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  1. Stuart

    The Boiga Thread

    A couple of Boiga pics to get the thread started
  2. C

    Evil stimson's python HELP!

    Hey guys, my first post! I picked up a 2ish year old stimson's python at the reptile exo WA on the weekend. I actually brought it for my dad as he is waiting for his license and then it will be transferred to him. Anyway the guy wouldn't let us hold it for "safety reasons", this snake is so...
  3. bluetongue beno

    Herping 2014 - 15 season

    Hey guys, Just a few finds from the season just passed. I apologise for photo quality, all taken with a phone. Antaresia maculosa (spotted python) - Cecil Plains, QLD Cacophis kreftii (southern dwarf crowned snake) - Main Range NP, QLD Parasuta dwyeri (dwyer's snake) - Westmar, QLD...
  4. S

    Jungle Python Skin Condition

    Jungle pythons skin is looking very dry and just not right some scales seem damaged and the scales are not lying flat like on my spotted python. his scales have no shine to them he is very matte. Here is his information Temps:30 up top, 25 down the bottom Humidity:50-60% sometimes drops to...
  5. G

    Spotted Python

    Hi thank you to all those people who replied to my last post. your replies were really helpful. I again have a hiding spotted python that also hasn't eaten for three weeks. I rearranged his enclosure and added a purple light for heat and took away existing heat mat. Any thoughts ideas...
  6. K

    How much handling does a snake like

    Hi, have just purchased my first snake, a 15 month old Stimpson python. Was just wondering how regularly a snake can be handled and for how long? Husband seems to think every 3rd day so we don't make it cranky. Have been holding it for at least 20 mins. Cheers
  7. Allan

    Spotted Python babies, free freight

    Species Common Name Spotted Python Age 6 months Length 300mm Quantity Available 4 Bred By Hans Lindahl General Description Only a few left from strong and healthy blood line where parents have produced clutches for 18 years. Feeding well on fuzzies. Free freight to...
  8. rothschild.kevin

    Stimsons or spotted?

    I recently got a young Python and was told it was a stimsons but it looks more like a spotted to me what do u think? ?
  9. P

    favourite breed of python!

    hey everyone, just starting this thread to see everyone's favourite breed of python and why!? ill post a picture of my waters when i upload photos to my laptop :) but in the mean time lets see what everyone's favourite breeds are! DONT FORGET TO UPLOAD A PHOTO :)
  10. BasiliskTV

    Heating problem

    Hey guys, now that it's coming on winter and the temperatures are cooling down I am having some heating problems. I have a 100w infrared basking globe but it's not getting the temp hot enough for my spotted Python tank. It's only keeping the tank around 25 degrees and it's supposed to be 30-32...
  11. J

    Jungle won't keep food down.

    Hi guys first post here and unfortunately not a positive one. I have a 16 month old jungle python which I've owned since a hatchling. She's been a strong feeder since day one without any issues until recently. She's been taking full grown mice for a while now. Since December she has only...
  12. J

    Heating problems

    Hey guys, if got a Spotted python about 10 weeks old. If got a terrarium 900x45x60.I am reaching temperatures at 26 degrees max. I have read that it should be around 31 degrees. I am using a 50w heat lamp with a 18w 2.0 uv light. Would getting a heat mat help me reach the correct temperatures...
  13. N

    Spotted python handling

    I have a spotted python and everytime I go in to handle him he just seems to want to get away. When I lift up his hide and go to pick him up he just squirms and goes back into a hide. He is around a year old and the guy I baught him off didn't handle him much and I think that's why he does this...
  14. S

    the correct cage size

    Hello everyone, I have been sifting through care sheets looking for the correct cage size I will soon have to buy for my spotted python. I'm looking for the MINIMUM cage size I would be able to COMFORTABLY house the snake. Some sources have said 110-100cm (in length) , some have said 80-90 and...
  15. E

    Spotted Python Advice on grow sizes please!! NEED HELP

    hi, im a new member so still trying to get used to where to post etc. but I have a question regarding Spotted python growth size. a friend and I purchased a spotted each out of the same clutch, so currently both are just on 18 months old. My python size is around 1 metre, and about a 20c coin in...
  16. N

    Feeding response

    G'day guys, I have recently purchased a spotted python and he seems to have a pretty and feeding response, as soon as you put your hand in the enclosure he tends to strike, but when you have him out of the tank he is fine and doesn't strike at all. He is a year old and I think the previous owner...
  17. R

    Torn Shedding

    My 2 year old spotted python went through another shed on Thursday, which wouldn't be too concerning except for the fact that once he was done it was torn into different pieces, like he was having a lot of trouble getting it off. The shed was over the course of a week, as per usual, and I kept...
  18. J

