tim@thirdeyeherp.com
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Russian Rat Snake
Elaphe s. schrencki This is a large bodied snake that superficially resembles an eastern king snake. They seem to be very personable and aware of their surroundings. Russian rat snakes will take advantage of climbing branches in their enclosure. They prefer cooler temperatures than most snakes and are typically five feet long as adults. $175 each Click here to see my Russian Rat Snake Photo Gallery |
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Korean Rat Snake
Elaphe schrencki Elaphe anomala The Korean Rat Snake is a colorful cousin of the Russian Rat Snake. It is found in Korea and adjacent portions of China and Russia. Its care is identical to that of the Russian Rat Snake. This handsome snake tends to be olive and yellow as an audlt. $100 each Click here to see my Korean Rat Snake Photo Gallery |
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Japanese Rat Snake
Elaphe climacophorai I work with the Kunashiri Island form of this snake, which is greenish in color with a blue-gray head and very attractive. This species typically grows to four feet in length. Babies are born with a light olive color that changes as they mature. In Japanese, this snake is known as "Aoidaisho," which translates to "Blue General." $175 each Click here to see my Japanese Rat Snake Photo Gallery |
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Baird's Rat Snake
Elaphe bairdi Because of the remoteness of its habitat in south-central Texas and northern Mexico, these snakes are not often found in the wild. My stock comes from Vivid Reptiles, which are locality specific to Val Verde County, Texas and selectively bred to produce a snake with metallic silver scales on a orange background color. The average Baird's reaches about four feet in length and is among the most docile of rat snakes. $150 each Click here to see my Baird's Rat Snake Photo Gallery |
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South Florida Rat Snake
Elaphe obsoleta quadrivittata This locality from Palm Beach County, Florida is attractive and varible, with lighter colration than examples from the northern part of its range. They are commonly found around citrus groves, pastures and abandoned buildings. $65 each Click here to see my South Florida Rat Snake Photo Gallery |
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Gray Rat Snake
Elaphe obsoleta spiloides I work with the "White Oak" natural color variation of this snake that is found in the Florida panhandle. Only a small percentage of Gray Rat Snakes feature the unusually light coloration of my breeding stock. $75 each Click here to see my Gray Rat Snake Photo Gallery |
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Everglades Rat Snake
Elaphe obsoleta rossalleni This species is hardy and beautifully colored. It is native to extreme southern Florida. The hue of these beautiful snakes is a rich orange, with four indistinct gray stripes. The belly is a bright orange or orange-yellow. $75 each Click here to see my Everglades Rat Snake Photo Gallery |