Blood Red Corn Snakes are a selectively bred morph of the common Corn Snake (Pantherophis guttatus), known for their deep red coloration. Their care is the same as other Corn Snakes, but here’s a full guide:
 
1. Enclosure & Habitat
• Tank Size:
• Hatchlings: 10–20 gallons
• Juveniles: 20 gallons
• Adults: 30–40 gallons
• Substrate:
• Aspen shavings (best for burrowing)
• Coconut husk or cypress mulch (holds humidity better)
• Avoid pine and cedar (toxic)
• Hides: At least two (one on the warm side, one on the cool side)
• Climbing & Enrichment: Branches, cork bark, and artificial plants for stimulation
 
2. Temperature & Humidity
• Warm Side: 85–90°F (29–32°C)
• Cool Side: 70–75°F (21–24°C)
• Nighttime Temperature: No lower than 65°F (18°C)
• Humidity: 40–60% (increase slightly when shedding)
• Heating:
• Under-tank heating pad with a thermostat OR
• Ceramic heat emitter (CHE) for overhead heating
• Avoid heat rocks (burn risk)
 
3. Lighting
• UVB: Not necessary but can be beneficial (5–7% UVB)
• Day/Night Cycle: 12 hours light / 12 hours dark
 
4. Diet & Feeding
• Food:
• Hatchlings: Pinky mice (every 5–7 days)
• Juveniles: Fuzzy/hopper mice (every 7 days)
• Adults: Adult mice (every 10–14 days)
• Feeding Tips:
• Use frozen-thawed mice (safer than live)
• Avoid handling for 24–48 hours after feeding to prevent regurgitation
• Feed in the enclosure; moving to a separate container can stress them
 
5. Handling & Temperament
• Handling Frequency: 2–3 times per week (once settled in)
• Handling Tips:
• Support the body fully
• Avoid grabbing from above (mimics predators)
• Be gentle and avoid sudden movements
 
6. Shedding & Hydration
• Signs of Shedding: Dull scales, blue eyes, reduced appetite
• Shedding Help:
• Provide a humidity hide (damp sphagnum moss)
• Soak in lukewarm water if shed sticks
 
7. Health Issues
• Common Problems:
• Mites: Small black dots, excessive soaking
• Respiratory Infections: Open-mouth breathing, wheezing
• Scale Rot: Blisters, discolored belly scales
• Regurgitation: Stress, too large of a meal, handling after feeding
 
8. Lifespan & Growth
• Lifespan: 15–20 years in captivity
• Adult Size: 4–5 feet (sometimes larger)
 
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