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Best Bundles for Adult Spotted Pythons

Adult Spotted Python Ultimate Habitat Bundle

Best Substrates for Adult Spotted Pythons

ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles: Breeder Block
ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use: 36 Quart

Best Enclosures for Adult Spotted Pythons

48" Sliding Door Reptile Vivarium (4x2): 180 Gallon 48x24x36 / Black

Best Lighting Products for Adult Spotted Pythons

Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting: LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit / 48"

Best Heating Products for Adult Spotted Pythons

Vivarium Electronics Radiant Heat Panels: 80W – 22.5” x 12.5”
Vivarium Electronics Thermostats: VE-200

Best Bundles for Subadult Spotted Pythons

Subadult Spotted Python Ultimate Habitat Bundle

Best Substrates for Subadult Spotted Pythons

RediChip Premium Medium Sized Coconut Chips; Ready to Use: 36 Quart
ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use: 36 Quart

Best Enclosures for Subadult Spotted Pythons

36" Sliding Door Reptile Vivarium (36x18) - 50 Gallon: Black

Best Lighting Products for Subadult Spotted Pythons

Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting: LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit / 36"

Best Heating Products for Subadult Spotted Pythons

Vivarium Electronics Radiant Heat Panels: 40W – 12.5” x 12.5”
Vivarium Electronics Thermostats: VE-200

Best Substrates for Juvenile Spotted Pythons

BabiChip Premium Small Sized Coconut Chips; Ready to Use: 12 Quart
BabiChip Premium Small Sized Coconut Chips; Ready to Use: 36 Quart

Best Enclosures for Juvenile Spotted Pythons

HabiStat 24" Glass Terrariums: 24x18x18, 34 Gallon Terrarium

Best Lighting Products for Juvenile Spotted Pythons

Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting: LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit / 24"

Best Heating Products for Juvenile Spotted Pythons

Arcadia Deep Heat Projectors: 50W
Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector: 5.5"

The Spotted Python (Antaresia maculosa) is a fascinating small python species native to Australia, known for its distinctive appearance and unique behaviors. These snakes typically range from 2-3 feet, making them one of the smaller python species. They are named for the scattered spots or blotches that adorn their bodies, which vary in color from light brown to dark brown or reddish-brown against a lighter background. This camouflage helps them blend into their natural rocky and grassy habitats, offering protection from predators and aiding in hunting small prey.

Spotted Pythons are nocturnal hunters, meaning they are most active during the night. They are skilled ambush predators, using their excellent camouflage to lie in wait for prey such as small mammals, birds, and reptiles. Despite their small size, Spotted Pythons are proficient climbers and burrowers, using these abilities to explore their surroundings and seek shelter. They are also known for their relatively docile temperament, making them popular among reptile enthusiasts as pets. In captivity, they thrive in environments that replicate their natural habitat, including rock crevices or burrows where they can retreat during the day. Overall, Spotted Pythons exhibit a fascinating blend of adaptability, hunting prowess, and gentle demeanor that make them a captivating species to observe and care for.

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Common Spotted Python ReptiChip Questions

The scientific name of the Spotted Python is Antaresia maculosa.

The Spotted Python is also known as Eastern small-blotched python and Eastern Children’s python.

Spotted Pythons are native to Australia, From the extreme north of the Cape York Peninsula, South through eastern Queensland to northern, New South Wales, & on many island off the coast of Queensland, and New Guinea.

Adult Spotted Pythons typically reach about 2-3 ft.

Spotted Pythons live about 20-30 years with proper care.

Recommended temperatures for a Spotted Python: 70-75°F cool side, 80-85°F warm side, and 90-92°F basking spot.

Spotted Pythons need 50-70% humidity.

UVB lighting is recommended because it benefits Spotted Pythons. Lighting spec: UVA/UVB benefits animal.

Recommended enclosure sizes for a Spotted Python: Baby-Young: 24”x18”x18” (<6 months), 36”x18”x18” (>6 months +); Sub Adult-Adult: 48”x24”x24” (4 ft minimum), OR, 48”x24”x48” (they will climb). Always base adult size enclosure off of snake size. They should be able to stretch out in length completely & turn around comfortably.

Spotted Pythons eat: Carnivorous: Whole Prey, Rodents, Chicks, Quail.

Yes. Spotted Pythons are considered a beginner-level species. If previously established on F/T rodents.

Spotted Pythons are nocturnal (active at night).

Common Spotted Python behavior traits: Shy/nervous especially when young; Docile when worked with; Warm up easily with consistent handling; Food motivated/strong feeding response; Climb when given proper space and decor to do so.

Yes. Spotted Pythons are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.

A Spotted Python clutch is typically about 6-12 eggs.

Spotted Python eggs typically incubate for about 50-60 days before hatching.

Recommended substrates for juvenile Spotted Pythons: BabiChip Premium Small Sized Coconut Chips; Ready to Use.

Recommended substrates for sub-adult Spotted Pythons: RediChip Premium Medium Sized Coconut Chips; Ready to Use and ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use.

Recommended substrates for adult Spotted Pythons: ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles and ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use.

Recommended enclosures for Spotted Pythons by age. Juvenile: HabiStat 24" Glass Terrariums. Sub-adult: Vivarium 36" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums. Adult: Vivarium 48" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums (4'x2').

Recommended lighting products for Spotted Pythons: Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting.

Recommended heating products for Spotted Pythons by age. Juvenile: Arcadia Deep Heat Projectors and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector. Sub-adult: Vivarium Electronics Radiant Heat Panels and Vivarium Electronics Thermostats. Adult: Vivarium Electronics Radiant Heat Panels and Vivarium Electronics Thermostats.

Yes. Recommended habitat bundles for Spotted Pythons by age. Juvenile: Juvenile Spotted Python Ultimate Habitat Bundle. Sub-adult: Subadult Spotted Python Ultimate Habitat Bundle. Adult: Adult Spotted Python Ultimate Habitat Bundle.

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