False Water Cobras?

[theoremofgoats]

Exactly how venomous are these snakes? I'm considering getting one; however, it seems like the internet is pretty divided on this.

Any other tips/information would be awesome too!

[Reinz]

If I were looking for such specific info, I would contact Najakeeper, in the Venomous section. He has quite an extensive collection of Hots. I believe that he has some False Water Cobras. Or maybe they are Water Cobras if there is such a thing.

I believe he even did a video on feeding those snakes some fish if I recollect. Not sure if it was YouTube or just for the forum.

Give him a shout, he's the man!

[tbowman]

If I were looking for such specific info, I would contact Najakeeper, in the Venomous section. He has quite an extensive collection of Hots. I believe that he has some False Water Cobras. Or maybe they are Water Cobras if there is such a thing.

I believe he even did a video on feeding those snakes some fish if I recollect. Not sure if it was YouTube or just for the forum.

Give him a shout, he's the man!

Water Cobras. Way different. FWC is a rear fanged colubrid.

[theoremofgoats]

Ha! I just found the venomous section-I missed it the first time I looked, and I figured colubrid was a fair second choice. Thanks for the direction though!

[dylanjwicklund]

Lol the false water cobra is harmless to humans unless your allergic then it maybe be a little swelling headache and what not nothing bad at all I've been looking into getting one of these snakes

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[Jeffco]

They are a colubrid, so I believe this is the right spot. I have seen a few claims about people having bad reactions, but every first hand account I have read has been nothing more than moderate swelling lasting up to a week. In my experience they are not prone to biting in self defense, but have a heck of a feeding response, so use caution if that is not something you are used to. Their care is pretty easy and they are a hardy snake. Mine seeks out cooler temperatures, mid 70s or so unless she has just eaten. I use a humid hide and she will go in there while shedding. She soaks often but not excessively. Overall one of the coolest snakes I have kept, super active and watches what's going on in the room. Also fun to feed and always ready to eat anything. I would post a picture but I'm new here and it says I can't post attachments.

[theoremofgoats]

Thanks for the info-I'm glad to hear from someone with the snake itself. I have a Brazilian rainbow boa, so I'm very used to an aggressive feeding response. Sounds like this snake isn't much to worry about-just wanted to gather more information before making the commitment, haha.

[Jeffco]

She is a little bigger now and seems to be getting more contrast. This is my partner holding her, and they are not super familiar with snake handling, but honestly Deedee is a pretty trustworthy snake.

[Reinz]

That's a good looking snake.

[BFE Pets]

falsies are like no other snake i've ever handled! personally i'm more comfortable handling a monocled cobra than a false water cobra lol. those things are full of piss and vinegar. its the only snake i've ever seen fully crawl backwards. yes backwards. not just withdrawing part of their body back but actually crawl backwards. I do not keep them but have a couple friends that breed them and they are a very awesome snake in their own rights. as far as venom they are very mild unless you happen to be allergic or allow it to chew on you for a period of time. i'd say no worse than a hognose snake in that department honestly. just keep in mind that they have an extremely high prey drive and move non stop.