{"product_id":"ghost-motley-corn-snake-1","title":"Ghost Motley Corn Snake #1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertain provinces require permits for the keeping and transportation of reptiles, with the Eastern Cape being one such province. Permit approval processes may take up to one month, depending on the relevant authority. It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure that any required captivity permits are applied for and approved prior to the purchase or transport of any reptile.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"651\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe will issue the necessary transport permit from the store’s name to the buyer’s name for the transfer of the animal. Thereafter, it remains the buyer’s responsibility to apply for and obtain the required captivity permit in accordance with their provincial regulations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"125\"\u003e(\u003cem data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"124\"\u003ePantherophis guttatus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"455\"\u003eCorn Snakes are one of the most popular pet snakes in the reptile hobby thanks to their manageable size, calm temperament, and straightforward care requirements. Their beautiful patterns, wide range of morphs, and generally excellent feeding response make them an ideal choice for beginner and experienced reptile keepers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"460\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xcqxqb\" data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"794\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"493\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn Snake\u003cbr data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"507\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"527\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"551\"\u003ePantherophis guttatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"554\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90–150cm (some larger specimens possible)\u003cbr data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"614\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"627\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–20+ years\u003cbr data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"643\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"659\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally calm, curious, and easy to handle\u003cbr data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner friendly\u003cbr data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eActivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mostly crepuscular \/ nocturnal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"799\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3hlrmb\" data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eEnclosure Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1waepn3\" data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"854\"\u003eMinimum Enclosure Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eHatchlings \/ Juveniles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 x 30 x 30cm\u003cbr data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"900\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"915\"\u003eSub-adults:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 x 45 x 45cm\u003cbr data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"944\"\u003eAdults:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 x 60 x 60cm recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003eCorn Snakes are active explorers and excellent escape artists, so a secure enclosure is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jfxxso\" data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eEnclosure Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eRecommended:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cnkgpi\" data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eSecure warm hide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12ndar4\" data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eSecure cool hide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qfwpxa\" data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eAdditional hides \/ décor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r1ohid\" data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003eWater bowl large enough for soaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ocriib\" data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eBranches \/ climbing opportunities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kcu8br\" data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003eCork bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2n8emp\" data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eArtificial or live plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q0d3hx\" data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eSecure locking lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003eCorn Snakes are primarily terrestrial but enjoy climbing and exploring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"y6bepj\" data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eHeating \u0026amp; Temperature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1l468p1\" data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003eDay Temperatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eWarm side ambient:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28–30°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003eWarm basking \/ hotspot:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–32°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eCool side:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–26°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rmpbb9\" data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eNight Temperatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eCan safely drop to:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003e20–24°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rbhcs4\" data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003eHeating Equipment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eRecommended:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qva6oo\" data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eHeat mat (thermostat controlled)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14ug990\" data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003eCeramic heat emitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"74fomk\" data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eDeep heat projector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3gggoz\" data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eRadiant heat panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1780\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1780\"\u003eNever use heating equipment without a thermostat.