What is the scientific name of the Yellow-tailed Cribo?

The scientific name of the Yellow-tailed Cribo is Drymarchon corais.

What are other common names for the Yellow-tailed Cribo?

The Yellow-tailed Cribo is also known as South American Indigo Snake and Yellow-tailed Indigo Snake.

How big do Yellow-tailed Cribos get?

Adult Yellow-tailed Cribos typically reach about 7-9 Feet.

How long do Yellow-tailed Cribos live?

Yellow-tailed Cribos live about 15-20 years with proper care.

What temperatures does a Yellow-tailed Cribo need?

Recommended temperatures for a Yellow-tailed Cribo: Basking: 88℉-92℉ and Ambient Temps: 74℉-84℉.

What humidity does a Yellow-tailed Cribo need?

Yellow-tailed Cribos need 60%-75% humidity.

What lighting does a Yellow-tailed Cribo need?

Recommended lighting for Yellow-tailed Cribos: 5%-7% UVB.

What size enclosure does a Yellow-tailed Cribo need?

Recommended enclosure sizes for a Yellow-tailed Cribo: Juvenile; 36" x 18" x 18"; Sub-Adult; 48" x 24" x 24"; Adult: 120" x 48" x 48" (10' x 4' x 4').

What do Yellow-tailed Cribos eat?

Yellow-tailed Cribos eat: Carnivorous: Whole prey, Rats, Chicks, Quail, Snakes, Lizards, Frogs, Eggs.

Are Yellow-tailed Cribos good for beginners?

Yellow-tailed Cribos are not usually recommended for beginners; they are rated Advanced for keeper experience.

Are Yellow-tailed Cribos nocturnal or diurnal?

Yellow-tailed Cribos are diurnal (active during the day).

Do Yellow-tailed Cribos lay eggs?

Yes. Yellow-tailed Cribos are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.

How many eggs does a Yellow-tailed Cribo lay?

A Yellow-tailed Cribo clutch is typically about 4-12 egss.

How long do Yellow-tailed Cribo eggs take to hatch?

Yellow-tailed Cribo eggs typically incubate for about 90-120 days before hatching.

What is the best substrate for adult Yellow-tailed Cribos?

Recommended substrates for adult Yellow-tailed Cribos: ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles.

What is the best enclosure for a Yellow-tailed Cribo?

Recommended enclosures for Yellow-tailed Cribos 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 Yellow-tailed Cribo?

Recommended lighting products for Yellow-tailed Cribos: Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting.

Yellow-tailed Cribo

Common Name(s)	Yellow-tailed Cribo South American Indigo Snake Yellow-tailed Indigo Snake
Scientific Name	Drymarchon corais
Behavior	Diurnal (Active during the day) Highly active Intelligent Alert Curious Can be defensive
Reproduction	Oviparous (Lays eggs) Gestation: ~60-90 days Clutch Size: ~4-12 egss Incubation: ~90-120 days
Lifespan	~15-20 years
Temperatures	Basking: 88℉-92℉ Ambient Temps: 74℉-84℉
Humidity	60%-75%
Lighting	5%-7% UVB
Size	~7-9 Feet
Enclosure Recommendations	Juvenile 36" x 18" x 18" Sub-Adult 48" x 24" x 24" Adult: 120" x 48" x 48" (10' x 4' x 4')
Experience Level	Advanced
Diet	Carnivorous: Whole prey Rats Chicks Quail Snakes Lizards Frogs Eggs

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Best Substrates for Subadult Yellow-tailed Cribos

ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles: Breeder Block

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

Best Enclosures for Subadult Yellow-tailed Cribos

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

Best Lighting Products for Subadult Yellow-tailed Cribos

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

Best Heating Products for Subadult Yellow-tailed Cribos

Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater: 75W

Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector: 8"

Best Substrates for Juvenile Yellow-tailed Cribos

ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles: Breeder Block

Best Enclosures for Juvenile Yellow-tailed Cribos

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

Best Lighting Products for Juvenile Yellow-tailed Cribos

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

Best Heating Products for Juvenile Yellow-tailed Cribos

Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater: 50W

Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector: 5.5"

Native Range

Colombia
Venezuela
Guyana
Suriname
French Guiana
Ecuador
Peru
Bolivia
Brazil
Paraguay
northern Argentina

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Common Yellow-tailed Cribo ReptiChip Questions

: The scientific name of the Yellow-tailed Cribo is Drymarchon corais.
: The Yellow-tailed Cribo is also known as South American Indigo Snake and Yellow-tailed Indigo Snake.
: Yellow-tailed Cribos are native to Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and northern Argentina.
: Adult Yellow-tailed Cribos typically reach about 7-9 Feet.
: Yellow-tailed Cribos live about 15-20 years with proper care.
: Recommended temperatures for a Yellow-tailed Cribo: Basking: 88℉-92℉ and Ambient Temps: 74℉-84℉.
: Yellow-tailed Cribos need 60%-75% humidity.
: Recommended lighting for Yellow-tailed Cribos: 5%-7% UVB.
: Recommended enclosure sizes for a Yellow-tailed Cribo: Juvenile; 36" x 18" x 18"; Sub-Adult; 48" x 24" x 24"; Adult: 120" x 48" x 48" (10' x 4' x 4').
: Yellow-tailed Cribos eat: Carnivorous: Whole prey, Rats, Chicks, Quail, Snakes, Lizards, Frogs, Eggs.
: Yellow-tailed Cribos are not usually recommended for beginners; they are rated Advanced for keeper experience.
: Yellow-tailed Cribos are diurnal (active during the day).
: Yes. Yellow-tailed Cribos are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.
: A Yellow-tailed Cribo clutch is typically about 4-12 egss.
: Yellow-tailed Cribo eggs typically incubate for about 90-120 days before hatching.
: Recommended substrates for juvenile Yellow-tailed Cribos: ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles.
: Recommended substrates for sub-adult Yellow-tailed Cribos: ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles and ReptiChip Coarse Coconut Chip Mix; Ready to Use.
: Recommended substrates for adult Yellow-tailed Cribos: ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles.
: Recommended enclosures for Yellow-tailed Cribos by age. Juvenile: Vivarium 36" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums. Sub-adult: Vivarium 48" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums (4'x2').
: Recommended lighting products for Yellow-tailed Cribos: Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting.
: Recommended heating products for Yellow-tailed Cribos: Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector.