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Shy polylepis
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by Bigred on July 23, 2004
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I recently acquired my first polylepis, a 6-month old CB male. My problem is that, apart from an initial cage exploration, I haven't seen the little coffin-head for a week; he spends all his time in his hidey.
He has branches, rocks etc in his cage, but doesn't come out.
Is this normal? Most of my other venomous have come out to explore within a day or two.
Any suggestions??
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by Scootertrash on July 23, 2004
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One of my hots is that way too. I think it's just a personality thing. Your animal may just prefer to be in dark places alone. He may be getting ready to shed too. They hide when they are about to shed. Also, is it too hot in the other open parts of the cage? Check your temps. He may have decided that it's uncomfortable in other parts of the cage. I'm just throwing out some things off the top of my head.
Clayton
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by taipan_nuts on July 26, 2004
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Hi Bigred,
Dendroaspis polylepis are bold snakes like all other Dendroaspis ONLY when they must. In general, this genus is very shy and calculating.
I am concerned that you don't have much experience with this genus. If you did, perhaps you wouldn't have asked this question. Dendroaspis are indeed dangerous snakes. Those who wish to keep them are advised to obtain extensive elapid training, in addition to, working w/ a few representatives of this genus BEFORE purchasing the animals. The captive maintenance of Dendroaspis is best reserved for the most advanced herpetoculturists or zoological institutions.
Dr. Edward J. Freyaldenhoven
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by Bigred on July 28, 2004
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Thanks for the replies.
He has since come out, warily. I reckon it's the new environment. His temps appear fine-it's winter here at the moment, which could also explain his relative inactivity.
Dr. Freyaldenhoven, I understand and appreciate your concern;however, I am well aware of the dangers and challenges surrounding the black mamba. I spent over a year looking for the right snake, rejecting a number of WC snakes.
I also spent the year with two guys who have mambas, one a breeder, and who supplies the snakes for various shows. I learnt a lot about polylepis from them. Possibly the most import thing however, is , as you mentioned Dr. Freyaldenhoven, they are shrewd, intelligent, even cunning, and need to be respected AT ALL TIMES.
I understand that my previous post possibly came across
as slightly amateurish, and with hindsight should probably not opened myself to ridicule, but I was excited about a long-awaited and long-planned for addition to my collection.
If you have any other advice about keeping young polylepis, I would greatly appreciate it.
BTW, I left my one mentor after he got bitten by one of his angusticeps !!
Thanks
Gary
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