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My name is Susan and I have a female Ball Python and, today, a Red Western Hognose.
I have been waiting 2 months for my permit to arrive for my hoggie (I am naming her Tuna - short for Petunia)
Although I have been a herper for many years, I was not in a position to own one personally - until this year.

I visit snake road twice a year (for past 10 years) and visit local places regularly.
I am looking forward to chatting in the forums.
 
Hi, Susan! I'm new to the forum as well and have recently took a liking to herpetology. Hognoses are stunning and I'm loving the name you picked out for her! I'd never heard of Snake Road before but it's definitely a place I hope to visit now. Congrats on getting your hoggie! <3
 
Hi and Welcome to Fauna. Please hang around and enjoy the "show".

Many people love Python regius. Is your specimen wild type regarding phenotype or is he/she a colour mutation? One of my favorite snakes is Heterodon nasicus. I happen to prefer the wild type. But, the red and pinks are pretty darn cool too. Is your specimen the wild type or a colour mutation?
 
Both of mine are wild type :) the morphs are cool, but I like the Natural type ones.
Both of mine are not skittish at all, which I am surprised because of the tendency for them to be.
My ball even ate regularly while she was in shed.
So they are healthy and I am happy.
 
Here are some pics :)
 

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That is very cool your Python regius ate, despite shedding. Since, they are notorious for being a picky eater, all the better! Your specimen is very attractive as well.

Your Heterodon nasicus is just so cute. What breeder or store did you get him/her from? I think they have an adorable face, don't you?

Thanks for sharing your photo's!
 
I got her from Steve Sykes at Geckos Etc. They were amazing!!! I had to wait two months to take possession of her until my permit was approved. Steve and his team took care of her for the entire 2 months!
 
Hi nice to meet everyone, I've read messages for a little while getting to know the site. My name is Ron. I live in California. I have an African Pancake Tortoise and a northern blue tongue skink.

I'm heading to the Repticon show in Pasadena this weekend.
 
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