In this video, I’m introducing you to one of those “wait… that’s a thing?” species: shovelnose snakes—snakes that are primarily insectivorous. Bree and I walk through getting them set up in simple, temporary habitats so they can settle in properly while we dial in the basics. I’m always going to prioritize natural lives first, so even a temporary setup still needs to hit the fundamentals: security, appropriate substrate, clutter, and the right microclimates so the animal can choose what it needs. We talk about why these snakes are so cool, what makes them different from the typical rodent-eating species most people think of, and how I approach early-stage husbandry when I’m still observing behavior and preferences. The big takeaway is that “temporary” doesn’t mean bare-minimum—it means functional, safe, and easy to maintain while you learn the animal. If you’re curious about insect-eating snakes, or you’re looking for a practical way to set up new arrivals without stressing them out, this one’s for you.