    Advise please: New Diamond hatchie

    Hey everyone, So, I got my first snake at the expo over the weekend, I've been doing heaps of reading, heaps of research and have planned how the first week or two should go, but keep reading contradictory pieces of advice so was hoping to hear the recommendations of people who have far more...
  19. notechistiger

    Spotted Pythons

    Species Common Name Spotted python Age Hatchlings and a yearling Length Quantity Available 4 Bred By Me General Description Three hatchling spotted pythons for $100 each, comes with their tubs. 1x yearling spotted python for $150. They're all feeding well, no problems at all...
  20. S

    A good start

    Hello all, I'm looking for a first reptile that would be easy to care for, feed and handle. I'm keen for something more tropical or subtropical and not something from the desert (I.e. a bearded dragon), and something that won't require a massive cage. I've considered spotted pythons, but I...
  21. S

    Reptile Vision?

    Hello Everyone, I'm currently looking through all the equipment I might need to house a spotted python (its my first snake) and I came across the Exo Terra Reptile Vision Compact Fluorescent bulb. The description talks about how humans see three spectrums, however reptiles can see an...
  22. S

    Is there a difference between rainforest and desert heat mat by exo terra

    Hey everyone, I'm buying all the gear i'll need for a spotted python in one massive shipment. Exo Terra makes both a desert and a rainforest heat mat. The store I'm buying from only has desert, and i figured i'll probably need the rainforest...if there's a difference. Does anyone think the...
  23. S

    My spotted setup ... is it right?

    Hello Everyone, I'm housing a spotted python hatchling in a 12x12x18 planted terrarium (plants will probably include mosses and pothos, feel free to mention any other tropical plants that originate in Australia) I've found what I think is the correct equipment I need to house it comfortably...
  24. S

    12x12x18 for spotted python hatchling??

    would a 12x12x18 glass terrarium be an appropriately sized housing for a spotted python hatchling for any period of time? I've got one lying around and I was wondering if it could be used as a home for any period of time before I buy the proper enclosure (60x45x60). I'm aware that a hatchling...
  25. S

    q's about spotted setup

    I'm thinking about getting a spotted python (hatchling) and I was wondering what equipment/products, particularly heating and lighting I will need to get. Also I have a 12x12x18 terrarium. Instead of buying a new one straight of (although I know it needs to be done) would the snake fit in it...
  26. vjungle

    Male blond spotted python

    I am looking for a blond spotted python yearling or older. Must be high quality and good health/feed. Pattern is RP dorsal striped only, Please send pictures along with asking price to [email protected] or give me a call. Thank you M-0418603860
  27. J

    6yo Spotted Python w/ enclosure

    Species Common Name Spotted Python Age 6 yr Length 1.2m (approx) Quantity Available 1 General Description Reluctant sale of a healthy, mature spotted python. I am moving overseas and need to see my pal gets a good home. This was my first snake, purchased as a yearling in early 2010...
  28. Pirateherpss

    Feeding python hatchling, lizards from the garden? Good or Bad?

    Okay so I got a little spotted python hatchy and he doesn't eat. Ive done everything possible so I don't need suggestions on things I should be doing to get him to eat. Like Ive said, I have tried everything and I know what im doing. I have resorted to assist feeding. I find that feeding him a...
  29. S

    Spotted Python Extremely Scared

    So about a week ago i bought my first snake which is a 1 year old spotted python. I fed him on monday ( With alot of trouble getting him into the box i feed him in) and he did eat. Now the problem is that whenever I just come near the viv or touch him he goes crazy looking for a hiding spot and...
  30. cagey

    "Mistakes" you have made.

    Given we see the admonishment of newbies on here for ignorance, I am throwing it open to admit a mistake you have made re your reptiles over the years. I will start the ball rolling by admitting my mistake in understanding the size of a mouse or rat a python can eat. Even after weighing the...
  31. V

    Missing Snake

    Today ive woken up to my snake doing the great escape, and im not quite sure where she could be, Could anyone assist me in some areas i could look as this is my first snake ive checked the following Kitchen " refrigerator " Around the tank area Basically the whole lounge room Pulled apart my...
  32. S

    Spotted Python Housing Advice

    Hey guys, im brand new to the herp hobby and also to the forums, so Hello! I have set up my viv with a microclimate B1 thermostat which is placed in the middle of the cage near the substrate, a heatpad stuck to the underside of the enclosure and a 100W infrared heatlamp above. My enclosure is...
  33. Pirateherpss

    Hatchies not feeding HELP!

