Most snakes will take frozen-thawed; the ones that accept live only are few. None of mine have that issue, beyond perhaps one hatchling that doesn't want anything I give it (but he's a basket case all his own that I at least partly blame the breeder for).
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Well, since those photos, a few others have joined (notably, my European representative Ladder Snake and federally protected Black Pine), filling out the collection for the forseeable future. Pics on the others will show up on my blog posts at carltoncarnivores.com, but here for now, a shot of my new male corn, Dreamer:
Dreamer by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
He's a Ghost motley (hypomelanistic anerythristic and recessive pattern mutation), hopefully a Coral Ghost (Strawberry instead of standard hypo allele) and Tessera (dominant pattern mutation). Only time, and breeding, will tell though.
Dreamer by Hawken Carlton, on FlickrHe's a Ghost motley (hypomelanistic anerythristic and recessive pattern mutation), hopefully a Coral Ghost (Strawberry instead of standard hypo allele) and Tessera (dominant pattern mutation). Only time, and breeding, will tell though.
MantisGirl13
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He's pretty!!
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Mantis Lady
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looks like Dreamer feels himself comfy.
Decided to share a couple more pics for the heck of it...
Rebel by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Rebel by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Hobbes by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Hobbes by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Hobbes by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
And my Black Pine, judging me from on high.
Tsela by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Rebel by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Rebel by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Hobbes by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Hobbes by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Hobbes by Hawken Carlton, on FlickrAnd my Black Pine, judging me from on high.
Tsela by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
MantisGirl13
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You have beautiful snakes.
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Oi....what is it about me being bit that people find so amusing? This and the other photo set I have of similar setting are quite possibly the most popular posts I've ever made on FB and IG...and he obviously finds it enjoyable.
Tsefan noms by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
No, it doesn't really hurt (yet; once he gets to mature size, 3-5 feet, then it might be a bit more of a pain), but it's a fact of life if you keep anything in the common kingsnake complex (Lampropeltis getula ssp.). Anything in their vicinity might just look like food (he's tried eating my iPod once before), and unfortunately when handling fingers are usually the most nearby, warm, and squishy objects available. Luckily Halailah the Baja kingsnake is becoming much less inclined...though she'll also still go for an occasional taste-test as well.
Tsefan noms by Hawken Carlton, on FlickrNo, it doesn't really hurt (yet; once he gets to mature size, 3-5 feet, then it might be a bit more of a pain), but it's a fact of life if you keep anything in the common kingsnake complex (Lampropeltis getula ssp.). Anything in their vicinity might just look like food (he's tried eating my iPod once before), and unfortunately when handling fingers are usually the most nearby, warm, and squishy objects available. Luckily Halailah the Baja kingsnake is becoming much less inclined...though she'll also still go for an occasional taste-test as well.
hysteresis
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Do little ones break the skin?
MantisGirl13
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Tasty finger? Lol
iPods really don't sound like good snake food.
What a beautiful snake!
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iPods really don't sound like good snake food.
What a beautiful snake!
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He's not particularly little anymore, pushing 2 feet, so yes, he breaks the skin. If they grab at the right angle even a hatchling can too. But, it's a pinprick either way; if you can avoid flinching and pulling away though, even a large reticulated python bite is little more than a bunch of tiny punctures.
Trying out something a little different; if you might be interested in one, let me know:
Snakeskin jewelry by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
These were made with a shed from my Cape House Snake, Hobbes. A natural jewelry with an educational aspect; I intend to send these out with a little info slip about the snake they came from, and his species as a whole.
Snakeskin jewelry by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Snakeskin jewelry by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Snakeskin jewelry by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Snakeskin jewelry by Hawken Carlton, on FlickrThese were made with a shed from my Cape House Snake, Hobbes. A natural jewelry with an educational aspect; I intend to send these out with a little info slip about the snake they came from, and his species as a whole.
Snakeskin jewelry by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Snakeskin jewelry by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Snakeskin jewelry by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
MantisGirl13
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This is so cool! What did you use as the main body of the pendants? Could you try different colors? Maybe transparent?
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Mantis Lady
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That looks cool
No sales of the pendants yet...perhaps the next set will garner more interest. Meanwhile, reptiles:
Midnight by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
With the passing of my oldest, Candice, (13 1/2 years), Midnight is now the elder of the house at 10 1/2, and largest in the house currently at over 5 feet (since the retic stays elsewhere she doesn't count). Daughter of my first snake ever, she's got his gentle personality too (if a bit more explorative).
Midnight by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
I've posted about the gray-band Gideon before already; as he hadn't eaten on his own since I got him, I wanted a snake I could rely on so he could visit the high school, so here's Gubler:
Gubler by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Gubler hasn't missed a meal since arriving, all mice too; naturally though, a week after he showed up Gideon finally decided to eat on his own too, but now I've got two brilliantly patterned alterna to use for education
Gubler by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Tsefan the MBK I showed has a taste for fingers; Halailah the Baja king apparently developed a thing for pants...
Halailah by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Halailah by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
And last for now, Domhara the mountain boa's future (several years' future) boyfriend, Reynard:
Reynard by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
He's still on lizards, but starting to show interest in scented pinkies. And, 2 years younger than Domhara, but he's already almost as orange as she is so he's going to be brilliant as an adult
Reynard by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Reynard by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Midnight by Hawken Carlton, on FlickrWith the passing of my oldest, Candice, (13 1/2 years), Midnight is now the elder of the house at 10 1/2, and largest in the house currently at over 5 feet (since the retic stays elsewhere she doesn't count). Daughter of my first snake ever, she's got his gentle personality too (if a bit more explorative).
Midnight by Hawken Carlton, on FlickrI've posted about the gray-band Gideon before already; as he hadn't eaten on his own since I got him, I wanted a snake I could rely on so he could visit the high school, so here's Gubler:
Gubler by Hawken Carlton, on FlickrGubler hasn't missed a meal since arriving, all mice too; naturally though, a week after he showed up Gideon finally decided to eat on his own too, but now I've got two brilliantly patterned alterna to use for education
Gubler by Hawken Carlton, on FlickrTsefan the MBK I showed has a taste for fingers; Halailah the Baja king apparently developed a thing for pants...
Halailah by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Halailah by Hawken Carlton, on FlickrAnd last for now, Domhara the mountain boa's future (several years' future) boyfriend, Reynard:
Reynard by Hawken Carlton, on FlickrHe's still on lizards, but starting to show interest in scented pinkies. And, 2 years younger than Domhara, but he's already almost as orange as she is so he's going to be brilliant as an adult
Reynard by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
Reynard by Hawken Carlton, on Flickr
MrGhostMantis
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Oh. My. God. LOOK AT GUBLER'S EYES!!
MantisGirl13
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So pretty!!
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hysteresis
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I can barely handle mantises. How you manage to include plants, snakes, and whatever else you have... wow dude. Kudos!
Mantis Lady
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It's a pair of pants, not a scarf. Wasn't aware of her attempt until I noticed she hadn't moved for several moments, and looked down...
I have 24 snakes. They're actually cheaper than the mantids, and most a lot more willing to interact with people.
I have 24 snakes. They're actually cheaper than the mantids, and most a lot more willing to interact with people.
