What size tank does a spotted python need?
Size – Spotted Pythons are a ground dwelling snake, and their cage should reflect a ground dwelling environment. An adult must have a minimum cage size of 30” Long x 12” Deep x 12” High, although many keepers prefer a larger cage. Babies can start in 10-gallon tanks.
Do spotted pythons need a heat lamp?
Children’s and spotted pythons require a basking spot maintained between 32-35˚C and a cool end of 22-26˚C during the day. Night time temperatures should not drop below 21˚C. Temperatures should be checked daily and must be regulated with the use of a good quality thermostat.
What do I need for a spotted python?
The spotted python requires clean enclosures with good ventilation. Most snakes will climb if branches or platforms are provided. Hide boxes should also be provided. All captive snakes require fresh water to drink in bowls made of nonporous materials.
Are spotted pythons good for beginners?
Spotted pythons are good beginner snakes. Spotted python babies can start out in enclosures as small as 10 gallons. At around 12-18 months, you can increase the size to 20 (long) or 30 gallon breeder size. All snakes are skilled escape artists.
Do spotted pythons need UVB?
Spotted pythons do not need any UVA/UVB lighting. If you choose to add lights to your enclosure it is important that they are turned off at night. This is to give your snake a proper day/night cycle.
How long can a spotted python go without eating?
Frozen food items must be completely thawed before they are offered, this can be achieved by slowly warming them in a container filled with warm water. Adult snakes may feed regularly for several months and then abstain from eating for long periods, occasionally for as long as six months.
What is the best substrate for spotted pythons?
Substrate. A Spotted Python will do well on a wide variety of substrates. Many people choose to keep these snakes on Aspen or Cypress Mulch type bedding which works really well. You could also keep these snakes on a coco fibre or other soil based bedding.
How long do spotted pythons live in captivity?
The Childrens Python will live 15 to 25 years in captivity, with the proper care.
Are spotted pythons aggressive?
The spotted python is a type of non-venomous snake with a docile temperament.
How often should I feed my spotted python?
Adult Spotted Pythons can be fed every 7 days for the duration of their life. As they are nocturnal snakes, it is best to feed them at night. The size of the rodent should be no bigger than the largest part of the snake’s body.
Do spotted python bites hurt?
Even if you feel confident that a snake you’ve spotted is a Diamond Python never pick them up or get too close. These pythons might not have venom but their fangs will still hurt if you get bitten.
Are spotted pythons good pets?
In Captivity Spotted pythons are often kept as pets due to their small size, docile temperaments, strong feeding responses, resiliency and easy captive care. They and other species in the genus Antaresia are often seen as a good beginner species for keeping reptiles, particularly snakes.