Is a 3ft vivarium OK for a corn snake?

But some people say a 3ft should be fine for fully grown adults.

How do you set up a corn snake vivarium?

The ideal temperature gradient for a corn snake is 24°C-30°C. Create a temperature gradient by placing a basking lamp at the far end of the tank. Then connect it to a thermostat and set it to 30°C. Whenever the tank reaches this temperature, the thermostat will turn the lamp off to prevent the vivarium overheating.

Do Corn snakes need a tall vivarium?

Corn snake vivariums – temperature and lighting An adult needs a vivarium that matches their length, allowing them to stretch out fully, and the minimum width and height must be a third of their length. Make sure it’s a secure and solid material that holds heat and will prevent escape.

Can a terrarium be too big for a corn snake?

Considering that corn snakes are enthusiastic climbers, an even taller enclosure would not go unappreciated. Hatchlings and juveniles have a predator avoidance instinct which compels them to stay hidden while they are small and vulnerable. The predator avoidance instinct weakens as corn snakes age and grow larger.

How often should I feed my corn snake?

If you have trouble feeding your corn snake, please refer to our “Snake Feeding” fact sheet for help. A healthy snake will usually eat about every 7-10 days. An adult will eat 1-3 adult mice at each feeding, depending on the size of the snake.

What should I put in my corn snake enclosure?

Shredded aspen bedding, newspaper or paper towels for the bottom of the tank. Large crock water bowl – big enough to soak in. Moist box (with terrarium moss) for shedding time. Corn Snake Book.

Why is my Corn Snake burrowing?

While snakes like to hide, especially during the day if they’re nocturnal, a snake burying itself in its substrate could be a sign that their enclosures or hides are too small. Wild snakes spend much of their time curled up under rocks or in holes. You can buy hides that look like rocks, dirt, or grass.

What is the best home for a corn snake?

Adult Corn snakes will need at least a 40 gallon terrarium. A secure, lockable slidingscreen lid is essential for safely housing these snakes. Zoo Med’s ReptiHabitat™ terrariums are an excellent choice for Corn snakes. A Repti Shelter™, Habba Hut™, or Cork Bark will provide a secure hiding place to help reduce stress.

What size tank should I get for my corn snake?

20 gallon long
ENCLOSURE SIZE:The enclosure should be a solid glass sided tank long enough to create the two separate temperature gradients (warm and cool); A corn snake tank should be at least a 20 gallon long tank for an adult.

How big does a corn snake vivarium need to be?

If the vivarium isn’t big enough, it can stress your snake out to the point of illness. The width and height of the vivarium can be a third of their length. An adult snake of 60 inches (152 cm) needs a vivarium that is 60 inches (152 cm) long, 20 inches (50 cm) tall, and 20 inches (50 cm) wide.

How big of a cage do you need for a baby corn snake?

A baby Corn Snake can be kept in a large Exo – Terra plastic breeder box measuring around 415 mm x 265 mm x 148 mm. At around six to nine months, you can move your snake to a vivarium measuring around 4 ft x 2 ft x 2 ft. I’d only do this when I feel the snake is feeding well, and doing as a snake should.

How big does a full grown corn snake get?

There is a substantial size difference between baby corn snakes and fully-grown corn snakes. A hatchling could easily live in a shoebox for several months. When a corn snake reaches full maturity, they could be around five feet in length. This means that an adult corn snake will need a vivarium of up to 20 gallons.

Can you put a baby corn snake in a glass tank?

So, avoid putting a baby corn snake into a huge tank straight away. Start off small, and upgrade your snake to larger habitats as it grows. There are 2 main options for your corn’s enclosure: plastic or glass. Wooden vivariums aren’t ideal, as they can grow mold and are difficult to clean. Plastic tubs are the cheapest type of corn snake tank.