How much is a pet snake cage?

List of Pet Snake Care Supplies and Cost

Enclosure Tank	$20-$150
Timers and Gauges	$15-$40
Substrate	$3-$10
Water Bowl	$5-$15
Hides	$5-$20

What wood is toxic to snakes?

Several species are known to be particularly dangerous, including white cedar (Thuja occindentalis), Japanese cedar (Cryptomeria japonica) and western red cedar (Thuja plicata); unfortunately, commercial products seldom make it clear which species has been used.

Is wood safe for snakes?

Safe Woods Provided they haven’t been exposed to chemicals; oak (Quercus sp.), dogwood (Cornus floridana), tuliptree (Liriodendron tulipifera), maple (Acer sp.) and crepe myrtle (Lagerstroemia sp.) branches are popular and safe choices for providing climbing opportunities and decoration.

How much does a snake cost per month?

Most pet snakes only eat a few times a week and it’s not unusual for certain species like ball pythons to go a month or more without eating. Depending on the size and type of snake you have, you should budget $20 to $40 per month for food.

What size tank should my snake have?

Generally, smaller snakes can do fine in a 20-gallon tank, while larger snakes should be introduced to a tank of at least 40 gallons in size. The height of the snake’s habitat does not have to be dramatic, as they are ground dwellers and burrowers.

How do you prepare driftwood for a snake enclosure?

We suggest using a bleach-water mixture. Soak the wood pieces in the bleach-water solution (½ cup of bleach for every gallon of water) for 24 hours. Make sure you use regular bleach without additional additives for laundry. After 24 hours, remove the wood from the bleach-water solution.

What wood is toxic to reptiles?

Cedar has long been used in closets because it’s naturally resistant to insects and decay. Unfortunately, cedar is one of the most dangerous woods for reptiles and should not be used in their care at all.

Can I use driftwood in my snake tank?

Zilla Malaysian Driftwood is perfectly safe for snakes to use.

Can I put wood in terrarium?

Why Use Wood in Terrariums? Honestly, wood is such a versatile natural material, there are so many great ways that it can elevate a terrarium. That being said, it’s often how you use it that counts.