G'day mate,
As you would know, reptiles can't produce their own body heat. If you aren't supplying an external heat source, the snakes body temperature is at the mercy of the ambient temperature, which most of the time will be below what it requires. Just like us, if their body temperature is too low, it means that their immune system isn't performing to its potential and is therefore leaving the animal susceptible to disease.
There are several
care sheets for Carpet Pythons online, and several books available as well. Check out
www.ultimatereptiles.com.au and
www.mikeswanherpbooks.com for products and books, do a bit of research and get your pet into a properly designed and fitted out enclosure.
Cheers,
Jonno
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