What are the eating habits of flying snakes?

Not sure that “flying snake” is actually a good name for the Chrysopelea since it does not really “fly”, which involves being able to gain altitude, too. Maybe gliding would be a more appropriate name. As a diurnal snake (it hunts during the dayti... read more

As a diurnal snake (it hunts during the daytime, and as Han Tao stated, “usual snake eats” is what they eat. Bats might seem unusual until you realize that the Chrysopelea is an EXCELLENT tree climber. read more

Captive snakes who are fed euthanized or frozen/defrosted prey are relying more on the routine of feeding than on their natural hunting instincts. Snake owners who have a problem getting their snakes to eat dead prey often allow the rodents to warm to room temperature, and they might simulate movement by shaking the prey with long forceps. read more