What is the scientific name of the Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake?

The scientific name of the Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake is Drymarchon melanurus rubidus.

What are other common names for the Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake?

The Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake is also known as Mexican Redtail Cribo and Mexican West Coast Indigo Snake.

How big do Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes get?

Adult Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes typically reach 6-8 feet.

How long do Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes live?

Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes live about 15-20 years with proper care.

What temperatures does a Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake need?

Recommended temperatures for a Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake: Basking: 88°F-92°F and Ambient temps: 70°F-84°F.

What humidity does a Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake need?

Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes need 60%-75% humidity.

What lighting does a Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake need?

Recommended lighting for Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes: 5%-7% UVB.

What size enclosure does a Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake need?

Recommended enclosure sizes for a Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake: Juvenile: 36" x 18" x 18"; Sub-Adult: 48" x 24" x 24"; Adult: 96" x 48" x 48" minimum.

What do Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes eat?

Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes eat: Carnivorous: Whole prey, Rats, Chicks, Quail, Snakes, Lizards, Freshwater fish.

Are Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes good for beginners?

Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes are not usually recommended for beginners; they are rated Advanced for keeper experience.

Are Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes nocturnal or diurnal?

Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes are diurnal (active during the day).

Do Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes lay eggs?

Yes. Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.

How many eggs does a Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake lay?

A Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake clutch is typically about 5-12 eggs.

How long do Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake eggs take to hatch?

Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake eggs typically incubate for about 75-100 days before hatching.

What is the best substrate for adult Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes?

Recommended substrates for adult Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes: ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles.

What is the best enclosure for a Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake?

Recommended enclosures for Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes by age. Juvenile: Vivarium 36" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums. Sub-adult: Vivarium 48" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums (4'x2').

What lighting products are best for a Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake?

Recommended lighting products for Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes: Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting.

Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake

Common Name(s)	Mexican Redtail Cribo Mexican West Coast Indigo Snake
Scientific Name	Drymarchon melanurus rubidus
Behavior	Diurnal (active during the day) Calm Bold Inquisitive
Reproduction	Oviparous (lays eggs) Gestation: ~60-90 days Clutch size: ~5-12 eggs Incubation: ~75-100 days
Lifespan	~15-20 years
Temperatures	Basking: 88°F-92°F Ambient temps: 70°F-84°F
Humidity	60%-75%
Lighting	5%-7% UVB
Size	6-8 feet
Enclosure Recommendations	Juvenile: 36" x 18" x 18" Sub-Adult: 48" x 24" x 24" Adult: 96" x 48" x 48" minimum
Experience Level	Advanced
Diet	Carnivorous: Whole prey Rats Chicks Quail Snakes Lizards Freshwater fish

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Best Substrates for Subadult Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes

ReptiEarth Breeder Blocks and Bundles: Breeder Block

ReptiChip Coarse Coconut Chip Mix; Ready to Use: 36 Quart

Best Enclosures for Subadult Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes

48" Sliding Door Reptile Vivarium (4x2): 120 Gallon 48x24x24 / Black

Best Lighting Products for Subadult Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes

Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting: LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit / 48"

Best Heating Products for Subadult Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes

Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater: 75W

Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector: 8"

Best Substrates for Juvenile Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes

ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use: 36 Quart

ReptiChip Coarse Coconut Chip Mix; Ready to Use: 36 Quart

Best Enclosures for Juvenile Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes

36" Sliding Door Reptile Vivarium (36x18) - 50 Gallon: Black

Best Lighting Products for Juvenile Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes

Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting: LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit / 36"

Best Heating Products for Juvenile Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes

Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater: 50W

Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector: 5.5"

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Common Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake ReptiChip Questions

: The scientific name of the Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake is Drymarchon melanurus rubidus.
: The Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake is also known as Mexican Redtail Cribo and Mexican West Coast Indigo Snake.
: Adult Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes typically reach 6-8 feet.
: Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes live about 15-20 years with proper care.
: Recommended temperatures for a Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake: Basking: 88°F-92°F and Ambient temps: 70°F-84°F.
: Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes need 60%-75% humidity.
: Recommended lighting for Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes: 5%-7% UVB.
: Recommended enclosure sizes for a Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake: Juvenile: 36" x 18" x 18"; Sub-Adult: 48" x 24" x 24"; Adult: 96" x 48" x 48" minimum.
: Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes eat: Carnivorous: Whole prey, Rats, Chicks, Quail, Snakes, Lizards, Freshwater fish.
: Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes are not usually recommended for beginners; they are rated Advanced for keeper experience.
: Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes are diurnal (active during the day).
: Yes. Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.
: A Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake clutch is typically about 5-12 eggs.
: Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snake eggs typically incubate for about 75-100 days before hatching.
: Recommended substrates for juvenile Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes: ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use and ReptiChip Coarse Coconut Chip Mix; Ready to Use.
: Recommended substrates for sub-adult Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes: ReptiEarth Breeder Blocks and Bundles and ReptiChip Coarse Coconut Chip Mix; Ready to Use.
: Recommended substrates for adult Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes: ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles.
: Recommended enclosures for Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes by age. Juvenile: Vivarium 36" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums. Sub-adult: Vivarium 48" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums (4'x2').
: Recommended lighting products for Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes: Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting.
: Recommended heating products for Mexican Red-tailed Indigo Snakes: Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector.