Species information
Everglades Rat Snake
Elaphe obsoleta rossalleni
Common name
Everglades Rat Snake
Scientific name
Elaphe obsoleta rossalleni
Family
Colubridae
Appearance
The colour of the everglades rat snake varies with age. Youngsters have grey blotches on an orange/rust background. Adults still have the rust/orange background, but they have 4 stripes running the length of the body.
Locality
Florida, Everglades.
Adult size
5-7 ft.
Approx lifespan
Up to 20 years.
REcomended vivarium size
36x18x28in, larger individuals may require larger vivariums.
Basic set up type
Woodland, use wood and bark to create a few climbing opportunities but bare in mind these snakes are primarily terrestrial. Hides should be put in with the warm and and the cool end of the vivarium.
Diet
A diet of rodents is best for the Everglades Rat Snake.
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