Choosing your first snake

[@ShadowTheDemonWolf77]

I prefer ball pythons 'cause they are docile and they aren't very active. It fits my life style perfectly, and they don't require too much humidity. They are perfect beginner snakes in my opinion. BALL PYTHONS 4 LIFE!

[@savannahstepanowich6578]

+ShadowTheDemonWolf77 50-60 % humidity

[@ShadowTheDemonWolf77]

+Savannah Stepanowich I am aware of the humidity, I have a ball python of my own. Humidity should be above 50% (ranging to 60%-70%) and raise humidity up to 80% when shedding. You should never have too high of a humidity because they can get scale rot and never too low because they'll get RI.

[@nathanmaynard131]

Corn snakes do get larger than five feet and thicker than what you said if they are fed and well and kept in a suitable enclosure. They are very docile though and are very beautiful. I personally own a hypo corn snake and he's the sweetest snake. Def. would recommend a corn snake to anyone, beginner or not.

[@me-rg9ul]

Anyone else have this problem?:You have a snake and people think you worship satan, like wtf.I have a Ball Python named Willow and people always ask what religion I am.

[@jordanvoegeli7235]

i did at first, from my family sadly. but i bought mine with my own money and took care of him and he didn't bother anyone. Soon my family got used to him and i just stopped caring what people thought.

[@alinelaura7714]

The Classy Cremello Where do you live? That's really weird ._. My VERY religious parents don't like being around it because they think it's gross, but... It's just an animal.

[@itsjared7298]

They are not myths they are real. It is sad though, Satan did become a snake, but all snakes are not satan or satanic.

[@dawnmoon90]

I lived only in the UK and China, so no problems for me, and people are always super curious. But I guess if you live in a very religious country like the U.S. then it could be a problem.

[@LolliGiggles]

Oh my goodness you did my request! This was very helpful, thank you so much. I've had plenty of reptiles and lizards before, just never a snake :) You're videos have always been helpful. I'd been thinking of corn snakes as my first snake, and I was glad to have some extra info on it, and others as well :)

[@SnazzyNikki]

Yes they would be but you should provide a nice heat source for them and be careful while you take them out the cage cause you'll need to dig through the sand to find them and they can latch on your hand and take a bite from being mistaken

[@ronymayrony]

Thank you, he seems to enjoy it in his new room!

[@summerlavallee6503]

This video is a great way to show people what snake they should get first thanks snazzynikki

[@andreadigeronimo87]

my red tail boa has never struck at me or acted aggressive, she is my best friend and i love her so much! :)

[@HylomantisLemur]

Be confident. A corn snake bite won't hurt. Just reach in very deliberately and pick it up, avoiding touching near the head and making sure the body is well supported. Maybe try your local pet shop and ask if you can hold one?

[@gerrygennasty7232]

My dream is to find a beautiful woman like her that loves snakes and the sport of boxing.

[@diallom9875]

me 2

[@SnazzyNikki]

Garter snakes feed on feeder fishes and they are great beginner snakes, they're naturally docile too :)

[@TAMJ816]

Your videos are SO helpful, and all of your pets are so adorable! I only have a bearded dragon right now, but I know at some point in my life I will be getting a snake, so these videos are extremely helpful! :)

[@ccisthesekxs]

You're beautiful

[@zafranahmed9920]

Nikki first of all i would like to say thank you a lot for your advice as it has really helped me. im very new to snakes and i have never had one as a pet and i have watched your videos as well as others and i have learned a lot. I now face one problem. i love both Corn snakes and Ball Pythons and i am aware that corn snakes would be better first pets then ball pythons. but in your opinion which snake would be a lot friendlier and which snake do you think would be good recommendation for some one like me?

[@jatinkiran7626]

Not Nikki, but as a person that owns ball pythons and has dealt with Corns and Milks, I personally prefer Ball Pythons, they're far less skittish, they come in loads of different morphs, they're perfect pets if you want to chill in front of a computer screen or the TV with it just chilling out on your hand or around your neck. Overall I'd say ball pythons are better handler snakes than Milks/Corns. But that's just my opinion.

[@jenaipaspeur]

Please make a tutorial on setting up an enclosure for a first-time snake. Thanks! Planning on getting 4 Corns soon :)

[@toddb1765]

How do you control the humidity in a glass tank enclosure? I know I need to get a humidity gage, but do you rely on the humidity in your house, or can you control the humidity more accurately in the tank itself?

