Thamnophis radix

The prairie garter snake (lowland garter snake) has a very lively nature. It is usually particularly active and interested in the terrarium. It remains very calm when handled and is not prone to biting.
This volume from the “Species by Species” series is intended to provide basic knowledge for keeping them appropriately and shows how easy the prairie garter snake makes it for you if you decide to keep it.

The books in this series introduce you to the most popular terrarium animals, species by species. Each volume offers detailed, practical care instructions and all the information you need to successfully breed your animals. All important questions, from the required tank size to terrarium setup, technical equipment, species-appropriate nutrition, and disease prevention, are answered with numerous tips and tricks. Experienced, long-time breeders reveal how to encourage the animals to reproduce and raise healthy young.

All of this is presented in full color, generously illustrated, and attractively designed, just for your terrarium animal – species by species!