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    As already noted, BPs are NOT big on climbing (but corn snakes ARE), so that makes me wonder if your BP has the proper temperatures or sense of security...snakes
    often try to escape when they're either hungry, or uncomfortable for some reason (such as too hot, too cold, hides don't feel secure enough, humidity too low, etc).

    Please double check your temperatures (hi & low) with accurate measuring device. Is the heat controlled by a thermostat? Very important. Also, your BP would likely
    be happier on mulch (rather than paper), as the mulch retains some humidity they need.

    BTW, my corn snakes do most of their climbing at night... I like to attach a basket to their branches- they'll often sleep in it, like a tree house. It's pretty cute.


    You mentioned a fluorescent light in the BPs cage? Very few snakes enjoy being under bright lights...BPs surely do not, that's another reason he may want out.

    It's also risky to swap furnishings between snake cages, as one may harbor germs they are resistant to, & then you'll be sharing them with the other snake who may not be. Same reason it's best not to "re-offer" food items, especially among different kinds of snakes or snakes that came from different sources. Branches can also harbor & "re-home" mites...I'm hoping you've checked your snakes though, & know they're mite-free? (I mention this not knowing how long you've had them, for "best practices" advice.)
    Last edited by Bogertophis; 02-13-2020 at 06:30 PM.
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