Colubrids

Hognose snakes

Current coverage is the western hognose, Heterodon nasicus. Eastern, southern and other animals called hognose snakes are not interchangeable with it.

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Snakes

Western hognose snake

Heterodon nasicus

Western hognoses are daytime burrowers with upturned noses, and their feeding history needs careful attention.

Researched care guide · Some experience

About 10–15 years; longer is possible.

Temperate burrowing6 min read

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