Snakes
Snakes
THE YELLOW RATSNAKE
by Chris Montross of Darkhorse Herpetoculture - Photos by author and Lance Jarzynka
In the extreme southeastern United States there lives a snake of beauty beyond compare, the Yellow Ratsnake.
Originally described by Holbrook in 1836 as...
Articles
Hidden Beauty – The Mangrove Saltmarsh Snake
By Chris Montross - Darkhorse Herpetoculture
A true gem of the Southeast is found hiding deep in the biting fly and mosquito ridden mangrove forests of the coastal waters of south Florida.
The Mangrove Saltmarsh Snake...
Product Reviews
Product Review: Katchy Indoor Insect Trap
By Justin Smith
Ah, spring. The wonderful time of year when breeding season, at least for most of us, is kicking off! For whatever reason, this is also the season where I notice fruit flies...
Product Reviews
Product Review: Zep Antibacterial Disinfectant
By Justin Smith
I’m always on the perpetual search of THE best disinfectant for my herp room and cages. I’ve used F10 in the past and loved it but the inconsistent availability coupled with a...
Tips
Emergency Prep: Power Outtages, Reptiles, & the Cold
By Christian Parr
Keeping reptiles in captivity is fun, rewarding and, for most of us, it's down right addicting. But the hobby is full of challenges that will always test our abilities and ways of...
Tips
Reptilian Transference: Tips for Transporting Herps Safely
By Phil Wolf
If you’re reading this magazine, we’re to assume you own, or plan to own, reptiles or amphibians. That being said, there may be a time when one must transport their pet, and...
Product Reviews
Product Review: ZooMed Repti Shedding Aid
Review by Justin Smith
There are few things more frustrating than an animal that has bad sheds! While we, as keepers, try to do our best to keep bad sheds from happening but at some...
Snakes
Heat Pits Explained!
By Paul Donovan
The detection mechanism of prey within the snake families is predominantly achieved through the use of the tongue (via pheromones), and eyes (visually); this is a pretty standard organization, irrespective of the...
