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How to Care for Corn Snakes
Contributed by: Sandhu
  • 1. What is the ideal temperature gradient for a corn snake enclosure?
A) 32-40°F (0-4°C)
B) 90-100°F (32-38°C)
C) 75-85°F (24-29°C)
D) 60-70°F (15-21°C)
  • 2. What is the minimum enclosure size for an adult corn snake?
A) 1 gallon
B) 10 gallons
C) 5 gallons
D) 20 gallons
  • 3. What type of substrate is NOT recommended for corn snakes?
A) Aspen shavings
B) Reptile carpet
C) Cedar shavings
D) Paper towels
  • 4. How often should you feed a juvenile corn snake?
A) Every 5-7 days
B) Once a month
C) Every 2-3 days
D) Every 10-14 days
  • 5. What is the primary food source for corn snakes in captivity?
A) Vegetables
B) Live rabbits
C) Frozen/thawed mice
D) Insects
  • 6. How often should you provide fresh water for your corn snake?
A) Weekly
B) Daily
C) Monthly
D) Only when the bowl is empty
  • 7. What is a sign of shedding in corn snakes?
A) Increased appetite
B) Increased activity
C) Cloudy eyes
D) Brightened colors
  • 8. What is the best way to handle a corn snake?
A) Drop it to test its strength
B) Gently support its body
C) Squeeze it tightly
D) Hold it by the tail
  • 9. What humidity level is ideal for corn snakes?
A) 10-20%
B) 70-80%
C) 90-100%
D) 40-60%
  • 10. What is brumation?
A) A period of dormancy
B) A feeding behavior
C) A type of shed
D) A snake disease
  • 11. How often should you clean the entire corn snake enclosure?
A) Daily
B) Never
C) Every 1-2 months
D) Weekly
  • 12. What are some common health problems in corn snakes?
A) Feather loss
B) Respiratory infections
C) Antenna damage
D) Hoof rot
  • 13. What is a good way to provide enrichment for a corn snake?
A) Poke it with sticks
B) Play loud music
C) Provide climbing branches
D) Leave the enclosure empty
  • 14. What is the lifespan of a corn snake in captivity?
A) 15-20 years
B) 1-2 years
C) 5-10 years
D) 50-100 years
  • 15. What type of lighting is necessary for corn snakes?
A) No special lighting needed
B) Black light
C) Heat lamp only
D) UVB lighting
  • 16. What should you do if your corn snake refuses to eat?
A) Check temperature and humidity
B) Force feed it
C) Give it larger prey
D) Poke it until it eats
  • 17. What should you do if you find mites on your corn snake?
A) Wash it with dish soap
B) Ignore them
C) Spray it with perfume
D) Consult a veterinarian
  • 18. What is the scientific name for corn snakes?
A) Python regius
B) Boa constrictor
C) Thamnophis sirtalis
D) Pantherophis guttatus
  • 19. How can you tell the difference between a male and female corn snake?
A) Size
B) Probing or popping
C) Scales
D) Coloration
  • 20. Why is it important to quarantine a new corn snake?
A) Prevent spreading diseases
B) To help it acclimate faster
C) To make it feel lonely
D) To save space
  • 21. What size prey should you feed a corn snake?
A) Twice the size of the snake's head.
B) Slightly larger than the snake's widest point.
C) Very small to avoid choking.
D) Very large to last longer.
  • 22. What is the best way to thaw a frozen mouse for feeding?
A) In the refrigerator or in a bag in lukewarm water
B) Boiling in hot water
C) On the counter at room temperature
D) In the microwave until hot
  • 23. Why should you not handle a corn snake right after it has eaten?
A) They might shed their skin
B) To avoid regurgitation
C) They become more aggressive
D) It upsets their digestion
  • 24. How often should you spot clean the enclosure to remove waste?
A) Once a month
B) Every few weeks
C) Once a year
D) As needed, whenever waste is visible
  • 25. What is the purpose of providing hides in a corn snake enclosure?
A) To use as a toilet
B) To provide a place to bask in the sun
C) To provide security and reduce stress
D) To store food
  • 26. What does it mean if a corn snake is gaping or opening its mouth frequently?
A) Respiratory infection or other health issue
B) It is getting ready to shed
C) It is yawning
D) It is trying to bite you
  • 27. Why is it important to wash your hands before and after handling a corn snake?
A) To avoid getting bitten
B) To make your hands smell better
C) To keep the snake from getting dirty
D) To prevent the spread of bacteria and parasites
  • 28. What type of water should you use for your corn snake?
A) Dechlorinated water
B) Distilled water
C) Salt water
D) Tap water
  • 29. What can happen if the humidity is too low in the enclosure?
A) Overheating
B) Diarrhea
C) Difficulty shedding
D) Scale rot
  • 30. How can you safely raise the humidity in a corn snake enclosure?
A) Sealing the enclosure completely
B) Adding ice cubes to the enclosure
C) Spraying the snake with water
D) Adding a larger water bowl or a humid hide
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