Kingsnake Care Sheet

Beginner

Complete care guide for Kingsnake. Follow these guidelines to provide optimal husbandry and health for your pet.

Overview

North American snakes known for consuming other snakes. Aggressive feeders. Hardy and beginner-friendly.

40-gallon breeder minimum. Secure lids essential (eat other snakes). Hides.

Warm side: 85-90°F. Cool side: 75-80°F. Thermal gradient.

Low to moderate (40-60%). Provide water bowl. Good ventilation.

12:12 light/dark cycle. UVB beneficial. Not required.

Enthusiastic feeders. Frozen-thawed mice/rats. Never house together. Feed every 7-10 days.

Docile and handleable. Quick strikers if hungry. Handle carefully. Support body.

Hardy species. Few health issues. Watch for obesity. Live 15-25+ years.

Excellent shippers. Aggressive eaters, no feeding during acclimation.