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Colubrid?Unsexed6d ago

Diadem Rat Snake

$125Available

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This animal

Sex: ?Unsexed
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Origin: Acquired stock
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Listing ID: PAULS-COOL-3099

Temperament & handling

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Disposition

Colubrid — Beginner-friendly

Handling

Handles well once settled; expect quick movement.

Adult size

3 – 5 ft

Active, alert and curious — fast-moving but rarely defensive.

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Genetics

0 visual genes

Diet & feeding

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Prey

Mice

Prey size

Slightly wider than the body

Frequency

Every 5 – 7 days

Last fed

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Voracious feeders — a tight-fitting lid is essential.

Typical care for this species

General colubrids guidance, not this animal's current setup. Ask the seller how it is kept now.

Enclosure

Front-opening terrarium

Starter enclosure

10 gal

Substrate

Aspen bedding

Adult enclosure

20 – 40 gal

Warm side

85 – 88°F

Cool side

75°F

Humidity

40 – 50%

Secure lid — colubrids are accomplished escape artists.

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Is it feeding reliably, and on what?
Clean, complete sheds and clear eyes?
Hatch date, weight and current length
Feeding and shed records

From the breeder

The diadem rat snake ( Spalerosophis diadema ), also called the royal diadem or jeweled rat snake, is a fast, active, non-venomous colubrid native to arid and semi-arid regions spanning North Africa, the Middle East, and South/Central Asia (including Pakistan and India) . They grow up to 4 to 6 feet long and feature an iridescent, polished crown of head scales. Physical Appearance & Behavior Appearance: Tan, sandy, buff, orange, or reddish base colors marked with dark or black dorsal blotches. Their narrow snouts and bulging temples give them a distinct, viper-like look. Temperament: Known to be high-energy, defensive, loud hissers, and quick to strike when initially cornered or handled, though they can settle down with consistent, calm interaction. Taxonomy Note: Though commonly called “rat snakes,” they are genetically closer to racers and whipsnakes. Care in Captivity Enclosure: Requires a dry, arid setup with good ventilation. Temperature: Ambient temperatures around 77°F–78°F (25°C–26°C) with a warmer basking spot reaching 87°F–95°F (31°C–35°C). Diet: Carnivorous; thrives on appropriately sized rodents (mice or rats)