[@UnoBadBadger]

13:47 The two of them just looking at eachother like, god damnit... lol

[@lilGarrett13]

@Emily Lyboult yes they are they are very mellow snakes and a very good pet to have

[@TheMusicwiz11]

not only can anacondas, burmese, and retics be aggressive, but they generally exceed 10 feet! lot to handle for a beginner... lots of mula tooo!

[@alyssakubala1634]

You are super lucky to have all these animals

[@SnazzyNikki]

Depending on what species of snake you're getting, if you're getting an adult king snake, i would strongly advise you to keep them apart.

[@SnazzyNikki]

Hognose are sometimes known to go on hunger frenzies just like king snakes and mistaken your hand as food, if you ever got bitten, that is not nice at all since they're mildly venomous. So i disagree on hoggies as beginner snakes. And yes i've cared for many many hoggies

[@NeonAera]

Great video. I'm going to try a corn snake and work my way up. Pretty cool little guys. I got a question. Would a corn snake or other snakes try to bite me my hand if I touched one of my cats? Thanks.

[@bikerbeast82]

best first snake. i have over 70 snakes an 15 different species and i started with a corn.

[@NeonAera]

Real nice man! I'll see if I can get one corn.

[@Ayu021]

Ball Python is my favorite snake overall :) I had one and she is a sweetheart~

[@SnazzyNikki]

I would recommend more of the western rat snakes, texas, everglades etc etc

[@SnazzyNikki]

Most should be trained to take frozen thawed pre-killed but some may refuse to have those and you'd need to feed live.

[@OmenRA009]

Also a how to set up your cage and your cage choices would be great.

[@brooke_6589]

hey nikki i was wondering whats your fave reptile?

[@Neorish1]

where do you kept all of them

[@EllePlowPlow]

What level would you place boas? Thanks for the video! :)

[@SnazzyNikki]

Crested gecko, leopard gecko, corn snake, ball python, pacman frog etc etc :)

[@joshlee3895]

btw i had a snake under fed and it was ball python never struck me or bitten me eve shared a tank with my female but we fed i take them out to feed... truely a nice great snake they are very hearty how i raised mine was different to most ppl but i had super high humidity to it with there water basin under a heater to have that thick sticky heat going on where they thrive on.... mainly 92-94 degrees i fed a 2 1/2 male n a 3 1/4 female a jumbo mice every 4 days... n those days jumped the temp to 96 degrees which is unheard of i know.... but helps digest such a big kill for there normal size... after a day u level it back offf.... i never had no heating lamp either .... put thin layer of treee bark over the heater on a aquarium with the water basin over it... DOESS WONDERS... also a great tip if ur willing... fill up a bath of warm water... not hot nor too coooll.... just a nice war water temp let them swim.. n drink n relax they enjoy that for a good shdding with a semi-crse object to rub off off for when they shed to catch on to or cling... to actually strip there old shedding off..... honestly ur 17 n a girlllll n ur doing a outstanding job!!! thanks for these yt vids... idk if ur korean or chinese tbh... but never met a asian who likd reptiles...... btw i came here from sharla vids from japan!!!!!!!

[@LungusForzsamov]

Hey Nikki , Im getting a ball python soon and I was wondering 2 things. 1. What should I do about humidity? 2. Should I have a hide?

[@garrettmchenry1826]

Thank u very much for the info.We might be getting a corn snake soon,but we will see...

[@awesomenesschannel6853]

I am way over reptiles ( I hade a gecko ) but I love watching your videos Nikki keep up the good work!;)

[@tutrixhemi3371]

what reptile do you recomend to start off with if you are a beginer

[@SnazzyNikki]

It depends in which species

[@kunpark1370]

i think a corn snake is good for me because it is active and not picky ... w8 corn shakes eat live animals also right..

[@emmasabanovic4760]

Preferably not live, they have to be freezed or pre killed. Safer for the snake

[@joepinder54]

Which rat snake do you recommend most for a first rat snake I've had other snakes and other various reptiles which I've still got

[@WolfiKurisu]

Hey, not to butt in, or disregard Nikki's advice, coz I'm sure she knows more than me, but snakes actually scare pretty easy, especially around things which are new to them..I'd keep the pets apart, just in case the snake strikes out of fear or something..A bite alone could do a lot of damage. Good luck =)

[@blubutterfly601]

I have a female corn snake and she is the first reptile i have owned i was wondering if she ever bit me how would you make her let go? she is very docile normally i just think being prepared would be helpful :)

[@berriesncreme51]

Should i get a spotted python as a first snake? Ive owned leapord geckos before. I want something not too big and not too quick moving

[@sebastianfritz8180]

Love this! Love your videos, very helpful!! :)

[@sassieJify]

can you do video on how to take care of your snakes and in your country do you need lisciens?

