Canadian Ophidiophile

A beautiful classic normal Florida King Snake! Can’t sleep on the classics When it comes to the fantastic Florida King, do you prefer the wild types or mutations? Certainly an amazing individual such as this can be appreciated ( )... Our Website www.CanadianOphidiophile.com #CanadianOphidiophile . . . . . . #snake #snakes #snakesofig #snakekeeper #snakebreeder #reptile #reptiles #reptilesofig #reptilebreeder #animals #petsofig #pets #colubrid #colubrids #colubridbreeder #floridakingsnake #lampropeltis #lampropeltisgetula #lampropeltisgetulafloridana #kingsnake #kingsnakes

Are you a HERPER or a KEEPER? This hobby has so many different factors, it would be impossible to name them all in a single post! However two of the main powerhouses are certainly the keeping of snakes and reptiles, and of course finding and observing them in the wild. Some of us do both, some of us only partake in one or the other! Of course the keeping of reptiles has become a hugely popular hobby, likely much more than observing in the wild, however both have their fair sh...are of amazing points which make them both fantastic hobbies. In your opinion which is the better of the two?! Do you believe observing an animal in its natural habitat, or actively searching for animals in their habitats is more enjoyable? Or the successful keeping, and creating a healthy, safe captive environment for the various species we all love to keep? Let us know! Featured in this photo is an amazing, and rare Eastern Black-necked Garter Snake A fairly small, however very sought after Garter Snake Species! ( ) Our Website www.CanadianOphidiophile.com #CanadianOphidiophile . . . . . . #snake #snakes #snakesofig #snakekeeper #snakebreeder #reptile #reptiles #reptilesofig #reptilebreeder #animals #petsofig #pets #colubrid #colubrids #colubridbreeder #thamnophis #thamnophiscyrtopsis #blackneckedgartersnake #gartersnake #gartersnakes

Here’s another photo of one of our False Water Cobras to brighten up your day! What is your favourite thing about this species? So many different things to choose from! Certainly a must have for any colubrid enthusiast! ( )... Our Website www.CanadianOphidiophile.com #CanadianOphidiophile . . . . . . #snake #snakes #snakesofig #snakekeeper #snakebreeder #reptile #reptiles #reptilesofig #reptilebreeder #animals #petsofig #pets #colubrid #colubrids #colubridbreeder #falsewatercobra #cobra #cobras

Let's have some fun! Guess the species. Will share the full mugshot of the culprit later. www.canadianophidiophile.com

There are amazing species of snakes worldwide, many of which the experienced keeper has never even heard of. Snakes make so much of the world home that many species are overlooked, or simply not within reach for captivity. Much of the time native species to the keeper are overlooked, in favour of more exotic species In your opinion, what continent has the *most* overlooked or underrated snakes?! ( ) Our Website www.CanadianOphidiophile.com... #CanadianOphidiophile . . . . . . #snake #snakes #snakesofig #snakekeeper #snakebreeder #reptile #reptiles #reptilesofig #reptilebreeder #animals #petsofig #pets #colubrid #colubrids #colubridbreeder #ratsnake #ratsnakes #raresnakes #laddersnake #ladderratsnake #zamenis

New flat packed PVC caging have arrived from @firststrikesnakes. Gonna be a busy few days until the brumation snakes come out. Can't wait to see the stacks when they're all done up! Huge thanks to Firststrike for a smooth transaction and shipment.

The Mexican Milk Snake is a naturally stunning snake, however this individual is blowing us away! A species which typically has whites, or dull yellow banding, (which is beautiful too!) this snake didn’t get the memo! Check out those beautiful, high quality orange bands in unison with the jet blacks and striking reds Our eyes are burning just looking at it! ( ) Our Website... www.CanadianOphidiophile.com #CanadianOphidiophile . . . . . . . #snake #snakes #snakesofig #snakekeeper #snakebreeder #reptile #reptiles #reptilesofig #reptilebreeder #animals #petsofig #pets #colubrid #colubrids #canadianreptilekeeper #lampropeltisannulata #lampropeltis #mexicanmilksnake #milksnake #kingsnake

