CARPET PYTHON
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Carpet Pythons are medium sized pythons native to Australia and almost all of it expect Tasmania. Their habitat ranges from wet tropical Rainforests to dry arid deserts. They typically grow to a size of 2-3 metres in length so require a large enclosure!
They are a semi arboreal species which means they will utilize climbing space so make sure these guys are given not only horizontal space but also vertical space to allow climbing!
Carpet pythons are known for their unpredictable and snappy attitude but they can be tamed down with regular handling and persistence, they make for amazing displays if setup properly!
Care level: Advanced
Average lifespan: 30 years
General nature: Food driven, Unpredictable, Snappy
Suitable for children? No
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Recommended readings:
Hot spot: 30⁰C-34⁰C
Background temp: 22⁰C-26⁰C
Night-time temp: 21⁰C-25⁰C
Humidity: 40%-60%
UVI: 0.7 – 1.0 (Maximum UVI: 1.1 – 3.0 in basking zone)
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Suitable housing (well-ventilated wooden vivarium)
Clamp lamp with ceramic holder
Basking spot bulb
Dimming thermostat
Heater guard
Foliage
Bark chippings (or other substrate)
Large water bowl
Decor of choice
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Carpet Pythons are actually semi-arboreal so will appreciate some height to their enclosure
Min: 6x3x3 ft wooden vivarium (custom made size)
Note: Glass tanks (such as fishtanks) are NOT suitable for Pythons
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Hermann's Tortoises are a diurnal species and require a suitable light and heat gradient in the enclosure to simulate a complete 24-hour period
Overhead UV basking lamp required
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No additional light source required if using a UV basking lamp
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Young/Juvenile/Adult offer a varied diet daily such as:
A handful of fresh weeds, flowers, leafy greens, daily
Follow a supplementation regime that involves calcium and multivitamin powders
