Beetlejuice the Kingsnake

??? Meet Beetlejuice the Kingsnake! ???<br/><br/> <br/><br/>Beetlejuice came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on September 5, 2025, after their previous owner was facing housing issues. At just about a foot long, this striking little snake is still young but already thriving—eating frozen/thawed pinkie mice like a champ! ??<br/><br/> <br/><br/>? Kingsnake Quick Care Info (from ReptiFiles):<br/>? Adult Size: 3–6 feet (depending on subspecies)<br/>? Lifespan: 15–20+ years<br/>? Temperament: Curious, confident, and usually calm with consistent handling<br/><br/>? Enclosure Size: Minimum 40 gallons for juveniles; 4’L x 2’W x 2’H (120 gallons) recommended for adults<br/>?? Temps:<br/>– Basking spot: 88–92°F<br/>– Cool side: 75–80°F<br/>? Humidity: 40–60%<br/>? Lighting: Not required but low-level UVB (Arcadia Forest 6% or Zoo Med Reptisun 5.0 T5 HO) is beneficial<br/><br/>?? Substrate: Aspen, coconut husk, or a soil/sand mix for burrowing<br/>? Décor: Multiple hides, cork bark, and climbing branches—they love to explore!<br/><br/>?? Diet: Carnivore<br/>– Frozen/thawed rodents of appropriate size (about 1.5x the snake’s body width)<br/>– Feed hatchlings every 5–7 days; adults every 10–14 days<br/>?? Never house Kingsnakes together—they can be cannibalistic!<br/><br/>? Water: Always provide a clean bowl large enough for soaking<br/><br/> <br/><br/>Beetlejuice is young, alert, and full of personality—perfect for someone who wants an interactive snake that’s both beautiful and hardy. With proper care, this little snek will grow into a stunning, confident adult. ?<br/><br/> <br/><br/>? Apply today to give Beetlejuice their forever home:<br/>? https://www.jraar.org/adoption<br/><br/> <br/><br/>And don’t forget—Facebook supporters get early access to adoptable animals for just $0.99/month:<br/>? https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/JRAquaticAnimalRescue/<br/><br/> <br/><br/>#BeetlejuiceTheKingsnake #SnakeAdoption #KingsnakeCare #ReptileRescue #AdoptDontShop #JRAquaticAnimalRescue

??? Meet Beetlejuice the Kingsnake! ???



Beetlejuice came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on September 5, 2025, after their previous owner was facing housing issues. At just about a foot long, this striking little snake is still young but already thriving—eating frozen/thawed pinkie mice like a champ! ??



? Kingsnake Quick Care Info (from ReptiFiles):
? Adult Size: 3–6 feet (depending on subspecies)
? Lifespan: 15–20+ years
? Temperament: Curious, confident, and usually calm with consistent handling

? Enclosure Size: Minimum 40 gallons for juveniles; 4’L x 2’W x 2’H (120 gallons) recommended for adults
?? Temps:
– Basking spot: 88–92°F
– Cool side: 75–80°F
? Humidity: 40–60%
? Lighting: Not required but low-level UVB (Arcadia Forest 6% or Zoo Med Reptisun 5.0 T5 HO) is beneficial

?? Substrate: Aspen, coconut husk, or a soil/sand mix for burrowing
? Décor: Multiple hides, cork bark, and climbing branches—they love to explore!

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??? Meet Beetlejuice the Kingsnake! ???



Beetlejuice came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on September 5, 2025, after their previous owner was facing housing issues. At just about a foot long, this striking little snake is still young but already thriving—eating frozen/thawed pinkie mice like a champ! ??



? Kingsnake Quick Care Info (from ReptiFiles):
? Adult Size: 3–6 feet (depending on subspecies)
? Lifespan: 15–20+ years
? Temperament: Curious, confident, and usually calm with consistent handling

? Enclosure Size: Minimum 40 gallons for juveniles; 4’L x 2’W x 2’H (120 gallons) recommended for adults
?? Temps:
– Basking spot: 88–92°F
– Cool side: 75–80°F
? Humidity: 40–60%
? Lighting: Not required but low-level UVB (Arcadia Forest 6% or Zoo Med Reptisun 5.0 T5 HO) is beneficial

?? Substrate: Aspen, coconut husk, or a soil/sand mix for burrowing
? Décor: Multiple hides, cork bark, and climbing branches—they love to explore!

?? Diet: Carnivore
– Frozen/thawed rodents of appropriate size (about 1.5x the snake’s body width)
– Feed hatchlings every 5–7 days; adults every 10–14 days
?? Never house Kingsnakes together—they can be cannibalistic!

? Water: Always provide a clean bowl large enough for soaking



Beetlejuice is young, alert, and full of personality—perfect for someone who want