[@MsGirlygamer]

Colubrids are a "family" of snakes. Constrictors are snakes that kill their prey by constriction- it is not a taxonomic classification. Many colubrids are also constrictors, such as rat snakes and milk snakes.

[@bellazendayaariana]

had you ever been bitten by one off your snakes? And if you did did you have to go to the hospitle?

[@EXISTENTIALization]

Would you consider an Anaconda once trained a snake that can be handled? Also which species between those would be most docile/easiest to tame

[@Luvsold]

would you prefer a california king for a beginner?

[@ductapevideos1]

also how often should you feed a king snake?

[@devonkremer4062]

I recommend a kenyan sand boa. Stay between 3 feet and are very docile. I have one. They are great starters.

[@chinosantos2740]

Where do you get your snakes? I'm having a hard time finding a site where they can ship snakes here in asia

[@Chromehounds246]

I live in California what's a good type of reptile for the climate here?

[@PixieStick1300]

I love your vids you are so fun to watch:) thank you for the great ADVICE!!!!

[@Datogskiibenz]

my cousin has a corn snake should I get one or get a king snake and how much does snakes cost

[@mnooooooo]

Would you recommend a corn snake????

[@lunawildlife9784]

I love the patterns on the albino rat snake

[@NoctemSC]

Good video, I'd argue your point on all king snakes being good eaters. I've had mountain king snakes for many years and I can say without hesitation that they are NOT good eaters, one of the pickiest collubrid species i've owned. However, many other variants like the California king and mexican king snakes are amazing eaters.

[@lawrenceshuda]

Fantastic advice. Thanks.

[@alfieslush1952]

in my opinion rough green snakes are the best and they are very sweet not once have I got bit or even attempted

[@ronymayrony]

hey, i love your videos and would love to have the pets you have!! (hope to be a zoo vet) i have got a Bull snake as my first and many people tell me how aggressive they are but he's the sweetest and most calmest snake iv seen! xxx would it be ok to put him in a room with mammals (degus). the rooms pretty long and he would be the other side but im not sure if its the best idea, any advice? thank you xxx

[@assyazerrad2241]

We're do you get snakes

[@awakethemaster]

which small snake do you recommend?

[@saijuification]

is a problem if i keep 2 corn snake in the same place

[@croissantpanda96]

Are there any dangers of owning a corn snake?

[@missalaya7449]

Not really, but of course if you have a cat be very cautious

[@jcawesomeness531]

Some places consider them a pest and, like rabbits, you can be fined for keeping them in some places.

[@qvicksilver2604]

Alaya Basinger this may be a dumb question but why would having a cat be a problem? (i dont know much about snakes)

[@missalaya7449]

Destiny Miller Because cats will kill small animals.

[@qvicksilver2604]

oh, ok thank you!

[@BethaneeBelton]

do you take care of venomous snakes

[@hannahwalters4820]

did it hurt when ball pythons bit

[@skysgirl9562]

Hi I live in Australia and do ya think a boa would be k 4 a biginer

[@mitchellsmith5658]

i love your hair and you have great pets :) x

[@3g00fy4]

I really want my first constrictor. The ball pythons. But is it possible to keep one and only feed it frozen/thawed? I'd rather feed frozen than live :((

[@SnazzyNikki]

Once or twice at most every week

[@Chromehounds246]

What's the snake with the horn on it?

[@garrettlarson2443]

I had a California king snake until it got a atitude and soon we sent it to my dads friend then i had a small brown field snake for little while then my step dad told me to give it back to my real father i really want a good snake to have. Need small suggestions please.

[@lilysmith6726]

What do you think the most affordable, friendly, pet snake? (Not too big, at the max about 4 ft) I would really like pet snake, but I don't know what one? Thank you guys!!

