These snakes commonly eat earthworms and need more husbandry (e.g.
They are very small, averaging around a foot long. The Ringneck is another native snake to North America and has a distinct yellow or orange ring on their neck (as their name implies). The longest it may live is 15 years, and their cost will vary depending on where they come from. If you are a beginner and manage to get a hold of a good Smooth Green, they can make a great choice.Īlthough they cannot be handled frequently, their small size makes for easy husbandry, quick feeding and a great learning experience. There are only a handful of breeders and wild caught (as well as being illegal to keep) can be more problematic for many reasons. They are harder to come by as captive bred animals. What makes this pet rank lower on the list is its availability. The Smooth Green has similar care requirements and temperament to its relative the Rough Green Snake (also featured in this list). They are best suited to someone who wishes to keep a reptile more as a display animal than a companion. 10 gallon vivarium) and fed insects, but it doesn’t tolerate handling very well for long periods of time. It can be housed in a small enclosure (e.g. This snake, like the rough version, is native to North America and has a very skinny frame.
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