What Type of Snake Makes the Best Pet?
There are three different types of snakes that would make great pets for beginners. These three snakes consist of Corn snakes, Ball Pythons, and King snakes. • Corn Snakes. This type of snake is generally the most popular type of snake for beginning owners. They adapt very well to captivity and are easy to care for. Corn snakes will willingly eat thawed frozen mice. A large bowl or dish should be provided in the snake’s cage for regular bathing, but the bowl should be heavy enough as to not overturn. Corn snakes do not get very large, therefore do not need a very large cage. Be sure to place hollowed out logs and branches inside your pet’s cage to provide your snake with a hideout and exercise. • Ball Pythons. Ball pythons also do not need a very large tank. However, this type of snake is very good at escaping and requires a fitted top to their tank. Be sure to provide this snake with large branches and some form of enclosure so that your pet has a place to hide. Ball pythons prefer to
