Green tree pythons (Morelia viridis) have a long history of captive reproduction, with more breeders now than ever. While challenges in egg incubation and newborn care have been overcome, this species is not considered easy to breed. Healthy adult animals are essential for any breeding program. Females need sufficient body weight to handle egg production […]

An essential first step to breeding Pantherophis guttatus (formerly classified as Elaphe guttata) is to learn to properly sex your corn snakes. Always check immediately after acquiring them to avoid raising a same-sex pair for years. Probing for hemipenes is the preferred method, and popping (manually everting the hemipenes) works well on juveniles. Most herpetoculturists

Annulated tree boas (Corallus annulatus) are slow to reach sexual maturity, and breeding is not recommended until they are about 5 years old. As live-bearing snakes, they have a very long gestation period. Only breed snakes in excellent health and body condition, and allow a year off between breeding cycles for the female to recover,

Breeding Trans-Pecos rat snakes (Bogertophis subocularis) starts with proper care and feeding. Before breeding this beautiful species, ensure your snakes are properly housed, fed, and identified, and confirm you have an accurately sexed male and female. Choosing the Right Trans-Pecos Rat Snakes For Your Breeding Project: Trans-Pecos rat snakes can be challenging for inexperienced snakekeepers

In the early 1990s, the ball python (Python regius) was a common and inexpensive snake, often a first exotic pet, but frequently overlooked in favor of other species. By the end of the decade, it had become one of the most high-profile and popular snakes in herpetoculture. The turning point came in 1992 with the