A human being can safely handle ringneck snakes. Ringneck snakes, despite having a venomous saliva, rarely attack humans. For a variety of reasons, they are among the best snakes to keep as pets. Ringneck snakes, despite their passive and submissive demeanor, only bite in rare and extreme circumstances.

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Are ringneck snakes aggressive?

To subdue their prey, which includes various invertebrates, amphibians, lizards, and smaller snakes, ringnecks use their weak venom from their saliva.

Can you handle a ringneck snake?

Small enough to be held in one hand, the tiny ringneck snake will happily curl up around a single finger. It’s an added bonus that ringneck snakes don’t require a tank as large as a shoebox, unlike larger snakes.

How big can ringneck snakes get?

A full-grown ringneck snake is only 10 to 16 inches long, making it one of the smallest snakes found on Long Island. The Colubrid family, which includes 75 percent of the world’s snake species, includes the ringneck snake.