Cape File Snake Info Wanted

[sissysnakes]

Hey guys,
A while back I picked up a pair of wild caught adult Cape File snakes in a trade. They seem to be doing well, but I have been trying to find out more info regarding their captive care. If you or someone you know have kept these animals or especially if you have successfully bred them I would love to pick your brain. Please reply, or PM me with contact info. Thanks!!


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[Yodawagon]

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[Albert Clark]

I believe they are the most ancient species and have survived extinction. Check your local state laws bc they may be a protected species at least on the state level. They inhabit Savannah and forests. They are described as non venomous. However they can get to be 1 meter in length

[sissysnakes]

Pictures........

I gave the female to a friend, so I don't have photos available but here is the male. He is currently being treated for parasites and I am working on fattening him up a bit. You can see he is pretty heavily scarred, I don't think that will get much better but I really like him. I have done research on their geographic range and climate, and would like to breed them, but first I was hoping for more info on what has worked for others in captivity.

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[bcr229]

You might find some people who keep them in the "Rare and Uncommon Reptile Discussion Group" on Facebook.

[sissysnakes]

You might find some people who keep them in the "Rare and Uncommon Reptile Discussion Group" on Facebook.

Thanks, thats a good idea ill try cross posting there.

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