2023-04-29 10:53:40
“Because she kept getting fatter, the birth had to be initiated,” said Peter Kisser, who runs the reptile house in Unteruhldingen. The baby boom came as a big surprise to him and his employees. “We had counted on 20 to 30 cubs, which would be usual for such a snake species,” said the expert.
But on April 13, more and more boys were born. According to Kisser, the boa constrictor no longer has to look following its offspring. “Snake babies are very independent, they only spend a few hours with their mother and can then take care of themselves,” said the expert. “From day one, they know exactly what to eat and who their enemies are.” According to Kissers, the baby boas, which are regarding 30 centimeters long, are fed on small mice – one per snake.
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