How difficult is it to keep Pine Snake?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

What is the lifespan of Pine Snake?

The average lifespan of Pine Snake is Over 20 years in captivity. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Pine Snake get?

Pine Snake typically reaches 120-230cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Pine Snake?

Pine Snake feeds on: Frozen-thawed mice and rats, poultry such as quail. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Pine Snake?

The price of Pine Snake varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Pine Snake

Intermediate

Pituophis melanoleucus

A large colubrid of the sandy-soiled southeastern United States, patterned with dark blotches over a white or pale brown ground. Adults reach 120-230 cm, are powerfully built, dig readily and produce a very loud defensive hiss.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Lifespan

Over 20 years in captivity

Size

120-230cm

Humidity

40〜70%

Diet

Frozen-thawed mice and rats, poultry such as quail

About

Pituophis melanoleucus is a large non-venomous colubrid of the southeastern United States. Its scientific name comes from the Latin for black and white, describing the dark brown to reddish blotches set on a pale ground. Adults reach 120-230 cm and are heavily muscled. The head is small and slightly pointed with an enlarged rostral scale, an adaptation for digging in sandy soil. After spring mating, three to 24 eggs are laid from June to August in burrows the snake excavates itself, and communal nests where several females lay in one place are known. Incubation takes 64-79 days and hatchlings measure 33-45 cm. The species is famous for the loud hiss produced by a flap in its throat, and it can live over 20 years in captivity.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Lifespan of the Pine Snake

The Pine Snake lives Over 20 years in captivity.

Size of the Pine Snake

The Pine Snake grows to 120-230cm.

Basic Info

Origin

The southeastern United States (New Jersey, Virginia, the Carolinas, Georgia, Alabama, Florida and neighbouring states), in pine woodland on sandy soils

Lifespan

Over 20 years in captivity

Size

120-230cm

Humidity

40〜70%

Care Specifications

Semi-aggressiveSolitaryBreeding: Moderate

Sources: Reptiles Magazine: Pine Snake Care Sheet / Reptile Database / Wikipedia (English)

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Pituophis melanoleucus (Daudin, 1803)

Synonyms: Coluber melanoleucus Daudin, 1803, Churchillia bellona Baird & Girard, 1852, Pituophis melanoleucus lodingi Blanchard, 1924

Authority databases: Reptile Database

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listedIUCN LC · Least Concern

Not listed in the appendices of the Washington Convention. It does not fall under the specific animals listed in the Order for Enforcement of the Law Concerning the Protection and Management of Animals, nor is it designated as an invasive alien species.

Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / Order for Enforcement of the Act on Welfare and Management of Animals (list of designated animals)

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.