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how big is to big for a 10 gallon tank?
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I think part of this answer relates to the snake's psychology as opposed to physiology. I believe hatchlings and shy yearlings and subadults should be kept in compact quarters. They feel more secure and less stressed. Physically, I think established snakes should be in an enclosure at least 2/3 as long as the snake, e.g., a 10 gal, 20 inch long viv will accommodate up to a 30 inch long snake. A 20 gal long, 30 inch long will serve most adults 45 inches and smaller.
I do think snakes benefit from some room to roam once they feel secure in their enclosure and, personally, I like a larger glass front viv that lets me enjoy looking at my beauties during the few hours when they decide to explore their home. And although all the experts say corns spend most of their time on the ground, I find a little bit of head room is thouroughly exploited. All my snakes like to climb the branches and plants in their respective vivs.
I do think snakes benefit from some room to roam once they feel secure in their enclosure and, personally, I like a larger glass front viv that lets me enjoy looking at my beauties during the few hours when they decide to explore their home. And although all the experts say corns spend most of their time on the ground, I find a little bit of head room is thouroughly exploited. All my snakes like to climb the branches and plants in their respective vivs.
Blue Apple Herps
aka Matthew, PhD
cncslick said:
I would think it's probably time for an upgrade at that size.
Nanci
Alien Lover
I just read somewhere, and I can't remember where, that since snakes only have one working lung, which is greatly enlongated, it is important for them to be able to stretch out completely if they want to, for breathing. FWIW. I have noticed that my adult corn likes to lay in a big "hairpin" shape a lot of the time, rather than coiling up. I wonder if it is comfortable for her like that.
Nanci
Nanci