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1gsuvng\" data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003eIdeal humidity:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e40–60%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003eDuring shedding:\u003cbr\u003eHumidity may be increased slightly or a humid hide provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eToo much humidity for prolonged periods can contribute to respiratory problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1tg0txg\" data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eSuitable options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e✅ Aspen bedding\u003cbr data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003e✅ Lignocel\u003cbr data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003e✅ Coconut husk (if monitored)\u003cbr data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e✅ Paper towel (quarantine \/ hatchlings)\u003cbr data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003e✅ Reptile-safe naturalistic substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2238\"\u003eAvoid:\u003cbr\u003e❌ Cedar \/ pine\u003cbr data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003e❌ Dusty bedding\u003cbr data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003e❌ Permanently damp substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2243\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1alyfdz\" data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1y3cgmn\" data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2271\"\u003eHatchlings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003eEvery \u003cstrong data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003e5–7 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vmez4n\" data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003eJuveniles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003eEvery \u003cstrong data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003e5–7 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1wsot5g\" data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003eSub-adults\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003eEvery \u003cstrong data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003e7–10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"if6bjx\" data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003eAdults\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2393\"\u003eEvery \u003cstrong data-start=\"2379\" data-end=\"2393\"\u003e10–14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ynen8a\" data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2403\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2404\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003eAppropriately sized frozen-thawed rodents:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2535\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1aetevu\" data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2461\"\u003ePinkie mice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vt6in4\" data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003eFuzzy mice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a0q3a2\" data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2488\"\u003eHopper mice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ppv9oi\" data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003eAdult mice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bgzxia\" data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2535\"\u003eSmall rats (larger adults only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2537\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003eFeed prey no larger than approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003e1–1.5 times the widest part of the snake.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2679\"\u003eFrozen-thawed is strongly recommended over live feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2684\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xkqas0\" data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2694\"\u003eWater\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003eFresh clean water should always be available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2774\"\u003eChange daily or whenever soiled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2776\" data-end=\"2825\"\u003eCorn Snakes may soak, especially during shedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2830\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3po0ju\" data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"2843\"\u003eHandling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2844\" data-end=\"2896\"\u003eCorn Snakes are generally excellent handling snakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2898\" data-end=\"2903\"\u003eTips:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e0jodh\" data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"2946\"\u003eAllow 5–7 days settling in after arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v8qxlc\" data-start=\"2947\" data-end=\"2990\"\u003eAvoid handling for 48 hours after feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6xd2j5\" data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3018\"\u003eSupport the body properly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mv6bss\" data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3050\"\u003eHandle calmly and confidently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g95uue\" data-start=\"3051\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003eJuveniles may be quicker and more flighty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"lbbmcb\" data-start=\"3101\" data-end=\"3112\"\u003eShedding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3113\" data-end=\"3119\"\u003eSigns:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3120\" data-end=\"3188\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gi7vye\" data-start=\"3120\" data-end=\"3131\"\u003eDull skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"aqh0gr\" data-start=\"3132\" data-end=\"3150\"\u003eBlue\/cloudy eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n90rgk\" data-start=\"3151\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003eReduced appetite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dpin9p\" data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3188\"\u003eIncreased hiding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3190\" data-end=\"3197\"\u003eEnsure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3254\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ebmtkf\" data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3216\"\u003eCorrect humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xwcqxj\" data-start=\"3217\" data-end=\"3230\"\u003eFresh water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6a5f7q\" data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3254\"\u003eSuitable temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3256\" data-end=\"3299\"\u003eCheck tail tip and eye caps after shedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3301\" data-end=\"3304\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"sn3wcg\" data-start=\"3306\" data-end=\"3317\"\u003eCleaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6ygc3j\" data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3328\"\u003eDaily\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3329\" data-end=\"3384\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ruhewx\" data-start=\"3329\" data-end=\"3347\"\u003eSpot