Description
The Hypo Tangerine Honduran Milk Snake is a selectively bred colubrid known for its vibrant orange and black banding and exceptionally docile temperament. It’s an ideal choice for intermediate to advanced keepers looking for a visually stunning, handleable snake that thrives in a standard captive setup. Since we started stocking this morph in mid-2024, it has consistently been one of our top-selling snakes in its category.
Stand-Out Features
- Vibrant Hypo Tangerine Coloration: Features intense, clean orange bands contrasted with deep black, a hallmark of this proven captive-bred lineage.
- Proven Docile Disposition: Honduran Milk Snakes are renowned for their calm nature, making them excellent display and handling animals.
- Robust & Hardy: A resilient species with straightforward care requirements, accepting frozen/thawed rodents readily.
- Manageable Adult Size: Reaches a full-grown length of 4 to 5 feet, a substantial but manageable size for most enthusiasts.
- Captive-Bred & Established: This animal is feeding reliably on frozen/thawed pinky mice and is well-started for its new home.
Technical Data
| Species | Lampropeltis triangulum hondurensis |
| Morph | Hypo Tangerine |
| Current Size | Approx. 14-18″ (hatchling/juvenile) |
| Expected Adult Size | 4 – 5 feet |
| Temperament | Docile, handleable |
| Feeding | On frozen/thawed pinky mice |
| Weight (measured) | 1.5 oz |
| Availability | Captive Bred |
Your Questions Answered
What is the care level for this snake?
This is an intermediate-level species. While hardy, they require specific humidity gradients and secure enclosures. A standard 40-gallon breeder tank or equivalent PVC cage is suitable for an adult. Provide a thermal gradient of 75-85°F with a basking spot and a humid hide.
How does the hypo tangerine morph differ from a normal Honduran?
The “Hypo” (hypomelanistic) gene reduces black pigment, allowing the orange and red colors to appear more vivid and saturated. The “Tangerine” line selectively enhances this bright orange banding, resulting in the high-contrast, fiery appearance you see here.
Is this snake a good choice for a beginner?
While their care is not overly complex, their size and specific habitat needs make them better suited for a keeper with some prior reptile experience. A Corn Snake or Kingsnake is often a more recommended true beginner species.
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