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Coral snake
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by jager1 on November 27, 2007
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I have a Coral snake and he has been eating smaller snakes. I have not been able to find many smaller snkes since winter has come on. Ive put a garter in with him a little large and house geckos and pinks and nothing has happened. he is about to shed and I am wondering what is going to happen with his feeding and if i should worry? i know they are difficult to keep and thats why i am asking thanks
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by Crotalusssp on November 28, 2007
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This time of year there is normally a reduction in activity and feeding. Allow the temperatures to drop off some and cut back on feeding attempts to somewhat mimic natural habitat. Good luck!
Charles
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by Cro on November 28, 2007
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Nathan, you live far enough South that you still might find anole lizards out on warm, sunny days. You might try one of those for the coral.
They work especially well if you crush their nasal cavity somewhat. This tends to slow the lizards down, and tends to release fluids that the coral snake might find attractive.
If you are unable to find snakes or lizards to feed the coral, do what the others have said and cool it down for the winter, and try again in early spring to find feeder snakes.
Best Regards JohnZ
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by jager1 on November 30, 2007
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Thanks for the advice. About how long can they go without feeding? I have never had any problems with feeding any onther species I keep except the coral. All tips are appreciated!
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by Cro on November 30, 2007
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Nathan, Coral Snakes are one of the most challenging snakes for many folks to keep.
If you cool the snake to around 54 degrees, it should brumate a couple of months without food until early spring, assuming it was of normal weight had had been feeding prior to that. Make sure it has water available during that time.
You might accomplish this by placing the cage on a cool garage floor or basement floor.
Or, you could contact herpers in South Florida. Many of them can catch anole lizards and ground skinks year round. Perhaps someone down there would be willing to ship some to you. You might try a wanted ad in the classifieds here.
Best Regards JohnZ
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