How to Buy a Rough Green Snake

A very common reptile, the rough green snake is a popular pet for people with exotic tastes. It is a very calm snake that doesn't mind being handled. You can easily buy a rough green snake either in a pet store or online.

  1. Local Pet Stores

    • Large retail pet stores such as Petsmart and Petco carry exotic reptile species. Privately owned pet stores might sell rough green snakes or they may order one if you ask.

    Diamond Reptile

    • Diamond Reptile is an online live reptile store with a home base in Bushnell, Florida. Their rough green snakes are priced at $15 but there is a minimum shipment purchase of $35 and a $5 box charge. Diamond Reptile sells many varieties of rare reptiles, including crocodiles and spitting cobras.

    Silver City Serpentarium

    • Another Florida-based online reptile seller, Silver City sells rough green snakes for $20 each. All of their reptiles are shipped next-day air and have a $7.50 packing fee. Silver City has a large collection of exotic pets for sale.