Due to their preference for caves, these snakes have become able climbers and are known to move along cave walls. This ability becomes a strong asset for them when it comes to hunting. In addition, likely due to its cave-dwelling habits, beauty rat snakes are cathemeral, meaning that they are active at random times during the 24-hour day regardless of whether it is day or night outside. This species is inherently fast-paced and easily stressed, so all pets should be given ample hiding space and proper temperature to improve adaptation to its new environment and possibly promote temperament. Beauty snakes of all varieties are known to be territorial, so a snake hook or an obstacle between the snakes face and your hand is optimal for removal from their enclosure for handling etc.