When threatened, the snake flattens the skin on its neck giving it a hooded appearance. Baby albino anaconda western hognose snake underground reptiles. They can be freely handled as any other snake may be, keeping in mind that over handling can lead to stress in any captive reptile. Due to state laws we can not ship western hognose snakes to colorado, and illinois customers must have a permit. Natural history of the hognose snakes, heterodon platyrhinos and heterodon nasicus.
The western hognose snake heterodon nasicus is a north american species. Western hognose snakes for sale heterodon nasicus awesome. If youre looking for more information on western hognose snake care, youve come to the right place. Their nature, environment, husbandry, breeding and more. Awesome baby albino western hognose snake for sale at the lowest price only at underground reptiles. Heterodon nasicus nasicus we have thousands of exotic reptiles for sale from top breeders from around the world. Bacon plains hognose snake, aka western hognose snake a hognose snake s nose makes the perfect shovel to aide in in finding frogs and toads under fallen leaves. It is considered a native species to colorado, so it is protected by law. These small colubrids are not only cute, but they are wellsuited to captivity and make great pets for families and classrooms. Hognose snake, genus heterodon, any of three species of north american nonvenomous snakes belonging to the family colubridae. When threatened, these snakes hood up similar to a cobra in attempt to scare away the predator. And after that, the list of 10 hognose snake morphs begins.
Lots of great information in here, just wish the book were more available. The most uptodate hognose morph book including 251 full color pictures of over 150 hognose morphs and combos distinguished according to genetic inheritance. The law states that an individual can keep no more than four native snakes, and forbids the shipping, selling, and. Names for pet snakes are as varied as all their different species, sizes, colors, and temperaments. Thus said, it should be noted that no reports of a serious envenomation from these animals exist. Western hognose snakes, mexican black kingsnakes, corn snakes, and rosy boas for sale. They use this nose for digging around in soil to unearth the toads and frogs that are their natural prey.
Describes the physical attributes, habitat, hunting, and mating attributes of the snake known as the hognose. Western hognose are small, nonvenomous snakes from north america. These are considered very docile snakes that can actually flipover and play dead. The western hognose snake has one of the most elaborate bluff behaviors in the snake world. Hognose snake is a common name for several colubrid snake species with upturned snouts. These snakes have won over the hearts of many snake collectors as well as people who are just looking for a great pet addition. They have an upturned snout and are known for their defense ploys, like playing dead.
Last wednesday,when i was in the process of feeding my snakes i was severely bitten by my western hognose. Jawdropping facts about the western hognose snake pet. They are called hognose because of their distinctive upturned nose. Subscribe for monthly specials, new arrivals, and informative articles. Feb 10, 2018 clint talks specifically the western hognose snake heterodon nasicus weighing the merits of these incredible snakes so you can decide if they are the right pet for you. Western hognose snakes are one of the most unique and entertaining snake species available today. Be sure to check out my article in this marapril issue of reptiles magazine, on herpers tv episode hognose heaven, my episodes on herpin time radio and the book designermorphs. The snake may strike at the intruder, but the mouth is. These are the harmless but oftenavoided puff adders, or blow snakes, of north america. Petponder sheds light on the habitat, behavior, diet, and other interesting facts about the western hognose.
Care sheet for western hognose snakes reptiles lounge. By necessity this book was created with hognose morphs in mind, compiling them all in one place for easy viewing pleasure. Western hognose snakesa complete guide to care, breeding morphs and mutations. Gorgeous baby albino anaconda western hognose snakes for sale at the lowest prices only at underground reptiles. Through this book, youll learn all the necessary information you need to know about hognose snakes as well its specific needs when it comes to feeding, breeding, maintenance, licensing, habitat, and many more. The presence of an upturned snout that is spadelike and keeled, in combination with keeled dorsal scales, a darkpatterned belly, a divided anal scale, and the absence of tail rattles and facial pit, distinguishes the western hognosed snake from all other snakes native to montana.
For those just getting into the hognose hobby, this would prove to be an invaluable resource. Bacon plains hognose snake, aka western hognose snake a hognose snakes nose makes the perfect shovel to aide in in finding frogs and toads under fallen leaves. Western hognose snake cutting edge herpetological inc. Spoiler my husband had already opened the box to offer water before making the video because i didnt have a chance to film right away.
We have some fascinating western hognose snakes for sale at ridiculously low prices. These animal ambassadors may visit you when you book a custom animal experience with the zoomobile. Mexican black kingsnakes coral snow corn snakes new high white california kingsnakes new whitewater albino rosy boas arctic western. Its natural range extends from southern canada through the central u. Like with a lot of popular pet reptiles, hognose snakes have been bred to create beautiful colours for these snakes, called morphs. The western hognose snake is an extremely charismatic little colubrid. Heterodon nasicus, plains hognose snake english, western hognose snake english source. A reaction from a western hognose snake bite is very unlikely to involve a trip to the er and any swelling or pain should disappear with a day or two. Hognose snakes are very popular in the reptile pet trade, no doubt due to their adorable upturned noses, and habit of dramatically playing dead when startled.
