How easy is it to care for a California banana king snake?

Care sheet for the California kingsnake (Lampropeltis getula californiae). ... When a snake has this broad of a distribution, and lives in so many habitats and conditions, it is a good indicator that it will adapt easily to a life in captivity. The California kingsnake occurs in ... Gina Cioli/I-5 Studio. Banana California kingsnake. read more

King snakes are easy pets to keep. There are plenty of inexpensive books on basic snake care, as well as several very useful websites. In general, a king snake will need at least a 20 gallon terrarium with a very well-fitting lid. read more

When a snake has this broad of a distribution, and lives in so many habitats and conditions, it is a good indicator that it will adapt easily to a life in captivity. The California kingsnake occurs in California and touches the neighboring states of Oregon, Nevada, Arizona and Baja California. read more

Aspen bedding, newspaper, and Care Fresh are popular with many keepers. Paper towels may be used for lining baby cages. Keep the substrate clean and dry at all times. As with all reptiles, do NOT use cedar or pine shavings. These items are toxic to reptiles. Food: Most California Kingsnakes will be fed a diet of mice throughout their lives. read more