Are egg-eating snakes good pets?

They can become very docile and usually tolerate handling without biting, making the egg-eating snake an easy-to-care-for, interesting pet as long as its dietary needs are met.

What pet snake eats eggs?

There are two species of egg-eating snake in captivity: the African egg-eating snake (Dasypeltis sp.) and the Indian egg eater. The latter is uncommon to find. I highly recommend the former as an extremely easy-care and well-natured snake, also perfect for those who want them to remain small.

Are egg-eating snakes venomous?

Dasypeltis scabra, known as the common egg eater, egg-eating snake or rhombic egg eater, is a species of non-venomous snake endemic to Africa.

How long do egg-eating snakes get?

24-30 inches
A fully grow Egg Eater grows to a size of 60-76cm (24-30 inches) in length. These are a great species to keep if you are scared of being bitten. The mouth contains no teeth, although some will try and imitate venomous snakes by biting viciously.

How much is an egg eater snake?

Their price varies but you can expect to pay around the US$100 mark. Delivery charges may be additional. The breeding of these snakes in captivity is very unusual and so the vast majority of egg-eaters which become pets have been caught in the wild.

Do egg snakes have teeth?

Lizards and snakes develop a true egg tooth that is attached to the premaxillary bone in the midline and which curves forward in front of the snout (Plate VI, Fig. 22). Its edge is flattened and quite sharp.

How do egg-eating snakes eat eggs?

Ventral spines on the neck vertebrae extend into the esophagus and serve to break the eggshell. Contents of the egg are squeezed from the shell, and the crushed shell is regurgitated. Egg-eating snakes are primarily arboreal, and they are oviparous (egg-laying), laying each egg in a separate place.

How often do I feed my egg-eating snake?

Young pet egg-eating snakes need to be fed every 7 days. As they get older, feeding will be less often. These snake swill eat about once a month. An adult egg-eating snake usually weighs less than 1lb.

Are Dasypeltis venomous?

Dasypeltis are non-venomous and found throughout the continent of Africa, primarily in forested or wooded habitats that are also home to numerous species of birds.

Are egg eating snakes nocturnal?

Egg-eating snakes are nocturnal and tend to be active at night. You should bear this in mind when considering whether to purchase one as a pet.

Do African egg-eating snakes make good pets?

If you don’t love the idea of feeding a pet snake live animals, the African egg-eating snake (Dasypeltis scabra) is a good alternative to other predatory species. Non-venomous and generally docile, these are wonderful pet snakes to own.