1. Rosy Boa
One of the most beautiful snakes that you can adopt as a pet has to be the rosy boa. Members of the Boidae family, these snakes are found in a variety of colors, patterns, and rarely grow large enough to overwhelm the average pet snake owner. Another benefit of these snakes is that their average captive lifespan ranges from 20-40 years. But let’s discuss the most fantastic part about them: their color variations. Rosy boas come in a wide variety of colors and patterns depending on their region or preferred habitat. A domesticated rosy boa is a very cute snake. These snakes utilize camouflage when found in the wild, capable of blending in with their natural homes. Some popular rosy boa variations include:
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While you may need to look up what some of these variations look like, you’ll never be disappointed in the way rosy boas look. Their rounded heads and unique colors make them stand out in any home or environment. Keep in mind that some rosy boa varieties are quite rare and therefore expensive to adopt as pets.
2. Eyelash Viper
A member of the Viperidae family, the eyelash viper is truly a stunner and falls in the category of “cute snakes.” These slender snakes come in an endless number of colors and patterns, including gray, yellow, tan, red, green, and brown. Their bodies can be diamond patterned or striped, and the unique colors only continue through these patterns. However, the most striking physical trait of these snakes has to be their eyelashes. These eyelashes aren’t quite eyelashes at all- they are scales along the head of these vipers. They don’t appear to serve a purpose, and the eyelashes are more present on certain breeds over others. No matter what, these snakes have a snubbed nose and unique eyelashes. When paired with unique colors and patterns, the eyelash viper is honestly pretty adorable (if you avoid its venomous bite!).
3. California Kingsnake
If you aren’t interested in adopting a venomous snake like the eyelash viper, you should check out the California kingsnake. These nonvenomous reptiles are easy to care for, extremely popular, and friendly in the grand scheme of pet snakes. Plus, they come in a variety of colors and patterns making them a very cute snake to own, including:
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A California kingsnake has large eyes and a precious rounded nose, making them one of the cutest snakes in the world. They also grow to a manageable 3-4 feet in length, and live an average 20-30 years. If you are looking to adopt a snake, the California kingsnake is a fantastic starter. Either way, this snake has some beautiful variations to observe!
4. Garter Snake
You may have a garter snake in your backyard right now, but that’s no reason to panic! The garter snake is a precious wild snake, known for its slender body and pest control capabilities in an outdoor setting. You may be able to keep a garter snake as a pet, but most of the time, this snake breed prefers to be left alone in your garden. Some common garter snake breeds or varieties include:
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Most of these garter snake varieties grow an average of 1-3 feet in length, with the giant garter snake being an exception. They can reach 4 feet in length, but this slender bodied snake is still pretty adorable and a very cute snake.
5. Corn Snake
Another very cute snake and perfect starter snake for those of you hoping to adopt one of the cutest snakes in the world is the corn snake. This nonvenomous reptile loves humans and being handled. Plus, it never grows particularly large, and they have petite heads with large and adorable eyes. The best part about corn snakes? They come in a dizzying amount of colors and patterns, including:
SnowBlizzardBlood RedMelanisticMiami PhasePalmettoGhostCandy CanePinkBlueCoral SnowButterLavenderBlackScalelessPewterOkeeteeFloridaEasternCaramel
This isn’t even all of the varieties that a corn snake comes in, which makes them ideal for those of you seeking a unique and stunning pet snake. In fact, the number of possible variations of the corn snake has been studied for its genetic benefits and genome research.
6. Hognose Snake
There’s something so special about the hognose snake, and you may be able to guess based on its namesake. Yes, this snake has an adorable turned up nose like a pig, making it one of the cutest snakes in the world. In fact, the hognose snake has become one of the most popular pet snake breeds worldwide, and for good reason. Not only are these species small and a cute snake with their rounded bodies, they come in a variety of colors and patterns. Some of the most popular hognose snake variations include:
AlbinoAxanthicRed AlbinoCoral SnowSuper ArcticPink PastelLavenderJaguarEasternToffeeconda
Some of these variations are extremely rare, and should only be purchased from a reputable snake breeder. Hognose snakes also often have tricky dietary requirements, so this is something to keep in mind if you are a new snake owner. However, how can you say no to a face like this?!
7. Asian Vine Snake
Small, slender, and with a unique head shape, the Asian vine snake is definitely one of the cutest snakes in the world. A member of the Colubridae family, this snake is slightly venomous. However, its cuteness has helped it become a fairly popular pet snake among experienced reptile pet owners. Their bodies are extremely thin and unique, and their heads are narrow triangles with large eyes. They are prolific tree climbers, and rarely grow longer than two feet in length. Asian vine snakes also live up to their name, given their vibrant green colorations. Their underbellies are often white or cream, and some of these snakes have been bred to have black or white speckles and stripes. This species makes a very cute snake.
8. Carpet Python
Friendly and exotic, carpet pythons come in a wide variety of captive variations. These snakes make wonderful pets, and the amount of colors and patterns they come in don’t actually occur in the wild. However, this doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy just how beautiful and cute they are! Some of the most and cute snake varieties of carpet python include:
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The diamond patterns and large head of the carpet python make it stunning and adorable. However, this snake is one of the larger varieties on this list, capable of growing over 6 feet in length, both in the wild and in captivity. The average carpet python lives 30 years as well, making it an adorable member of your family for years to come.
9. Ball Python
Similarly to the carpet python, the ball python is another popular pet, and very cute snake variety. Their head and body shapes are extremely similar to carpet pythons, with large and friendly faces. In addition, ball pythons are highly recommended as beginner pet snakes given their docile nature and easy care needs. Plus, ball pythons have been bred for captivity and are found in a variety of patterns and colors, including:
AxanthicAlbinoBananaSpiderPiebaldRedVanillaYellow BellyPinstripeRingerPastelMojaveLesserClownChampagne
As you can no doubt see, you’ll have no trouble finding a ball python in the specific shade and pattern that you’ve always dreamed of. However, some of these variations are extremely rare and expensive, so keep this in mind if you are considering adopting a ball python. While these snakes can grow larger than other types, they live a long life- up to 40 years in captivity!
10. Ringneck Snake
While they aren’t often kept as pets, the ringneck snake is definitely one of the cutest snakes in the world. These slightly venomous snakes are members of the Colubridae family along with corn and vine snakes. You can identify them easily by the brightly colored ring around their necks, which is where they got their namesake! Ringneck snakes come in a variety of colors, including gray, black, brown, red, and yellow. However, what makes them most unique and stunning is that their underbellies usually contain vivid coloring while the upper portion of their bodies remains a solid, neutral color. The reason that ringneck snakes look like this is to protect them in the wild. They remain a neutral and camouflaged color while traveling or hunting, and they reveal their brightly colored underbellies to warn predators that they are indeed venomous!
11. Kenyan Sand Boa
With an adorable rounded head and small body size, the Kenyan sand boa is definitely one of the cutest snakes in the world. You can keep this particular boa as a pet, is a cute snake, and it is extremely popular due to its relative comfortability when being handled. Plus, sand boas live an average of 10-15 years in captivity, making them ideal for a wide variety of households. You can find Kenyan sand boas in a number of colors, patterns, and variations, including:
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While you may mistake this particular snake for a type of worm, its body and head are unique and cute. Since the average Kenyan sand boa never grows longer than two feet in length, they are ideally kept in small enclosures.
