Hognose Snakes as Pets. Hognose Snake Facts and Information. Hognose Snake Care, Behavior, Diet, Interaction, Costs and Health., Paperback

A lot of snakes make rewarding pets, but few are quite as fascinating as hognose snakes are. Morphologically and behaviorally unique animals, hognose snakes are very different than most other commonly kept species, and they give keepers the chance to maintain a snake that is as interesting as it is endearing. But to provide one of these snakes with the things he'll need, you'll have to learn as much as you can about their biology, their way of life and the habitats from which they hail. Inside, you will find all of the information you need to give your new pet a good home and care for him properly. By incorporating the methods and techniques other keepers have developed, learning all you can about hognose snakes and remaining observant of your animal's behavior, you'll have a great chance of giving your pet a long, healthy life. The author, Ben Team, is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the natural world. Covered in this book: - Acquisition - Anatomy - Behavior - Biology - Breeding - Captive Considerations - Daily Care - Description - Diet - Ecology - Enclosure - Health - Husbandry - Interaction - Lighting - Maintenance - Monitoring - Myths and Misunderstandings - Taxonomy - The ideal environment .... and much more