clean waste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6oac80\" data-start=\"3348\" data-end=\"3363\"\u003eRefresh water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"184bij5\" data-start=\"3364\" data-end=\"3384\"\u003eCheck temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mjn8mn\" data-start=\"3386\" data-end=\"3396\"\u003eWeekly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3397\" data-end=\"3440\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u6cu90\" data-start=\"3397\" data-end=\"3416\"\u003eInspect enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14mtoyi\" data-start=\"3417\" data-end=\"3440\"\u003eClean décor if needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1eibwrn\" data-start=\"3442\" data-end=\"3453\"\u003eMonthly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3454\" data-end=\"3511\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pym434\" data-start=\"3454\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003eFull enclosure deep clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oniknw\" data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3511\"\u003eReplace substrate as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3513\" data-end=\"3516\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"17roiim\" data-start=\"3518\" data-end=\"3541\"\u003eCommon Health Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3542\" data-end=\"3552\"\u003eWatch for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3554\" data-end=\"3667\"\u003e⚠ Stuck shed\u003cbr data-start=\"3566\" data-end=\"3569\"\u003e⚠ Respiratory infections\u003cbr data-start=\"3593\" data-end=\"3596\"\u003e⚠ Mites\u003cbr data-start=\"3603\" data-end=\"3606\"\u003e⚠ Mouth rot\u003cbr data-start=\"3617\" data-end=\"3620\"\u003e⚠ Dehydration\u003cbr data-start=\"3633\" data-end=\"3636\"\u003e⚠ Weight loss\u003cbr data-start=\"3649\" data-end=\"3652\"\u003e⚠ Regurgitation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3669\" data-end=\"3672\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"lfo4ud\" data-start=\"3674\" data-end=\"3700\"\u003eCompatibility \/ Housing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3701\" data-end=\"3722\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3701\" data-end=\"3722\"\u003eBest kept singly.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3724\" data-end=\"3823\"\u003eCorn Snakes should not be housed together due to stress, feeding competition, and potential injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3825\" data-end=\"3828\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rc35ut\" data-start=\"3830\" data-end=\"3853\"\u003eFeeding Guide by Age\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"3854\" data-end=\"4031\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"3854\" data-end=\"3881\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3854\" data-end=\"3881\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3854\" data-end=\"3860\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eAge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3860\" data-end=\"3881\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eFeeding Frequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"3910\" data-end=\"4031\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3910\" data-end=\"3940\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3910\" data-end=\"3922\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHatchling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3922\" data-end=\"3940\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEvery 5–7 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3941\" data-end=\"3970\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3941\" data-end=\"3952\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eJuvenile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3952\" data-end=\"3970\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEvery 5–7 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3971\" data-end=\"4002\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3971\" data-end=\"3983\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSub-adult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3983\" data-end=\"4002\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEvery 7–10 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4003\" data-end=\"4031\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4003\" data-end=\"4011\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAdult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4011\" data-end=\"4031\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEvery 10–14 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4033\" data-end=\"4036\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9ghvog\" data-start=\"4038\" data-end=\"4056\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4057\" data-end=\"4275\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d4bfwc\" data-start=\"4057\" data-end=\"4103\"\u003eCorn Snakes are outstanding beginner snakes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pxagaz\" data-start=\"4104\" data-end=\"4155\"\u003eThey are highly inquisitive and capable climbers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8jueii\" data-start=\"4156\" data-end=\"4226\"\u003eSecure enclosures are essential—small gaps can become escape routes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"i1auxf\" data-start=\"4227\" data-end=\"4275\"\u003eGood husbandry is the key to long-term health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4277\" data-end=\"4280\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1pfindn\" data-start=\"4282\" data-end=\"4315\"\u003eIs a Corn Snake Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4316\" data-end=\"4459\"\u003eGreat if you want:\u003cbr\u003e✔ A beginner-friendly snake\u003cbr data-start=\"4362\" data-end=\"4365\"\u003e✔ Reliable feeder\u003cbr data-start=\"4382\" data-end=\"4385\"\u003e✔ Manageable adult size\u003cbr data-start=\"4408\" data-end=\"4411\"\u003e✔ Calm temperament\u003cbr data-start=\"4429\" data-end=\"4432\"\u003e✔ Beautiful morph variety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4461\" data-end=\"4541\"\u003eNot ideal if you want:\u003cbr\u003e✘ A very sedentary display snake\u003cbr data-start=\"4516\" data-end=\"4519\"\u003e✘ A communal reptile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4543\" data-end=\"4546\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1q5mnt6\" data-start=\"4548\" data-end=\"4588\"\u003eCoastal Aquariums \u0026amp; Pet Supplies Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4589\" data-end=\"4729\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA healthy Corn Snake should have:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4623\" data-end=\"4729\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eClear eyes, smooth sheds, strong body 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