Asian Vine Snake, the best in illusion and disguise.

The Asian Vine Snake has always been a snake of my interest. The unusual look and shape of the head is very intriguing for many people. Found in the Philippines to Thailand, morphs ranging from the usual seen green but also gray, yellow, and sometimes orange. On average an adult can get up to 3 to 5 feet, with the tail taking up 40% of the total length. They are arboreal, hunting in high tree branches. The are masters of camouflage and disguise. When keeping completely still they can appear to be a vine or piece of vegetation. But to be kept in captivity is no easy task. They require vertical spaces, an enclosure bigger then 2 feet, real or realistic vegetation and hides. Also they are picky eaters. Since they live in the rain forest regions they pray on lizards. So not usually will you need a feed rat or mouse, but a live feeder lizard. But if kept in the right conditions and feed rather well it's a possible snake to own. They are mild temper but do produce a small amount of venom, which if bitten can cause inflammation. For me it's not a personal goal to own an Asian Vine Snake, because if I were able to even see one in person it would be a great personal moment. They are truly a one of a kind snake.
Article found in Reptiles Magazine. Written by R. Michael Burger.

Blood Pythons:Past & Present, Future?

A name like Blood Python would catch any ones attention, and for snake enthusiasts and breeders a like, it defiantly does. The earliest known record of this species in captivity in the United States was published in the 1935 volume of Copeia. Written by Dr. G.K.Noble, who was first to report the the earliest known Blood Python eggs to be hatched in captivity at the New York Zoological Park. But for years after the breed was rarely mentioned and wasn't popular in the snake trade. For myself, I've just learned of these snakes. I picked up the magazine because the name Blood Pythons caught my attention. But reading more about them they seem to be fat, stubby little snakes. Not to offend a Blood Python enthusiast but these snakes have a good way of just hanging out, laying there. Which is true too many Pythons. My own Ball Python Nagini, has a way of being unbelievably boring. But true to their name they have beautiful morphs and if ever given the opportunity I would love to own a Blood Python.