US #5116
2016 Corn Snake – Pets
- Pictures a corn snake
- Part of the 20-stamp Pets set honoring the wide range of animals we keep as companions
Stamp Category: Commemorative
Set: Pets
Value: 47¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: August 2, 2016
First Day City: Las Vegas, Nev... more
US #5116
2016 Corn Snake – Pets
- Pictures a corn snake
- Part of the 20-stamp Pets set honoring the wide range of animals we keep as companions
Stamp Category: Commemorative
Set: Pets
Value: 47¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: August 2, 2016
First Day City: Las Vegas, Nevada
Quantity Issued: 400,000,000
Printed by: Ashton Potter (USA) Ltd.
Printing Method: Offset
Format: Double-sided Booklet of 20
Tagging: Nonphosphored type III, block tag
Why the stamp was issued: To celebrate the role our pet corn snakes play in making our lives more enjoyable.
About the stamp design: Pictures a photograph by Eric Isselée of a corn snake.
First Day City: The First Day of Issue Ceremony was held at the SuperZoo National Show for Pet Retailers at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada.
About the Pets set: The USPS created 20 stamps to celebrate the many different animals we humans keep as companions. Each stamp pictures one species: puppies, betta fish, iguanas, hamsters, goldfish, kittens, rabbits, tortoises, guinea pigs, parrots, corn snakes, mice, hermit crabs, chinchillas, gerbils, geckos, cats, horses, parakeets, and dogs.
History the stamp represents: Corn snakes are a constrictor species of rat snake native to the southeastern and central United States. The snake gets its name not only from the patterns on its scales, but also because they can often be found patiently waiting for rodents attracted to corn and grain storage units on farms.
The corn snake’s temperament and small size make it an ideal pet. They rarely bit, are not venomous, and are inquisitive and active. This makes them fun to watch as they explore their surroundings. They are also docile and easy to train.
Corn snakes require very little maintenance. Depending on age, they only require feeding every 5-10 days. With an occasional spot cleaning in between, the snake’s vivarium (cage) only needs to be cleaned monthly. The sole daily chore is providing fresh water. And unlike some other snake species, corn snakes rarely have difficulty feeding or shedding their skin.
Enthusiasts also cite the minimal equipment needed to house corn snakes, along with their size and longevity, as good reasons to own them. Because they only grow to about five feet, a small vivarium, a heat source, thermostat, water bowl, artificial plants, and a flooring substance are all that is required to keep pet corn snakes healthy and happy.
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