Heterodon, which occur mainly in the united states and northern mexico. It is a little incomplete in terms of morphs presented in the book, but thats just because a lot has gone in the hobby since this was published. Its color and pattern is highly variable between subspecies, although most specimens appear much like rattlesnakes to the untrained eye, which appears to be batesian mimicry. Some states, such as the state of colorado, have strict laws on keeping the western hognose snake. We hope that this book will be of great help whether you are a newbie or an expert with handling a hognose snake. Chapters detail all aspects of captive husbandry with concise information on.
The western hognose snake heterodon nasicus is among the most endearing and charming of north american species. A kids book of cool images and amazing facts about snakes. Venomous snakes are fascinating pets, but their bite can be deadly unless the right antivenom is administered. These are the harmless but oftenavoided puff adders, or. Jawdropping facts about the western hognose snake pet ponder. Designer morphs western hognose snakes by john berry hardback 25 off retail. I was extending my hand towards her enclosure with a rat pinky when she suddenly bolted upwards and clamped onto my hand, latching on to the meaty part between the thumb and forefinger. As soon as young western hognose snakes hatch they are fully developed, but. Lots of great information in here, just wish the book.
Western hognose snakes are carnivorous and should be fed frozen thawed foods. Baby albino western hognose snake for sale underground reptiles. Common names for heterodon nasicus include blow snake, bluffer, faux viper, plains hognose snake, prairie hognose snake, spoonbill snake, spreadhead snake, texas hognose snake, texas rooter, and western hognose snake. Choose from 100s of books available covering snakes.
The guide includes a natural history section describing varied habitat within the range and phenotypes typical for those regions. A particularly large western hognose snake may move on to the smaller rats when fully grown but an all rodent diet is best. The first and only complete guide to western hognose snakes. Below is a photo of a normal hognose, with no morph. Western hognose snakes are small and the rear teeth are unlikely to peirce your flesh with a quick defensive strike. Morphmarket currently has 278 western hognose for sale listed by 42 western hognose sellers in the united states. Be sure to check out my article in this marapril issue of reptiles magazine, on herpers tv episode hognose heaven, my episodes on herpin time radio and the book. The western hognose is one of the harmless snakes, which is widely preferred as a pet. A snake that is quickly growing in popularity among reptile enthusiasts is the western hognose snake heterodon nasicus. They are easy to breed and are favorites in the reptile hobby. Western hognose adults rarely exceeding a total length including tail of 1520 inches. They can pose a major health risk to their owners and the wider public should they ever escape. They have gained popularity due in part to their attractive coloration, relatively small size, gentle nature and unique behaviors.
Albino western hognose for sale in the united states. It then takes a huge breath, inflating its body dramatically, and releases the air with a loud hissing noise. Piles of information are hidden beneath more and it takes a great deal of work to hash them out. Some snake owners name their snakes based on cultural influences, like books or movies they like. Nature books for children series volume 1 by john yost dec 9, 20. Welcome to bennett reptiles my primary focus is in the captive reproduction and sale of western hognose snake morphs. The most common of the hognoses kept as pets is the western hognose heterodon nasicus. Hognose snakes are sold annually by the thousands and pose little to no real threat to their keepers. Keep on scrolling to see 10 more western hognose morphs. Great book for anyone interested or breeding hognose snakes.
The western hognose snake is a relatively small, stoutbodied snake. Working manuscript of followup volumes to mcdiarmid et al. Have a look at the natural history of the hognose snake and why certain colors arise in different populations. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Known by a variety of names, including the puff or spreading adder, the viperheaded hognose, and the plains hognose, the western hognosed snake heterodon nasicus nasicus was once treated as a marginal colubrid. It could usually be found on preinternet reptile price lists in the miscellaneous section, with other snakes such as thamnophis or masticophis species. Designer morphs western hognose snakes by john berry. Understanding and caring for your snake practical pets series book 1 by david alderton.
Hognose snake habitat, hognose snake shedding, what substrate to use for hognose snakes, hognose snake heating requirements and more. The geographic range of western hognose snakes, heterodon nasicus, extends from southern canada to northern mexico. Though they are opportunists we have found that mice are the best diet for a western hognose snake. Western hognose are indigenous to the western part of the united states all the way from canada to mexico. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Check out both the natural history and morphology of the western plains hognose snake, heterodon nasicus. Baby albino western hognose snake underground reptiles. Others might be more inclined to name their animal based on looks or personalities. If that fails, the hognose snake simply plays dead. Natural history of the hognose snakes, heterodon platyrhinos.
Western hognose snakesa complete guide to care, breeding morphs and mutations on. Baby albino anaconda western hognose snakes for sale. They are named for the upturned snout, which is used for digging. Axanthic means lacking yellow is probably the rarest of the recessive traits to pop up in the western hognose snakes. Thats why there are detailed state laws on the ownership of poisonous snakes. Royal palm beach 2017, softcover, 190 pages more thans 200 colour. With the popularity of albino this new gene will be the key to creating the snow. Clint talks specifically the western hognose snake heterodon nasicus weighing the merits of these incredible snakes so you can decide if they are the right pet for you. Western hognose can live up to 18 years in captivity. Western hognose snake care backwater reptiles blog.
This book will be out of print when the last copies are sold. Some varieties are sexually dimorphic with the females. Western hognose feeds predominately on amphibians, such as large and mediumsized tree frogs,as well as small or mediumsized toads and small lizards. Try browsing the western hognose index if youre looking for something specific. Mexican hognose snake, heterodon kennerlyi kennicott, 1860.
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