Corn Snakes | littlepetsprojectgogold

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Food: pre-euthanized frozen feeder mice or rats. thaw in refrigerator before feeding. submerge in warm water to stimulate body heat of prey. move or wiggle the feeder slightly to engage snake.

Feeding Schedule:
- Hatchlings 8-20″ long — every 5-7 days
- Juveniles 20-45″ long — every 7-10 days
- Subadults 35-50″ long — every 10-12 days
- Adults >35″ long — every 14-21 days
- Senior adults >18 years old — every 10-14 days

Water: Filtered tap water REFILLED DAILY.

Size: MIN 4x2x2ft PER ADULT SNAKE.

Bedding: Substrate: Dust-free, non-dyed sand or clay substrate for
burrowing. (NO Calcium or Vitamin sand, ground nuts, wood shavings,
Linoleum, shelf liners, or reptile carpet.)

Decor: Solid ceramic food and water bowls. Rocks or logs for basking, Hides, caves, burrows, flagstone and rough stones for shedding and claw care.

Note: Barred top for ventilation. Solid glass reptile tank.

Lighting: Corn snakes should receive maximum UVI of 2.0-3.0 in the basking area (highest point of cage)

Temp & Humidity:
- Basking temperature: 90°F (32°C)
- Cool zone: 75-82°F (24-27°C)
- Nighttime: room temperature or 75°F/24°C
- Humidity: 65-75%. Use measuring gauge.

Cleaning: Must be fully cleaned weekly. Change substrate, rinse with warm
water and dish soap, disinfect with vinegar or Hydrogen Peroxide, clean
soiled areas or items, re-bed.

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