Western Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
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Western Hognose Snake care at a glance
A small, charismatic, upturned-nosed digger famous for its dramatic bluffing display. Rear-fanged but medically insignificant to most people.
- Experience level
- Beginner
- Adult size
- Males 14–24 in, females 24–36 in
- Lifespan
- 15–20 years
- Enclosure
- Adults: 36x18x18 in with deep, diggable substrate
- Temperature
- Warm side 88–90°F, cool side 72–75°F
- Humidity
- 30–50% — a dry species
- Diet
- Frozen/thawed mice; some individuals need scenting with toad or tuna at first
- Feeding schedule
- Every 5–7 days
- Handling
- Handles well, though hissing and mock strikes are normal theatre
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