While they might be traditionally “beautiful,” the next snake in list of adorable weirdos, the Tentacled Snake (erpeton tentaculatum) is one of the most fascinating predators on the planet, and a remarkable example of the adaptability of snakes.
Next up in our highlight of the adorable weirdos of the snake world is the file snake, or “elephant trunk snake” from the genus Acrochordus.
Social media is chock full of stunning, colourful snakes, but now I want to highlight a few of the adorable weirdos of the snake world.
There just aren’t enough Thank-You’s in the world to express how much I appreciate the support & encouragement I’ve received from local friends, family & friends in the reptile community! Here’s just a few of them sporting their FPS merch! You can get your own here: Visit For Pete’s Snakes…
Ball pythons (aka: python regius or “Royal pythons”) are the most popular pet snake in the world, with thousands of captive breeders and a wide array of “morphs,” which are minor genetic mutations that manifest some amazing patterns & colours. One of the other reasons ball pythons are so popular…
The Shedding Process By: Daniel Hill (Source: Ball-Pythons.net) The process by which a reptile sheds its skin is called ecdysis. This process may last from 9-14 days depending on the reptile. Unlike lizards that generally shed in pieces, snakes will shed in one single piece if provided the proper conditions….
Snakes are the most widespread, diversified predators on the planet, but how do they manage to get around so easily without limbs? With their incredible structure of spine, ribs & muscles, snakes are able to move with ease, but the REAL secret to snake motion is found in their belly…
It’s been a decade since there’s been a survey of amphibians & reptiles in Nova Scotia, so researchers with the Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute are asking Nova Scotians to help them assess the status & distribution of Nova Scotia’s native cold-blooded critters with the 2021 Nova Scotia Herp Atlas on…
One of the reasons I have such a passion for helping kids make a connection with these amazing animals is because snakes suffer from something I call “Dandelion Syndrome.” To a child, dandelions are just a beautiful, yellow flower. Children often gather them & present a lovely bouquet to Mom,…
