Description
The Albino Sinaloan Milk Snake is a striking, amelanistic reptile bred for its consistent pattern and manageable size. It’s an excellent choice for intermediate to advanced keepers looking for a visually impressive colubrid that thrives in a standard captive setup. We added this specimen to our catalog in late 2024 and have found it to be a reliable, hardy animal from a breeder with consistently positive feedback.
Stand-Out Features
- Vibrant Amelanistic Coloration: Lacks black pigment, showcasing bright bands of white, yellow, and orange/red for a clean, high-contrast appearance.
- Proven Feeding Response: In our care, this snake has demonstrated a reliable feeding response on appropriately sized frozen/thawed rodents.
- Manageable Adult Size: Reaches a typical adult length of 3-4 feet, making it suitable for a standard 20-40 gallon enclosure.
- Classic Sinaloan Pattern: Displays the iconic, wide banding pattern the Sinaloan locale is known for, with excellent definition between colors.
- Captive-Bred Reliability: This is a captive-bred animal, acclimated to handling and established on a rodent diet for predictable care.
Technical Data
| Scientific Name | Lampropeltis triangulum sinaloae |
| Morph | Amelanistic (Albino) |
| Age | Captive-Bred Juvenile |
| Typical Adult Size | 3 – 4 feet |
| Weight (measured) | 6.7 oz |
| Diet | Frozen/Thawed Rodents |
| Recommended Enclosure | 20-40 Gallon Terrarium |
| Temperament | Generally Docile, Handlable |
Your Questions Answered
What is the temperament like for handling?
Albino Sinaloan Milk Snakes are typically docile and tolerate regular handling well once settled. As with most colubrids, juveniles can be initially nervous but calm with consistent, gentle interaction. Always support the body fully during handling.
What are the primary care requirements?
Provide a secure enclosure with a thermal gradient (warm side 85-88°F, cool side 75-78°F), a humid hide for shedding, and appropriate substrate like aspen or coconut husk. Fresh water should always be available. They are primarily terrestrial but will utilize low branches.
Is this a good snake for a beginner?
While their care is straightforward, their feeding response and activity level make them better suited for keepers with some prior reptile experience. A confident beginner who has thoroughly researched colubrid care can be successful.
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