{"product_id":"centralian-carpet-python-python","title":"Centralian Carpet Python | Morelia bredli","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Centralian Carpet Python is Australia's carpet python of the red centre - a large, confident, richly coloured constrictor from the ranges around Alice Springs. Handsome and food-driven, it rewards a keeper ready for a substantial snake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCentralian Carpet Pythons occur through the rocky ranges, gorges and river red gum-lined watercourses of central Australia, particularly the MacDonnell Ranges around Alice Springs, sheltering in rock crevices and climbing readily among rocks and trees. Natural origin for this listing is arid central Australia. The enclosure should recreate that warm, dry, rocky environment with a strong temperature gradient, secure hides and sturdy branches or ledges to climb, since this is a semi-arboreal species that makes good use of height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA healthy specimen is well-muscled with clear eyes, a clean vent and a smooth, glossy body. Centralian Carpets are among the most warmly coloured carpet pythons, showing rich reddish to tan ground colour with paler cream and darker brown patterning that intensifies with maturity. Adult size is generally 180–220 cm, so the animal should never be purchased only for its current size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTemperament is best described as generally calm but food-driven, and while hatchlings can be defensive, most settle well with regular gentle handling. They are best housed one snake to an enclosure. Carpet pythons do not need company, and cohabiting risks stress, competition at feeding and the danger of a feeding-response mistake, so pairs are only brought together briefly and under supervision for breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed as a carnivore; appropriately sized rodents no wider than the thickest part of the snake. A growing snake takes smaller prey more often, while an adult takes an appropriately sized rat roughly every one to two weeks, fed less often through the cooler months. Always thaw and warm frozen prey thoroughly, and keep fresh water available at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn adult needs a minimum enclosure of about 180 x 60 x 60 cm, with a larger, taller enclosure preferred to let this semi-arboreal snake climb. Provide a warm basking zone of 32–35°C at one end and a cooler end of 24–26°C, with a night-time drop to around 20°C, controlled by a thermostat. UVB is not essential for this species, though low-level UVB is beneficial. Keep humidity low to moderate, around 40–55%, raising it slightly during shedding. Use a dry, absorbent substrate, provide a secure hide at each end, sturdy climbing branches or rock ledges, and a water bowl large enough to drink from, and spot-clean regularly with periodic full cleans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCentralian Carpet Pythons are egg-layers, cycled for breeding with a cooler, drier winter period and a natural drop in night temperatures. After mating and a pre-lay slough the female lays a clutch of roughly 15–30 eggs, which are typically incubated at about 31–32°C for around 50–60 days, or brooded by the female. Breeding is not expected for most keepers and should only be attempted with the space, resources and licensing to raise a large clutch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMorelia bredli\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentralian Carpet Python\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRocky ranges and gorges of arid central Australia (MacDonnell Ranges region)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180–220 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–30 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally calm but food-driven; settles well with handling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Enclosure Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 180 x 60 x 60 cm for one adult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Enclosure Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger and taller than 180 x 60 x 60 cm, single occupant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarnivore - appropriately sized rodents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasking Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32–35°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbient Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24–26°C cool end, dropping to around 20°C at night\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUVB Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot essential but beneficial — UV Index 2.0–3.0 + 5–6% UVB — not essential but recommended - crepuscular baskers do use it when offered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to moderate, around 40–55%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate keepers wanting a large, warmly coloured python\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicence Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - reptile keeper's licence in most Australian states\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNone. Centralian Carpet Pythons are solitary and thrive housed alone; they do not need or benefit from company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not house with other snakes of any species or size, or with any other animals, which would only be treated as competition or prey. Even other carpet pythons should share an enclosure only briefly and under supervision for breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize options reflect the sizes we stock; any shown as sold out will return as we restock. Australian livestock for in-store collection or local delivery, with our live arrival guarantee. A reptile keeper's licence is required to buy and keep native reptiles and amphibians in most Australian states - please ensure you hold the appropriate licence for your state before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55234112946467,"sku":"BA8343","price":295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/centralian-carpet-python.jpg?v=1781504582","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/centralian-carpet-python-python","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}