picture of my garter awhile back

[Cazador]

A lot of snakes don't fair well in captivity. Parasites that require an intermediate host to complete its life cycle (like tapeworms, flukes, etc.) don't usually cause too much of a problem with captive snakes. However, those that have a direct life cycle (like mites, many protozoa, hookworms, etc.) can really cause problems since the snake is confined to a small area and can't avoid re-infestation.

Some snakes just don't acclimate to captivity as well as others do, and the stress of confinement can weaken their immune system, which makes them even more vulnerable to infestation, disease, and malnutrition. Improper housing conditions, such as poor lighting, heating, humidity, etc. can also amplify stress, which can also impair reproduction.

[Lee]

A lot of snakes don't fair well in captivity. Parasites that require an intermediate host to complete its life cycle (like tapeworms, flukes, etc.) don't usually cause too much of a problem with captive snakes. However, those that have a direct life cycle (like mites, many protozoa, hookworms, etc.) can really cause problems since the snake is confined to a small area and can't avoid re-infestation.

Some snakes just don't acclimate to captivity as well as others do, and the stress of confinement can weaken their immune system, which makes them even more vulnerable to infestation, disease, and malnutrition. Improper housing conditions, such as poor lighting, heating, humidity, etc. can also amplify stress, which can also impair reproduction.

Haven't had any problems with anything like that. My snakes immune system is fine. No problems. Even though, I don't have a light on it, or any specific heating. That has never been a problem. He gets enough light from the sun comming in durring the day. But I have a light for him that I need light bulbs. What kind of humidity is recommended? Its dry in there except the large open water bowl for him to swim and he seems content.

[ssssnakeluvr]

minimal humidity...if he is doing fine with wht you h ave now, that's fine. As long as he can soak a little and dry off he will be fine. You don't want too much humidity as is can lead to skin infections. If the snake's water dish is big enough to soak in he can before shedding to assist wih it.