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Price
$75 - $400
25% Deposit to Reserve
$19
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🇬🇧 UK approx £59 · 🇦🇺 AU approx A$116
Beginner Level
🧬 Captive Bred
King Snake for Sale
Origin: Captive Bred · Ships to: USA, UK, Canada, Australia
The King Snake is one of the most sought-after exotic animals available today. King snakes are hardy, beautiful, and known for their immunity to rattlesnake venom. At Exotic Haven, every King Snake is captive bred, vet health checked, and shipped with a full live arrival guarantee to USA, UK, Canada and Australia.
Lifespan⏳ 15-25 years
Adult Size📏 3-6 feet
Diet🍖 Mice & Lizards
Care Level📊 Beginner
Origin🌍 Captive Bred
Status✅ Available
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📖 History & Origin of the King Snake
The King Snake originates from North America, ranging from coast to coast across the United States. In the wild, King Snakes are known for hardy & beautiful. immune to rattlesnake venom. Wild populations face pressure from habitat loss and, historically, collection for the pet trade — which is precisely why captive breeding programs are so critically important. In captivity, the King Snake has been kept by exotic animal enthusiasts for decades and has become one of the most well-studied species in private collections. Captive breeding programs have significantly reduced pressure on wild populations and today virtually all King Snakes in the pet trade are captive bred.
📚 King Snake Care Requirements
The King Snake reaches an adult size of 3-6 feet and with proper care can live for 15-25 years. Their primary diet consists of Mice & Lizards. This species is rated Beginner care level — making it an excellent choice for first-time exotic pet owners who are ready to commit to proper husbandry.
Lifespan15-25 years
Adult Size3-6 feet
DietMice & Lizards
Care LevelBeginner
🏠 Enclosure & Housing
Housing requirements for the King Snake depend on its adult size of 3-6 feet. A quality PVC or glass enclosure with appropriate ventilation is essential. The enclosure must have a secure lid as many reptiles are escape artists. Substrate should mimic the natural environment — coconut fibre, cypress mulch or bioactive soil mixes are excellent choices. Provide at least two hides (warm side and cool side) and enrichment items such as cork bark, climbing branches and artificial plants to reduce stress.
🌡️ Temperature & Environment
Maintaining a proper temperature gradient is one of the most critical aspects of King Snake care. Reptiles are ectothermic and rely entirely on their environment to regulate body temperature. Use a combination of under-tank heaters, ceramic heat emitters or deep heat projectors — never hot rocks. Always connect heaters to a quality thermostat and verify temperatures with a digital thermometer or infrared temperature gun. Incorrect temperatures are the leading cause of illness in captive reptiles.
🩺 Common Health Issues
Common health issues in captive King Snakes include respiratory infections (often caused by incorrect humidity or temperature), parasites (both internal and external), mouth rot (stomatitis), stuck shed (dysecdysis) and metabolic bone disease from inadequate UVB or calcium supplementation. Regular veterinary check-ups with an exotic specialist are strongly recommended.
⚖️ Legal Status by Country
United States: Legal in the vast majority of US states with no permit required. A small number of states have restrictions — always verify local ordinances. United Kingdom: Legal to own with no permit required in most cases. Some species may require Article 10 certificates if CITES listed. Canada: Regulations vary by province. Ontario, BC and Quebec have the most restrictions. Federal WAPPRIITA rules govern imports. Australia: Strict biosecurity laws apply. Only certain species are permitted — verify with the Department of Agriculture before ordering.
🥚 Breeding Information
Breeding King Snakes in captivity requires a thorough understanding of their reproductive biology and behaviour. Most successful breeders introduce a cooling or dry season period to trigger breeding behaviour. Males and females should only be introduced under supervision. Females require a suitable egg-laying site and the eggs must be incubated at the correct temperature and humidity. Hatchlings are often more delicate than adults and require separate housing. At Exotic Haven, all our animals are captive bred — supporting responsible captive breeding is central to our mission.
🌿 Why Buy Your King Snake From Exotic Haven?
When you purchase a King Snake from Exotic Haven, you are buying from a trusted source with years of experience in exotic animal husbandry. Our King Snakes are raised with expert care from birth, ensuring they arrive healthy, well-fed and ready to settle into their new home. We provide full care documentation, lifetime support and a live arrival guarantee on every single order. A 25% deposit secures your animal with the balance due before shipping.
King Snake — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a King Snake cost?
Our captive-bred King Snakes are priced at $75 - $400. Price varies based on age, sex and morph. Contact us for current availability and exact pricing.
Is the King Snake a good exotic pet?
King snakes are hardy, beautiful, and known for their immunity to rattlesnake venom. With a lifespan of 15-25 years, they make a rewarding long-term companion for dedicated owners.
How big does a King Snake get?
Adult King Snakes typically reach 3-6 feet.
What does a King Snake eat?
The King Snake primarily feeds on Mice & Lizards.
Do I need a permit to own a King Snake?
In most locations we ship to, no permit is required for the King Snake. However laws do change — always verify your specific state, province or country laws before purchasing.
Does Exotic Haven ship King Snakes to my location?
We ship to all 50 US states, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia. All shipments include a live arrival guarantee and full documentation.
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