    I know there is heaps of info online about this topic, i have literally read everything on getting hatchlings to eat. I have tried everything I think possible. I just need advice, or help on what i should be doing next.. I have 2 spotted python hatchies, both 3.5 weeks old. They have not eaten...
  34. B

    Help

    Hey Everyone, just wanted to chase some advise about a little situation i currently have. basically my issue is that my 6 year old spotted python has just laid a bunch of eggs in her enclosure. seems as though i wasn't observant enough to notice the signs that she was gravid. so my question i...
  35. M

    cage defensive?!

    cage defensive?! help please. Hi, I've had my spotted python for around 6months, he is a 4yr old, 5ft, beautiful temperament once out of Enclosure. I had him for about 4 months in a large tub. And he was nice friendly, would come out happily on his own, or you could legitimately just put...
  36. B

    Spotted python help

    Gday I am new to keeping snakes I have a 11 month old spotted python that I am having trouble with every time I get it out of his container it strikes at me and who ever is near me is there some thing I can do so he stops this will he grow out of it
  37. 5potted

    Spotted python hatchling

    Species Common Name Spotted python Age 1 week Length 30cms Quantity Available 1 Bred By Me General Description Spotted python hatchling. Hatched 17/11/2014. Had its first shed and feed today. Will be ready to go once it's had another 4 feeds (3 weeks ish). Can be sold with a beginner...
  38. Rainbow-Serpent

    Shaking and jerking snake

    Hey everyone, So I have a spotted python who is currently acting very strangely, normally I wouldn't be worried by slight changes in behavior but this is something else. I don't actually know the sex (I didn't exactly get him from a reliable source), but I'll refer to it as "him". His...
  39. Prof_Moreliarty

    Lake moogerah field herping

    Hi Guys I have a friend who I will be visiting and as he lives on some acreage not far from lake moogerah and the national park there in qld. I thought it would be an excellent time to go field herping just wanted to know what I can expect to find and any tips people might have. :)
  40. R

    Handling Nervous Python

    I got a two year old spotted python a week ago, and last night I decided to take him out and just sit down with him to see how he did. He didn't 'S' up when I got him out with the hook, although the second I got him out he tried to slither back into his terrarium and he had hid his head under...
  41. G

    Hiding Baby Spotted Python

    I have a baby spotted python just over 6 months old. We feed him a decent sized pinkie a week ago . Since then he has been hiding inside his hide. He is usually quite active at night and sometimes during the day. He has not come out of his hide all week. I have checked on him a fem times and...
  42. B

    Yearling Spotted Pythons

    Species Common Name Spotted Pythons Age 12 months Length 400mm Approx. Quantity Available 10 Bred By Me General Description Yearling Spotted Pythons 9 feeding on fuzzy/ Hopper rats and the last one Feeding on velvet rats. (this one was a slow starter but feeding well now) All taking...
  43. R

    How to Handle New 2 Year Old Spotted Python?

    Yesterday I purchased and brought home a 2 year old male spotted python. The previous owner sold him with the terrarium and all, so he's in the same cage as he has been since the seller had him. However I was told to wait at least 12 hours to handle him because drive home would no doubt stress...
  44. R

    No Movement Advice/Trouble with Previous Owner

    I need some help and I'm a bit nervous about contacting the official website. Yesterday I purchased a spotted python from someone. I got my RW license for Queensland, where I live, and I purchased a record book at the same time. I took the snake home, and upon going about filling out my record...
  45. X

    Spotted python hunger strike

    Hi everyone. New to forum and had a question. We were given 15y old spotted by someone who was moving and couldn't keep anymore. Had for couple of years now. Eat and shed regular and gained 80 g to be at around 850 g now. But five weeks ago stopped eating. Wondering if normal for spotted...
  46. 5potted

    Female spotted python- Proven breeder

    Species Common Name Spotted python Age 5 years old Length Over 1m Quantity Available 1 Bred By Julie Worley General Description 5 year old train track female spotted python. Bred by Julie Worley's tri-coloured spotted line. Previously laid 2 cluthes with 10 eggs in each. Not the best...
  47. B

    after advice

    Hello I have just got my first snake witch is a 9 month old spotted python I have had for 3 weeks when I go to get it out of the click clack container it strikes at me with has made me a bit scared if it I want to be able to hold it to get my confidence with it it is fine once I get it out...
  48. P

    Olive python feeding question.

    I have not been able to find much info on this subject but I read the Mark O'shea book BOAS AND PYTHONS OF THE WORLD In the book he mentions the scrub python having a potential predator, and that predator was said to be the Olive Python. I don't think I have seen much other info on the subject...
  49. Tigerlily

    Can I turn the heat off at night this summer?

    So I'm stuck in a less-than-ideal housing situation at the moment. My snakes have to be kept in my bedroom which is not all that big, and gets VERY hot during warm weather. The two heat mats are making the room unbearable to sleep in at night! Last night I couldn't stand it any longer and I...
  50. notechistiger

    Spotted Python

    Species Common Name Spotted python Age 1 Length 30 Quantity Available 1 Bred By Me General Description For sale: One spotted python hold back from last year's clutch. Small due to a slow start, but will grow fast with an ample supply of delicious food. Bitey but will calm down...
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