*REAL TALK* Throughout the years, we've seen many of our customers seeking out the best of the best. Either it be as a pet or breeding stock. We've done everything to provide that level of quality every time with Grade A stock. Part of doing that is keeping aside the Grade B specimens. Some are young enough and born with a defect that results in a cull *not a topic many will discuss but it's part of being a breeder*. . But then, sometimes the animals do thrive but not quite ...as well as another and it often leaves us in a dilemma. Do we offer such specimens or do we cull? With the volume we produce, it's not feasible to keep every one back. . As such, we have decided to post (website) such animals up as they would still make good pets even if slightly subpar. Some may chastise this move but when we include ethics in the mix, we believe almost all animals deserve that second chance. Wouldn't you give them the same? . . #snakelivesmatter #ethics #ethicalbreeding #ethicalrehoming #morality #animalsdeservelove #harddecisions #whatwouldyoudo #gradeb #snakesofinstagram #loveemall #ophidiophile See more

Cinnamon roll anybody? Hypo Florida Kingsnake looking fantastic! Sometimes less is more, and this snake is not afraid to prove that point Don’t forget to check out our website! Link in bio!... ( ) Our Website www.CanadianOphidiophile.com #CanadianOphidiophile . . . . . . #snake #snakes #snakesofig #snakekeeper #snakebreeder #reptile #reptiles #reptilesofig #reptilebreeder #animals #petsofig #pets #colubrid #colubrids #canadianreptilekeeper #floridakingsnake #hypofloridakingsnake #kingsnakes #kingsnake #lampropeltis See more

How stunning is this Northern Mexican Pine Snake? Perhaps one of the most visually stunning of the Pine Snakes, these beautiful animals can reach lengths of seven plus feet, and are fairly heavily built, as typical with other Pine Snakes The beautiful yellows, oranges and reds could certainly draw attention to the sheer beauty of this subspecies. Found at higher elevations, these snakes prefer to be kept cooler than others of it’s kin, and that should be replicated in cap...tivity! ( ) Our Website www.CanadianOphidiophile.com #CanadianOphidiophile . . . . . . #snake #snakes #snakesofig #snakekeeper #snakebreeder #reptile #reptiles #reptilesofig #reptilebreeder #animals #petsofig #pets #colubrid #colubrids #canadianreptilekeeper #mexicanpinesnake #pinesnake #pituophisdeppeijani #pinesnakes #northernmexicanpinesnake

For a guy that is used to snakes with no legs, lizards don't seem to know what to do with them either. Toad headed Agamas, Phrynocephalus mystaceus galli. . . #lizardsofinstagram #agamas #sexyleg #gotfrills #desertvibes #lazylizard #lizard #reptilesthatdontsuck #reptilesofinsta #reptileofinstagram #fourleggedfriends #lizardsofig #lizardlife #agamidae

Added this boy to the breeding group. Fingers crossed for 2021. Didn't have anything happen this year from my albino male but we'll see if he does the job. King Ratsnake, Elaphe carinata. . . #snakesofig #snakestagram #kingrat #snakebreeder #snakelife #colubridcrazy #colubridsofinstagram #colubrid #snakesofinstagram #snakesarecool #snakes #ophidiophile #asianratsnake

2020 1.1 Mosaic poss het Whitesided Florida kings. Some of the best mosaics I've produced to date. Grandkids to my big boy "Dizzy" (6'). Awesome genetics with feed responses to match. Evictions issued. . . #floridakingsnakemorph #kingsnakesofig #kingsnake #snakesofinsta #snakesofig #snakestagram #snakesofinstagram #colubridcrazy #lampropeltis #colubridsofinstagram #ophidiophile

If you haven't already taken advantage of our free shipping what are you waiting for? The end of shipping days for 2020 are drawing near. Our last shipments will go out Nov 30th and we will be resuming on Jan 11th. All orders over $500 qualify. It's our way of giving back to you guys due to the discounts we receive from volume shipping, from our good friends over at @reptilerunnercanada. Always quality service with great rates from them! . . #reptileshipping #reptilerunner #cornsnakesofinstagram #cornsnakesofig #snakes #reptiles #petsofinstagram #snakesofig #colubridsofinstagram #breedersofinstagram #reptileservices #winter #2020 #newyear #ophidiophile

