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by richard on November 2, 2002
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My copperheads have stoped eating . With
it geting cold can the tell that even if the room were they are kept is warm. Is it safe for them not to feed threw out the
winter
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by Charper on November 2, 2002
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Your copperhead's internal clocks have told them to stop eating. You really should try to cool them down now. If you keep them at higher temperatures, you will speed up their metabolism and burn off their winter stores of fat quicker. Set up a typical cage with hide spot, water bowl and substrate - then place them where the temps will vary from 48F to 60F. Periodically during brumation, it's good to pull them out and soak them at a normal temperature for about an hour or 2.
CH
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by levi3 on November 3, 2002
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Hey Charper,
How often would you say is periodically? I have coppers brumating now also. How often should I soak them????
Thanks Ray
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by Charper on November 3, 2002
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A couple of times month is usually plenty during brumation. Just make sure that the snake also has access to clean water in the cage.
If you use a heater that dries out the air, you might want to keep an eye on the on the humidity levels in your snake room. Keeping a bowl or pot of water near the heater is one way. (The heater is there to make sure the room doesn't get below 48F.)
CH
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