Western Hognose Snake, western hognose snake for sale
We have some fascinating Western Hognose snakes for sale at ridiculously low prices. These are considered very docile snakes that can actually flip-over and play dead. They are easy to breed and are favorites in the reptile hobby. When you buy a snake from us, you automatically receive our 100% live arrival guarantee.SALE!. Western Hognose Snake
The western hognose snake is a relatively small, stout-bodied snake. Its color and pattern is highly variable between subspecies, although most specimens appear much like rattlesnakes to the untrained eye, which appears to be Batesian mimicry. Males are considerably smaller than females, with adults rarely exceeding a total length (including tail) of 40–50 cm (15–20 inches). This snake gets its common name, “hognose”, from the modified rostral (nose) scale that is formed in an upturned manner, providing a very “hog-like” look. Additionally, this adaptation makes these snakes adept burrowers.
The species is not dangerous to humans, but there exists scientific debate regarding whether the mild toxins in the hognose’s bite result from saliva, harmful to its preferred wild food source – toads – or an extremely mild venom produced in glands connecting to the hognose’s minuscule rear fangs. In either case, no deaths or systemic effects from the extremely rare bite from this rear-fanged snake have been recorded. Although bites may uncommonly be medically significant, the species is not regarded as venomous.
In captivity, the species has been bred into about 52 different “designer” color morphs.