COVID/2020 has struck us and due to supplier issues we are unable to go forth with the Ugly Christmas Sweaters. We are truly sorry to those who have placed orders and expressed interest in them. Because it is a time sensitive project we have no choice but to hold off and potentially revisit this project in 2021 again. . . Thank you to everyone that has shown support by wearing their 2019 issue sweaters like our good friend @brandonmillichamp. This may be a setback but rest ...assured we are going to keep forging forward through whatever 2020 brings us. Stay healthy and stay strong, dear friends. . . #covid #2020 #wewillpersevere #sweaters #christmassweater #snakedesign #snakeinspired #wewillbeback #ophidiophile #merch #supportoneanother #weareallinthistogether See more

Introducing our latest model for our clothing line @rnwtn, ex-drummer for @narakaband, Crease, @morbidlydepraved_official and current drummer for @poke_the_bear_band & @the.band.kamen. Thank you for supporting @ophidiophileclothingco. Has always been an honour to call you friend since the days of yore. Look forward to more featuring Aaron. CHECK OUT those bands and don't forget to grab your sexy snake inspired apparel from www.ophidiophileclothing.com . . #clotheswithattitude #snakeinspired #designs #classicalbum #morbidangel #pitsofmadness #drummersofinstagram #metalbands #bandtshirt #indiemusic #musiciansofinstagram #snakesofinstagram #kingsnakes #kingsnakesofinstagram #snakes #serpents #branding #apparel #clothingline #ophidiocc #shedyourcoil

Malagasy cat eye pile. Say what you want about keeping snake communally but I've never seen a species be more in tune with being around each other than this species. What started as being kept together purely for breeding purposes, made me want to test the limits. I have now kept my LTC pair for over a year together and have never had issues even when food has been left in for them. . . I wouldn't entertain communal keeping for all the species I keep, but when you're able ...to be in tune with the animals you keep, you'll be able to discern deeper. I also do not recommend communal keeping for keepers who are new to the animals they have. Learn about your charges and you'll learn lessons that no textbook can teach you. Advanced reptile keeping happens not by just emulating wild habitat but by having a deeper understanding of the animals that we love and keep. . . #snakestories #snakesofig #ethology #animalbehavior #petsnakes #cateyes #snakebehavior #snakestagram #snakesofinsta #colubridsofinstagram #colubridcrazy #knowledge #payattention #snakes #snakebreeder #hatersgonnahate #ophidiophile See more

Last pair of CB Ptyas mucosa left. Love how this year's babies turned out lighter and more yellow. Reduced pricing. These are for the intermediate keeper. Husbandry is pretty straightforward but males do get 9 feet or longer, with females typically reaching 6-7 feet. An active colubrid that will use every inch of its cage and makes a great display. . . #terrarium #reptilecaging #largecolubrids... #snakesofig #colubridsofinstagram #colubridcrazy #snakestagram #snakesofinsta #snakesofinstagram #canadian #captivebred #ophidiophile See more

As we approach the Christmas season, we want to ensure a safe and happy season that also means ensuring your animals arriving in your hands in good order. Our last shipping day will be Nov 30th Monday, weather permitting. All outstanding orders after that point will be carried over into 2021. Doing this will reduce the chance of mail delays that have already been on the rise due to COVID-19 and related issues. Thank you for your understanding and unwavering support! Have a great week ahead! . . #reptileshipping #courierservice #reptilerunner #reptileofinstagram #snakesofinstagram #snakebreeder #shipping #mail #covid_19 #snakesofig #colubridsofinstagram #herpers #wintershipping #ophidiophile

Rarely offered in Canada! Triple COMBO Who doesn't like white snakes? Making this genetic powerhouse pair available to the discerning kingsnake enthusiast. 2020 1.0 Ghost het Whitesided & 0.1 Hypo het Whitesided/Axanthic Florida Kingsnakes (pic 3&4). These are siblings to the 3X combo (Ghost Whitesided) solid WHITE baby pictures in hand (NFS). Make hypos and ghosts PLUS your own solid white Florida kings in just a few years. Only ONE PAIR offered. Don't miss out o...n this opportunity to produce tripe gene Florida Kingsnakes in Canada. If you want to be a forerunner of the morph potential in this great species, you'll know what to do. Possibly split the pair but it would be a shame. . . #floridakingsnake #morphs #genetics #combos #kingsnakesofig #snakesofig #snakesofinstagram #kingsnake #whitesnakes #whiteside #ghost #snakephotography #snakes #reptilesofinsta #reptilesofinstagram #petsnakes #genetic #combinations #triplecombo #floridakingsnakemorph #floridana See more