How to Identify and Classify Corn Snakes
  • 1. What is the scientific name for corn snakes?
A) Boa constrictor
B) Elaphe obsoleta
C) Thamnophis sirtalis
D) Pantherophis guttatus
  • 2. Corn snakes are native to what continent?
A) Africa
B) North America
C) South America
D) Asia
  • 3. Which of these habitats is most suitable for corn snakes?
A) Ocean depths
B) Desert dunes
C) Arctic tundra
D) Woodlands and fields
  • 4. What is the typical adult size of a corn snake?
A) 3-5 feet
B) 6-8 feet
C) 1-2 feet
D) 10-12 feet
  • 5. What is the primary food source for corn snakes in the wild?
A) Fish
B) Insects
C) Rodents
D) Leaves
  • 6. What is the defining characteristic of a corn snake's dorsal pattern?
A) Solid color
B) Bands
C) Blotches
D) Stripes
  • 7. The 'corn' in 'corn snake' refers to what?
A) The resemblance to kernels of maize
B) The sound they make
C) The shape of their scales
D) Their diet of corn
  • 8. What is the typical temperament of corn snakes?
A) Aggressive
B) Venomous
C) Docile
D) Territorial
  • 9. Which of these is NOT a common color variation in corn snakes?
A) Red
B) Yellow
C) Blue
D) Orange
  • 10. What is the lifespan of a corn snake in captivity, on average?
A) 15-20 years
B) 5-10 years
C) 25-30 years
D) 1-5 years
  • 11. What type of scales do corn snakes have?
A) Smooth
B) Rough
C) Keeled
D) Bumpy
  • 12. What sensory organ do corn snakes primarily use to detect prey?
A) Smell (Jacobson's organ)
B) Touch
C) Sight
D) Hearing
  • 13. What is the term for shedding skin in snakes?
A) Estivation
B) Metamorphosis
C) Ecdysis
D) Hibernation
  • 14. What is a common morph characterized by a lack of dark pigment called?
A) Amelanistic
B) Anerythristic
C) Hypomelanistic
D) Albino
  • 15. What does 'anerythristic' refer to in corn snake morphs?
A) Lack of red pigment
B) Lack of black pigment
C) Increased pigment
D) Lack of yellow pigment
  • 16. What is the function of the 'keel' on a snake scale?
A) Temperature regulation
B) Attracting mates
C) Camouflage
D) Increased traction
  • 17. Are corn snakes venomous?
A) Yes, mildly venomous
B) Yes, highly venomous
C) Only when threatened
D) No
  • 18. What is the typical clutch size for a corn snake?
A) 1-5 eggs
B) 30-50 eggs
C) 10-30 eggs
D) 5-10 eggs
  • 19. What is brumation?
A) A type of mating ritual
B) A period of dormancy
C) A shedding process
D) A defense mechanism
  • 20. Which state is NOT part of the native range of corn snakes?
A) Texas
B) Florida
C) California
D) North Carolina
  • 21. What is a common substrate used for corn snakes in captivity?
A) Aspen shavings
B) Sand
C) Pine needles
D) Gravel
  • 22. What is the ideal temperature gradient in a corn snake enclosure?
A) 75-85°F
B) 90-100°F
C) 50-60°F
D) 60-70°F
  • 23. How often should a young corn snake be fed?
A) Every 5-7 days
B) Every 2-3 days
C) Once a month
D) Every 2 weeks
  • 24. What behavior indicates a corn snake is preparing to shed?
A) Cloudy eyes
B) Increased appetite
C) Increased activity
D) Change in color pattern
  • 25. What is the purpose of a hide box in a corn snake enclosure?
A) Provide water
B) Provide a basking spot
C) Provide food
D) Provide a secure hiding place
  • 26. Which of these is a common health problem in corn snakes?
A) Diabetes
B) Respiratory infection
C) Arthritis
D) Heart disease
  • 27. What should you do if your corn snake is refusing to eat?
A) Lower the temperature
B) Check husbandry and consult a vet
C) Ignore it and wait
D) Force-feed immediately
  • 28. What is a 'motley' corn snake?
A) A patternless or striped morph
B) A brightly colored morph
C) A morph with large blotches
D) A morph with small scales
  • 29. What is the most humane way to dispose of a dead corn snake?
A) Leaving it outside
B) Flushing down the toilet
C) Cremation or burial
D) Throwing in the trash
  • 30. Why is it important to quarantine a new corn snake?
A) To observe its eating habits
B) To acclimate it to your house
C) To prevent the spread of disease
D) To bond with the snake
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