What supplements do corn snakes need?
It is not necessary to supplement the diet of a cornsnake, but an occasional vitamin supplement such as Nutrobal may be administered by dipping the rump of the rodent in the supplement, and some keepers feel that this is beneficial. Corn snakes are fairly easy to breed.
What is a treat for a corn snake?
Corn snakes primarily eat rodents. Quail eggs make great treats for your snake, but only occasionally — about one every few weeks. Keep in mind that in the wild, eggs are an uncommon treat, not part of a regular diet. Fresh, clean water should always be available.
How long can a corn snake go without eating?
Typically tough when not in brumation, adult corn snakes can go up to 2 weeks without eating. While baby corn snakes need to eat more often and should only go one week without eating. Remember that snakes are cold-blooded. So naturally require less energy from their diet.
How do I know if my corn snake is ill?
Reptiles will often not show obvious signs of illness until they are very sick, but you should look out for any changes in appetite or faeces passed, as well as changes in weight, behaviour, skin colouration or breathing. Other signs of illness include discharges from the eyes, nose or mouth or problems with shedding.
Should I give my corn snake vitamins?
Do corn snakes need vitamin supplements? Juveniles (still growing) should get multivitamin mixed 50/50 with calcium powder every other feeding. Adults should get multivitamin mixed 50/50 with calcium powder every 4th feeding.
Do snakes need vitamins?
While most snakes do not require supplemental vitamins, it is important to consult your veterinarian if the pet exhibits any signs of illness. Some vitamin deficiencies cause serious and potentially life-threatening problems, but you should never begin a vitamin regimen without soliciting your vet’s input.
What can corn snakes eat besides rodents?
The primary natural food of corn snakes is appropriately sized rodents. Some baby corn snakes also eat lizards or an occasional frog. Adult corn snakes may eat birds or their eggs. Do not offer crickets because corn snakes don’t recognize them as food.
What can corn snakes eat besides mice?
Corn snakes will eat mice and rats in captivity. In the wild they prefer rodents, birds, other snakes, frogs and lizards.
Will a corn snake starve itself to death?
Yes they can and will starve them selves to death.
What else can you feed a snake besides mice?
Some eat warm-blooded prey (e.g., rodents, rabbits, birds), while others eat insects, amphibians (frogs or toads), eggs, other reptiles, fish, earthworms, or slugs. Snakes swallow their food whole. The most popular pet snakes usually eat prey such as mice, rats, gerbils, and hamsters.
Is my corn snake dying?
If your snake cannot move normally, such as being unable to get into position if moved onto their backs, they may have Inclusion Body Disease which is a fatal condition. Snakes with IBD will also “stargaze” which means staring upwards for unusual periods of time.
How do you know when your snake is hungry?
You can tell a snake is hungry when it exhibits specific behaviors such as: Prowling the front of the tank, being more active, focussing on you whenever you are near the enclosure, flicking its tongue more often, and hunting at a similar time each day or night.
What kind of food do you feed a corn snake?
A well-balanced corn snake diet consists of: Appropriately sized frozen rodents, thawed/warmed to above room temperature. Do not use a microwave to defrost frozen rodents and do not prepare them in the same area that you prepare food. If feeding your snake live rodents, do not leave them unattended.
Why does my corn snake refuse to eat?
If your corn snake’s habitat is not properly designed and maintained, your corn snake may refuse to eat. The most common habitat problem to cause food refusal is sub-optimal temperatures. So, always check your pet’s habitat temperatures if he refuses food.
Is it OK to have a corn snake as a pet?
Corn snakes make great first pets for a responsible kid that has a keen interest in snakes, but it is still important to do thorough research before getting the snake to make sure it is a good fit and that you’re up for the commitment.
What to do if your corn snake is sick?
Corn snakes, like other creatures, are susceptible to parasites and illnesses — many of which are deadly. Because of this, have your snake tested for parasites when you first purchase the animal. If your snake is listless or sick, take any vomit or feces along to the veterinarian for testing.