Western Hognose Snake UK CB 2011

As there are so many different types of Hognose snake, these figures may vary a little depending on the type of Hognose Snake you have, but in general...

Description: Hognoses are so called because of their distinctive upturned nose. They use this nose for digging around in soil to unearth the toads and frogs that are their natural prey.

Colouring: Hognose snakes come in a range of colours, but the predominant shade seems to be light brown blotches with a hint of beige in the background. Some Hognoses also have tinges of orange, yellow and grey, depending on the type of Hognose snake you have. Captive breeding has led to a wider variety of colour morphs being available, including the highly sort after albino variety.

Size: Hognoses are a heavy-bodied, stocky snake that will only reach between 1 and 4 ft in adulthood. Females tend to grow larger than Males.

Life Span: 15 years is average for a Hognose Snake in captivity, but it is not uncommon for them to reach 18 years with appropriate care.

Origin: Hognose snakes are native to North America, South America and Madagascar.

Habitat: Hognose snakes are usually found in dry, sandy areas. They are borrowers and like to be able to dig about for food or just to hide away