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New adult -advice anyone?

kimbyra

kimbyra

cornsnake addict
Howy folks!
I just got back from my local pet shop, and saw a big ol' normal corn in a little tank, being miserable and in blue. I asked what the guy would take for him, and paid $60.00 (10 off). He seems very healthy and somewhat, (but not too calm). (I'm guessing he's male.) The shop owner said that he sold him to a lady about six years ago as a hatchling, and now she doesn't want him anymore. (Why do people do that? I see 10 year old dogs at the animal shelter a lot too!) He is really big, but then again I'm not used to seeing adults. I've named him Dante. So my question is...
Is there anything I need to be aware about when taking care of an older (previously owned) corn? Any differences in husbandry with older the fellows? I have him in an under-the-bed sized bin now, but would like to know a good roaming size for an aquarium for him. A 55 gallon?
Cheers.
 
The husbandry's the same, but with less frequent feeding of larger food items. If you're going with glass, a 20 gallon long would be fine, but a 30 would undoubtedly make him very happy. Anything more is probably a waste of space (imho).
 
Thanks! I might go look at a 29 gallon then because I have an extra screen for one. The bin he's in now actually (Iris under-the-bed type) has more floor space, but I've never gotten used to having a snake in a bin, though I know many people do that. Do they like to climb?
 
kimbyra said:
Thanks! I might go look at a 29 gallon then because I have an extra screen for one. The bin he's in now actually (Iris under-the-bed type) has more floor space, but I've never gotten used to having a snake in a bin, though I know many people do that. Do they like to climb?
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You're welcome. :) To be honest, I'd keep him in the Iris, with binder clips for added security. The only way I would ever go with glass is if I was setting up a display viv, where aesthetics were a major concern. If you're not overly concerned with appearance, keep him in the tub. Adult corns may climb occasionally to seek escape routes, but floor space is more important.

I'm lazy. Cleaning a one-pound tub is much easier than a 60-pound glass tank.
 
OH I hear ya on that one! I hate lifting heavy tanks. Well, maybe the tub will work well for him for a while. :cheers:
 
Alot of people love things when they are small because they ar cute, but once they get big they dont want them anymore. Its so stupid. People should know once you buy a animal that its a pet for life. If they dont know how big they are going to get they should do research before they buy them. It ticks me off. Especially with dogs and cats people buy them as babies then take them to a animal shelter when they get older...Geez wheres the heart?
 
xavusangel said:
Alot of people love things when they are small because they ar cute, but once they get big they dont want them anymore. Its so stupid. People should know once you buy a animal that its a pet for life. If they dont know how big they are going to get they should do research before they buy them. It ticks me off. Especially with dogs and cats people buy them as babies then take them to a animal shelter when they get older...Geez wheres the heart?
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I love kittens, but I dislike cats. I love puppies-- not so fond of dogs. Ferret kits are irresistable until I remember that they turn into adult ferrets. Snakes are different for me. I quickly grow tired of squirmy, little, sometimes vicious hatchlings. Handling anything under 75g is a chore to me. They're the single pet type that I can't wait until they're adults. Since they will be in adulthood for the majority of their time with me, they are ideal for me. :shrugs:
 
kimbyra said:
Thanks! I might go look at a 29 gallon then because I have an extra screen for one. The bin he's in now actually (Iris under-the-bed type) has more floor space, but I've never gotten used to having a snake in a bin, though I know many people do that. Do they like to climb?
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your lid for your 29 gallon will fit a 20 long i have both. I have an adult corn i keep her in a 20 long and she is very happy.
 

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Since I upgraded my huge aquatic turtle to a 150 gallon tank, I now am just going to use her old 55 gallon for Dante. I just need to buy a lid, so everything is working out. :cheers:
 
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