Can you get a hognose snake in UK?

Can you get a hognose snake in UK?

About Western hognose snakes Western hognose snakes are small and popular pet snake in the UK. They will only get to around 3-4ft in length but remain very slender making them easier to handle than pythons or boas.

Can I buy a hognose snake?

Hognose snakes can be purchased from a retail pet store, although they may be rare to find in stock due to their diminished popularity compared to other reptiles.

How much do Hognoses cost?

Common Western Hognoses cost $175 – $250 from a private breeder. Adults are typically closer to $250 and hatchlings are sometimes sold for as low as $175. Morphs such as the Lavender can cost $1,200. In addition to making sure your snake is captive bred you should handle it before purchasing.

Should I get a male or female hognose snake?

Females are bigger, better feeder and more docile. Male are docile too but will go in cobra mode being all hissy a lot more often than females will, even worst when you feed them, you also experience a lot more feeding issues with males.

Are Hognoses venomous?

Western hognose snakes are thought to be phlegmatic and mild captives, and thus, they rarely bite humans when threatened. Therefore, they are generally not viewed as venomous. There are few reports of Western hognose snake bites, but the chief symptoms are edema, redness, blister formation, ecchymoses, and cellulitis.

What size tank does a western hognose need?

Terrarium Size The minimum enclosure size recommended for housing a single western hognose is 18”L x 18”W x 24”H. However, when it comes to choosing a terrarium for pet reptiles, keep in mind that larger is always better! Multiple hognose snakes should not be housed together in the same enclosure.

How bad is a hognose bite?

With all that in mind, be wary that Hognose Snakes are venomous. While their venom is harmless to humans, a bite could cause slight inflammation and irritation. If this happens, we recommend seeing a doctor to have it checked out. Even then, a Hognose Snake bite is far from deadly, and hardly dangerous.