Minnows?

[d_virginiana]

Does anyone else have a snake that is really picky about eating non-live prey? I've tried fish like that in the past and he just won't go for it.

Also, what is it specifically about bait-shop fish that makes them more likely to have parasites n such than store-bought ones? Is it the way they are shipped/raised or just the type of fish they are?

[guidofatherof5]

Does anyone else have a snake that is really picky about eating non-live prey? I've tried fish like that in the past and he just won't go for it.

Also, what is it specifically about bait-shop fish that makes them more likely to have parasites n such than store-bought ones? Is it the way they are shipped/raised or just the type of fish they are?

It is the way they are housed. Poor water conditions and over crowding.
The parasites thrive and cycle in those tight quarters.

[d_virginiana]

It is the way they are housed. Poor water conditions and over crowding.
The parasites thrive and cycle in those tight quarters.

Oh.. Well, shoot. I've been trying to find something else that's a bit safer. Other than worms, there's really nothing anywhere near my house, and my parents absolutely refuse to allow me to feed him pinkies or order food specifically for him.
I guess I can keep trying to get him on store-bought fish though...