Detailed Explanation of Key Technical Points for Constant-Temperature Management in Winter Snake Farming

In order to further improve the economic benefits of artificial snake farming, snakes can be kept from hibernating and allowed to grow and develop just as they do in spring, summer, and autumn. The following measures should be taken:  

First, the temperature problem must be solved well, and a constant temperature is required throughout the entire winter, referred to as constant temperature. Generally speaking, the temperature range relatively suitable for snake activity is between 20-35°C, and the optimal temperature for their activity is 23-32°C. In this way, the constant temperature inside the snake house cannot be lower than 23°C, and it is best to use a thermometer to keep it at 23-30°C.

The snake house in winter is best built as a semi-underground, semi-above-ground structure, as this makes it easier to maintain a constant temperature, because a basement itself has the natural advantage of being warm in winter and cool in summer; another prominent advantage is that humidity is easy to control. In winter, the humidity in the snake house generally only needs to be controlled between 40-45%. It is best to place a combined temperature and humidity meter in the house (available at medical equipment stores), so that the temperature and humidity required by the snake house can be seen at a glance. Under constant temperature conditions, snakes can move freely and normally shed their skin and gain weight, creating good economic benefits for snake farmers. This is because among the four seasons of the year, only winter has the highest snake prices, about two to three times those of ordinary seasons. In winter, the food required by snakes is relatively scarce, but snakes should not be left unfed because of this. Only by letting snakes eat and drink their fill can their normal consumption be ensured. In winter, snake food is generally based on artificially farmed quail, chicks, white mice, loach, birds, eggs, and so on. As far as possible, snakes should be provided with a wide variety of foods so that they can obtain more comprehensive nutrition and maintain good growth.

In addition, the cleaning and hygiene of the snake house should also be done well, with regular disinfection and epidemic prevention, regular replacement of drinking water, and appropriate ventilation at noon when the weather is warm, keeping the air in the snake house fresh and circulating. Artificially creating a suitable living environment for snakes is the basic guarantee for constant-temperature snake farming in winter.