Laotian wolf snake
Lycodon laoensis
Wholesale
Category
Non/Mildly Venomous Snakes
Minimum order
MOQ 10 head
Risk level
Non/Mildly Venomous
Per-head price
Members only
Overview
Adult Length
40 – 65 cm
Venom
Non-venomous. Harmless to humans.
In the Wild
Habitat
Terrestrial. Dry deciduous and mixed forest, limestone outcrops and rocky hillsides, 100 – 1,200 m. Northern and northeastern Thailand near the Laos border.
Wild Diet
Lizards, geckos & skinks. Terrestrial nocturnal hunter.
Captive Care
Temperature
24 – 28 °C ambient — 22 °C cool end
Humidity
50 – 65 %. Light misting 2× per week. Drier setup than most Thai colubrids.
UV Requirements
Low (nocturnal). UVI 0 – 1.0.
Feeding
Pre-killed small lizards or geckos. Every 5 – 7 days.
Enclosure
Terrestrial. Min 60 × 45 × 30 cm. Rocky hide decor; limestone substrate optional.
Temperament
Alert but generally calm. Suitable for intermediate keepers.
Distribution in Thailand