Snake died

[ssssnakeluvr]

I doubt the turtle water did anything..... sometimes babies just don't make, fail to thrive. thats whythey have large litters in the wild. its sad but it happens. sorry for your loss

[d_virginiana]

I don't think putting a turtle in there for that short amount of time did anything to harm the snake, after all they're constantly swimming around in the same wild habitats.

Have you been freezing the walmart salmon steaks prior to feeding? That's always a good idea just to prevent parasites (which are almost always in fresh fish). Also, what is the mercury content in this salmon? I don't think that's what killed your snake, but it's always good to keep those things in mind when you're establishing a diet for the other one.

The feeder fish are a very good idea. From what I've heard ribbons can be difficult to get started on non-fish foods. When you try nightcrawlers, try scenting them with fish first. That'll make them more appealing.

Sorry for your loss Like Steve said, it probably wasn't anything you did.

[nekura]

The steaks are already frozen when you buy them. They're in the frozen seafood section. I'm not sure about the mercury content, but its safe for humans to eat since that's the purpose its marketed for.

I think I'd rather just keep her on a fish diet.. I did try worms before but she wasn't interested, but loves the frozen feeder fish. She's still alive and okay. I also got some calcium supplements for her.

[guidofatherof5]

Mix some worm in with that fish and she'll eat the worms.
Varied diet is best.

[Mommy2many]

Sorry to hear of your loss.