strand was generated on a British forum. There are many reasons why more species aren't kept, but a lot of it boils down to promoting, I think. I think if people learn about an interesting and popular new species many will try it.

Just my 2 centavos... TC




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