Description
The Splotched Nelson’s Milk Snake Male is a selectively bred colubrid known for its distinctive, high-contrast pattern. This is an ideal choice for intermediate to advanced keepers looking for a visually striking, established animal to add to their collection. Since we began stocking this morph in mid-2024, it has consistently been one of our top sellers in the milk snake category.
Stand-Out Features
- Unique Pattern Expression: The “splotched” gene creates bold, irregular blotches that break up the classic tri-color banding, resulting in a one-of-a-kind appearance.
- Proven Feeder: This male is established on frozen/thawed pinky mice and has a reliable feeding response.
- Excellent Temperament: Nelson’s Milk Snakes are known for being more docile than other milk snake subspecies, and this individual handles well.
- Breeding Potential: A robust, healthy male ready for projects involving other Nelson’s or hybrid milk snake pairings.
- Hardy Constitution: This species thrives in standard colubrid setups and is resilient for keepers with proper husbandry experience.
Technical Data
| Species | Lampropeltis triangulum nelsoni |
| Morph | Splotched |
| Sex | Male (probed) |
| Age Class | Sub-Adult |
| Weight (measured) | 0.8 oz |
| Feeding Status | On F/T Pinky Mice |
| Current Housing | 10-gallon equivalent |
Your Questions Answered
Is this snake a good choice for a beginner?
While Nelson’s Milk Snakes are generally hardy, their specific humidity and enclosure security needs, combined with this animal’s value, make it better suited for a keeper with some prior reptile experience. Beginners should start with a more common locality.
What is the adult size and temperament?
Adults typically reach 3 to 4 feet. This subspecies is known for being calmer than other milk snakes. This individual is handleable, though all snakes require calm, confident interaction.
Are there any known health or feeding issues?
No. This animal is a consistent feeder, has a clear respiratory system, and has perfect sheds. We had one isolated return where a customer claimed fitment issues, which was traced to non-standard enclosure hardware. The animal itself is in excellent health.
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