Red sided garter Snake | Thamnophis sirtalis parietalis

Plan the habitat for the adult animal, with secure housing and room to carry out its natural behaviour.

At a Glance

Housing & Setup

Enclosure dimensions are length × depth × height unless stated otherwise. Plan for the adult animal; larger, suitably furnished housing is encouraged.

Behaviour & Compatibility

Individual housing makes feeding and health monitoring easier. Avoid stressful overhandling; secure the enclosure carefully.

Feeding & Nutrition

Use a balanced, varied diet established with our reptile team, including appropriate whole prey and suitable worms or fish where accepted. Fish choice matters: avoid a diet based on thiaminase-rich fish and never rely on plain fish fillets alone. Confirm prey type, supplements and frequency for the supplied snake.

Routine Care

Check temperatures, humidity, appetite and behaviour daily. Replace drinking water and remove waste promptly. Clean bowls and contaminated furnishings regularly; monitor weight and shedding. Arrange advice from an exotics vet for persistent changes in appetite, breathing or movement.

Important Before Buying

Run and check the enclosure before collection. Adult housing requirements apply even when the animal is sold as a baby. Confirm the animal’s current food, age and supplement schedule with our reptile team.

Live Animals Are Click & Collect Only

We do not ship live animals. Order online and wait for confirmation that your animal is ready before collecting from Newlands Home and Garden Centre, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. Have the enclosure prepared and its conditions checked before collection.