[@emmasabanovic4760]

A normal ball python is anywhere from 50-150 dollars

[@SnazzyNikki]

Check out my video on corn snake care :) that should sum some things up but if you have any additional questions please feel free to inbox me

[@czechmeowt2868]

I really want a snake but my parents just say "oh do whatever when you move out" :( I've cared for animals in the past and volunteered at animal shelters, all i want is a lil' corn snake to have chill in my room. awww

[@itsjared7298]

That is exactly the same thing my parents say, you quoted it.

[@benjaminkarason7242]

I got a female yellow corn and a red male corn they are soon going to breed

[@brittanyrichards7275]

I want to get my first snake, that being a ball python! but im kinda scared on taking it out of the tank. could you do a video on how to take them out of their tank/bin without freaking them out or making them aggressive please!! :) - love your videos!

[@sunkiis]

would you own a leaf tailed gecko's and newts ?

[@reptiledude3905]

Hey Nikki sometime could you make a video on how to set up a corn snake tank? And cool pet by the way!

[@declahnabbett7979]

I've only had Anolis carolinensis and Blue Tailed Skinks before but i had them for about 6 mounths them my Grandmother made me let them go but they will still show up on my house sometimes

[@nwoav3ng3r78]

how do I choose

[@themguys1j8]

i just got a spitting cobra today he is spitting this stuff all over but omg it burns so bad when i get it on me any idea why he is spitting so much?

[@i-love-reptilesok4684]

I want to get a pink corn snake but i cant find the price

[@LisaSmithtm]

I'd love to have a snake, but I just can't feed them anything higher in race than insects. I read about grass snakes, they are insect eaters. Could you make a video about them?

[@kayladrury6036]

How do you know so much about so many animals? And how do you have so many pets?? :) it's fascinating!

[@dmfltv3143]

Is corn snake the smallest I don’t want a snake that grows big at all big ones scare me but I like little ones I dunno why

[@Jamesah1975]

Excellent advise. Thank you :)

[@SnazzyNikki]

Hey! Actually i keep my mammals and reptiles in different rooms. So maybe you should do that :)

[@flyhigh3454]

I love hog's i have 5 of them :), It would be so cool if you would show me some that you have in the shop you work at, i enjoy watching your video's keep up the good work

[@coolgirl23145]

How do you 'see' when a snake wants to bite you or not?

[@Lacrypanties]

Yuno Hellsing Depends on the snake, but most snakes will give you warnings, such as coiling, hissing, etc. Smaller snakes like rat snakes will actually strike at you with their mouths closed a few times to scare you away, and rattle their tails to imitate a rattle snake. The best way to learn if a snake is going to bite you or not, is too handle the snake often, learn their personality like you would any other animal. By doing that not only will you learn the tell tale "I'm going to bite" signs but you'll actually reduce the risk of being bitten. That being said, please don't handle your snakes too often until they are comfortable in their home, it can cause them extra stress and they will associate being handled with stress instead of enrichment.

[@coolgirl23145]

LACRYPANTS 🙏thank you!

[@ShadowTheDemonWolf77]

It makes an S shape with its head and front part of its body.

[@cartoon831]

It's been over a month and a half and my ball python still has shed below his head I feel bad

[@emmasabanovic4760]

I have about 12 snakes. 13 before my kingsnake tried to eat himself and it didn't turn out too great. His name was Rico

[@kunpark1370]

Are u saying its still ok to keep a rhino rat snake for a beginner snake cuz i like rhino rat snakes and i never tried having a snake

[@ShadowTheDemonWolf77]

She's referring to how difficult rhino rat snakes are. Necessarily you shouldn't get them as your first cause of their aggression and requirements.

[@lucyheartfillia6761]

They are cold blooded wich means they cannot heat themselves so rely on surrounding heat sources to heat their body.

[@prestonpatterson9650]

do you have a corn snake?

[@lovesprung4]

dose it hurt to get bitten

[@clubpenguinshowzab]

You're so pretty -3 Oh my gosh your eyes..*_* do you use liquid liner or pencil?

[@Scrappymuscle]

good advice I prefer if I got my first snake would be a ball python morph cheap up to or a rainbow boa or rosy patternless boa

[@Fayedxmilkshaik]

Nikki where are you now?! 😩 I need more videos! 🙈🙆

[@PixieStick1300]

Thanks for the advice!!!

[@kaylakuczaj3268]

Where do you get your snakes

[@emmasabanovic4760]

You can get them online or at expos. I don't advise getting them at pet stores