What should I know about pest control and snakes?

Answer by  paulbrown (32)

Pest control refers is regulation of a species defined as a pest, because they are detrimental to person's health, the ecology or the economy. Snakes can be considered pests.

Answer by  Requin (290)

Most snakes won't have a pest problem. Pet store snakes are the most likely to have pests, the most common by far being mites. If you suspect mites, look in the snake's water dish as they try to soak them off. Mites can be very difficult to get rid of, but it's possible. There are tips online.