Well, I was outside cleaning my chick coop, and when I moved the fenced sides, I found a small kingsnake. I would like to attempt to raise it, and went right away to the pet store, where I learned that if I cannot feed it within a week, I should release it. I am totally agreeable to this, as I would never keep something like a wild animal if it won't thrive in captivity. I know it would be best to just release it, but would like to give it a go. So, my question is: if I am unsuccessful in finding any baby lizards (figures when I need em I can't find em) what else can I feed it? The pet store said pinkies are too big!? I find that hard to believe, but what do I know? Anywho, any thoughts on this? I currently have "king" in a 15 gallon fish tank with some storebought sand, a heat rock, a shallow dish of water, a broken dish to hide under, and a branch from a pine hedge. I have added some small crickets I found in the yard, if it wants any of them.
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