Non-Venomous

White-spotted Slug Snake For Sale

Pareas margaritophorus

The White-spotted Slug Snake (Pareas margaritophorus) is a small, non-defensive serpent flecked with pale spots, feeding solely on snails and slugs thanks to asymmetric teeth that pull each victim from its shell. Completely harmless and docile through humid Thai forest, it appeals to specialist keepers willing to source a steady supply of molluscs.

Overview

Adult Length

35 – 55 cm

Venom

Non-venomous. Harmless.

In the Wild

Habitat

Semi-arboreal. Humid forest, bamboo thickets and shrubland near water. 0 – 1,200 m. Northern, central and northeastern Thailand.

Wild Diet

Snails and slugs exclusively. Asymmetric dentition allows extraction of snail from shell.

Captive Care

Captive Diet

Live or fresh snails and slugs only. Specialised diet — no prey substitution possible.

Temperature

22 – 26 °C ambient — 20 °C cool end

Humidity

75 – 90 %. Daily misting; damp substrate.

UV Requirements

Low (nocturnal). UVI 0 – 0.5.

Enclosure

Semi-arboreal. Min 60 × 45 × 45 cm. Humid naturalistic setup.

Temperament

Docile. Non-defensive. Specialised feeding requirements are the primary challenge.

Distribution in Thailand

Known regional occurrences across Thailand. Wild-source collection is regulated; all stock is supplied wholesale under CITES-compliant export.

Wholesale Only — Apply for Access

Medusa Reptile Co. supplies the White-spotted Slug Snake to licensed wholesale buyers and importers via air cargo from Thailand. Minimum order quantities apply.

Apply for Wholesale Access

Export is conducted strictly under CITES permits and Thai wildlife law. We do not sell to the general public.