ThatGuyAdam
Not so new Member
Hi there, I am new to the reptile world and have just bought my first snake - Coastal Carpet. Did want something that stays a little smaller but am still happy with my new boy.
I am still hesitant towards him though as I have never really handled snakes before and the guy (petshop) I bought it off did not really explain how to. I did handle it for a short time when putting him in his tank (I got it yesterday and only handled it while transferring him to his enclosure - probably about 5min or so) He didn't seem to upset to be handled even though he is only small. What kind of signs will tell me he is upset though? I have never been bitten because I have never owned snakes and I am aware it may not hurt but the initial shock is what I am worried about - I don't want to hurt the cute lil guy.
I am sure I will get use to handling him but is there any pointers I should know.
Also as I have just got the snake how should I first look after it? Some people say to let it settle before feeding him but the person I bought it from said he should be fine to eat straight away as I bought him on a feeding day (he hasn't fed yet though).
Anyways that's my long winded hello, any replies appreciated
Thanks
- ThatGuyAdam
I am still hesitant towards him though as I have never really handled snakes before and the guy (petshop) I bought it off did not really explain how to. I did handle it for a short time when putting him in his tank (I got it yesterday and only handled it while transferring him to his enclosure - probably about 5min or so) He didn't seem to upset to be handled even though he is only small. What kind of signs will tell me he is upset though? I have never been bitten because I have never owned snakes and I am aware it may not hurt but the initial shock is what I am worried about - I don't want to hurt the cute lil guy.
I am sure I will get use to handling him but is there any pointers I should know.
Also as I have just got the snake how should I first look after it? Some people say to let it settle before feeding him but the person I bought it from said he should be fine to eat straight away as I bought him on a feeding day (he hasn't fed yet though).
Anyways that's my long winded hello, any replies appreciated
Thanks
- ThatGuyAdam