My corn snake stopped eating his second mouse. What's wrong?

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My corn snake usually eats two mice every Thursday. However, the past three weeks straight, he's refused the second mouse. Nothing has changed inside his tank, and as far as I know, his stress level hasn't increased significantly. He's been eating the same size prey item for a few months now. What could be causing this? How can I help him? Pet's info: Reptile | Other Snake | Male | 1 year old

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

I honestly would not be overly concerned at this point. Snakes can go for very long periods of time (months) without eating at all. At least he is still eating something. He may be getting ready to shed or possibly the tank temperature has fallen too low. I suggest you check the temperature of the tank to make sure it is staying at the correct levels. There should be a temperature gradient of 70-85 degrees so that one side of the cage is warmer than the other. That way he can move around to the temperature he needs at any given time. When they are digesting their food they often need higher temps. After making sure the temperatures are correct, I recommend skipping one week of feed all together. Then the next week, try feeding him again to see if his appetite is back to normal.

My corn snake stopped eating his second mouse. What's wrong?

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