Why should I get a crested gecko?
A crested gecko can make an excellent pet for older children and adults. They’re low-maintenance pets that can be tamed easily and will form a bond with you. Contrary to most pets the crested gecko is most active at night. Crested geckos can be held as solitary pets and in a small group.
Should I get a snake or lizard?
If you want an exotic pet, reptiles are a good choice. There are differences between them, which may affect how you feel about each type of pet. Snakes live longer than lizards, but care costs can be higher. Snakes are bigger and eat rodents, while lizards are smaller and eat varied foods.
Do pet snakes get bored?
The takeaways of it are that essentially pet snakes do not really get bored (or so we think). They certainly do not get lonely as they are solitary creatures that only get together when it is time to mate. What is more important is the fact that snakes can suffer from stress and can get unhappy due to it.
Can I take my snake on vacation?
For any reptile, taking them with you on vacation is not a good idea. Most snakes don’t need to eat often (only grass/garter/water snakes need frequent feedings, as well as baby snakes of any type), so if you feed them right before you leave, they should be fine for a 1-2 week vacation.
Can I hold my snake before it sheds?
Avoid handling your snake as much as possible just before and during shedding. If you need to handle it, do so gently as the new skin is delicate and tears easily. Depending on the species, a healthy snake can go for a couple of weeks or more without eating, and larger snakes can go even longer.
Can you hold your snake after it sheds?
You can handle it immediately after a shed. You don’t have to worry much about it, after the snake has shed. The snake’s eyes will have an opaque layer over them, so it won’t be able to see very well. Handling at this time can cause the animal stress.
Will Ball python eat while shedding?
Will a Ball Python Eat While Shedding? Some ball pythons will not eat at all, from the first stage of pre-shed until the skin has come off. Appetite loss is common during shed, and you should not worry about it. Some ball pythons will take food during the shedding process.
How many years do ball pythons live?
Male: 30 yearsIn captivity
Will snakes eat during shedding?
Decreased Appetite Along with decreased activity, snakes eat less when they begin to shed. Some snakes might eat in the very early phases of shedding, but most stop eating until their eyes become clear again. Still others won’t eat until their shed is complete.