Bredli's to handle?

[tan]

Hi there!
I currently have a 6yo coastal (who is beautiful of course) but am looking to expand and Bredli's have caught my eye? I love to cuddle my little girl and wonder is a Bredli generally a good natured snake also? :roll:

[salebrosus]

I have one gorgeous female and a male that is toey with everyone but me. I personally think it's luck of the drawer. I have had rumoured nasty snakes but the only nasties i've ever had have been Childrens. Just luck of the drawer but they are a damn fine snake tan. Top choice.

Simone.

[tan]

thanks simone! If parents handle well is this a good sign for their babies??

[kahn_10]

it is one of those things tan some people say it does make a difference some say it doesnt i dont think it does as i have seen 2 quite snakes have physho babies and vice versa

[jessop]

yeah i was reading a thread the other day about an aggressive Bredli. from what i've read, generally they are one of the more docile/placid pythons. but there is no guarantee on getting a 'great handler', some seem to grow out of it after a while, some may never, possibly having some kind of "agro gene".

[jessop]

hey chief try this... http://www.aussiepythons.com/index.p...ic&t=20383

[waruikazi]

I have found that females tend to be alot quieter with bredli. My bredli pair are equal best handlers i have had, I never even had to hand tame them, they have always just been absolute gems and pleasures to hold and "cuddle". Highly reccomend them.

[tan]

Thanks people I love the feedback!!

[tan]

Originally Posted by jessop

hey chief try this... http://www.aussiepythons.com/index.p...ic&t=20383

thanks for that ref, I was actually looking at that one this arvo, None of my friends are into snakes, so its nice to be able to chat it out with others and get their opinions

[salebrosus]

You should be fine tan, i've got some fabulaous adult snakes with some of their offspring being just as lovely while i've had a couple of little psychos in that mix. If your not 100% sure and you have a friend who knows his snakes maybe you can take them along when looking at a prospective snake. That way you have a second opinion. I am biased i don't think you can ever go wrong with a Bredl.

Simone.

[DanN]

If your worried about it being snappy then just choose a snake that isn't. This way you wont be afraid to handle it, which will give it a chance to calm down further and familarize with you.

[alumba]

Yes it is a bit of luck to find a really nice bredli, a lot I deal with r quite snappy in till you get them out of the cage and even then I get bitten some times. When people ask me about the temperament of a snake I tell them not to judge a snake by its species but more on personality. I have a 6 foot Darwin carpet a species which is known to be quite snappy, I can pretty much hold this snake any way I like and it will not bite, on the other hand I have a coastal which is known to a nice snake to have it bites no matter what I do whether I change water get her out just to hold it will always bite me. so if u can when choosing a bredli ask the pet shop if you can handle it get a feel for it, c if it thrashes around or is happy to be held or just to c if it will bite you... watch out for the little tricks that some people pull though, like keeping the snake cool so it is more docile, check if it warm if they let u handle it........But above all make sure it is feeding well and in good health.

PS..if u r thinking about getting a hatchling, well 95% of the r snappy there the ones that tend to b good feeders but that dose not mean it will be snappy latter in its life

Regards Alumba

[indicus]

As been suggest Tan, you can get good and bad with all python species.....like us, their individuals and act accordingly. Some are just plain nasty, others are rather relaxed and qutie in comparsion. Having said that, my suggestion is to get a hatchling and put some time into it. After it's settled into a good feeding routine etc, you can try handling it on a regular basis; eg for a short period every second day or so etc......some people disagree with handling; however providing it's eating fine, basking regularly etc; i'm yet to have a python die from the stress due to casual handling....As you get used to it, it'll get use to you. If at the very least you'll most likely get it to the stage where you can casualy get it in out to clean the cage etc, without to much trouble. The other thing to consider, is that most new reptile keepers hope to get a juvenile snake that wont bite. The truth is however most snakes do bite from time to time, for what ever reason. It's one of the joys of keeping snakes; part and parcel. Same old story, play with fire long enough your bound to get burnt. The beauty is, the bite of a hatchling python doesnt really hurt much.....if anything you'd be more worried about it hurting itself, busting teeth etc.
Mate, if you want a bredli; go for it......they are one of the many beautiful pythons Australia has to offer.....good luck

[Shimarah]

Tan as has already been said by everyone, you can get snappy and non snappy in all species. Luck of the draw I guess... But having said that I own 4 Bredli's and can honestly say they are the most docile of all my snakes.One is a littel cage protective, she is as sweet as the rest of them once she is out though. I couldn't recommend them enough!! If you want a Bredli then go for it In my opinion they are one of the most stunning snakes we have available here.

[tan]

Thanks guys!! Just to let you know, I have just reserved myself a Bredli hatchie!!!!!! I'm so excited, can't wait!!! Thanks for all the feedback, you all convinced me my decision is a good one!!