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Husbandry and Basic CareGeneral stuff about keeping and maintaining cornsnakes in captivity.
OK, for crying out loud. I've heard repeatedly that corn cob is bad for snake bedding, but I don't know why.
I dont even want to use it, but I do want to know why I cant.
I'm not positive, but I think I've heard that a couple of the reasons are that it is too rough for the snake and can cause abrasions and it absorbs too much moisture, and can dry out the snake.
These are just things I've heard...someone please correct me if I'm wrong
the thing about burrowing is true.. as is the drying out of the air BUT that can be overcome by use of a second water bowl. I use corn cob as a substrate and have had no problems with it but i would agree that there are other alternatives that may well be better suited to snakes.
Oh and Rachel, about not hearing about anyone using it for snakes.. i`ve stated on this board many times that i use it
mold is a problem if you spill water on it...
impaction shouldn`t be a problem as its supposedly digestable.
still, its a good idea to feed ina separate container or other such feeding technique... lets avoid tempting fate eh?
again, I use it and have no problem with it but i understand that there are other, better alternatives available.
Originally posted by blito dont quote me on it... i didn`t say it IS i said that it ALLEGEDLY IS and theres a difference there... i wouldnt want to put it to the test myself
Okay, that's what I figured...I didn't want to be mean and say something like "what the hell are you talking about!?!?" LOL
As far as the quotes...I already did on that orginal message sorry Hopefully then will look down one more post before sending you hate mail
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