{"product_id":"rats-extra-large-adult","title":"Rats Extra Large Adult","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA whole frozen rat sized for large adult snakes.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a frozen Extra Large Adult rat, roughly 400–500 g — a fully-grown, whole-prey feeder for large adult pythons and boas that have outgrown a standard adult or large adult rat. Frozen fresh and never previously thawed, sold individually, and needs full thawing before feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole prey, not processed\u003c\/strong\u003e — a complete, balanced meal with fur, bone and organs intact, exactly as an obligate carnivore is built to eat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra Large Adult grade\u003c\/strong\u003e — a mature, fully-grown rat at roughly 400–500 g, distinct from a Jumbo rat, which is fed specifically to reach extra bulk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen fresh, not freeze-dried\u003c\/strong\u003e — retains natural moisture and nutrition that freeze-dried prey loses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent sizing within the grade\u003c\/strong\u003e — makes it easier to track how much your animal is eating over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold individually\u003c\/strong\u003e — buy exactly the number you need for your feeding schedule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBA8728\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarcode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2025041410\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRat (Rattus norvegicus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtra Large Adult, approx. 400–500 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey, sold individually\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReptiles and birds of prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRat feeders are graded by weight, not age alone, and exact weight bands vary between suppliers — treat the figures below as a guide, not a guarantee. As a general rule, choose a rat close to the width of the thickest part of your snake's body; if you're unsure, size down rather than up to avoid a difficult feed or regurgitation. \"Adult\" grades are fully mature rats; \"Jumbo\" grades are fed specifically to add extra size, so the two names describe different rearing paths rather than a single continuous scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize grade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinkie – Weaner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–70 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHatchling to sub-adult snakes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall \/ Medium Adult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70–250 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult colubrids, smaller pythons and boas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge Adult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250–375 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger adult pythons and boas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJumbo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e375–475 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge constrictor species\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtra Large Adult (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eapprox. 400–500 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge adult pythons and boas needing a bigger single feed than Large Adult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtra Large Jumbo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 g and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe largest we stock — very large pythons, boas and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe stock the full ladder from Pinkie through Extra Large Jumbo, plus Small, Medium and Large Adult grades and Jumbo single and twin packs — search \"Rats\" in store to see the full range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% whole rat (Rattus norvegicus), frozen. No additives, colours, preservatives or fillers — this is an intact animal, not a formulated food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA guaranteed analysis (crude protein, fat, fibre, moisture, ash) is not published for whole-prey items the way it is for manufactured pellets or flakes, because there is no manufacturer formulation to declare. Whole prey supplies muscle, organ, bone and fur in natural proportions, which is the basis of a whole-prey feeding diet for carnivorous reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e large adult pythons and boas that need a bigger single feed than a Large Adult rat provides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e juvenile or sub-adult snakes, for whom this size is oversized and increases the risk of regurgitation — step down the ladder above instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to thaw and store\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen at –18°C or below until you're ready to feed. Because of the larger size, allow extra time to thaw fully — several hours in the fridge in a sealed bag, or room-temperature water changed every 10–15 minutes until soft all the way through the body cavity. Never use a microwave, which cooks prey unevenly, and never feed a rat that's still cold or partly frozen in the middle. Warm the thawed rat in warm water for a few minutes before offering it, as many reptiles respond better to a warm feed. Never refreeze a thawed rat — feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHandling and hygiene\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreat frozen prey like raw meat: thaw it separately from human food, wash your hands and any tongs or containers after handling, and disinfect the thawing area. Discard any uneaten thawed prey rather than offering it to another animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-plastic-feeding-tongs\"\u003eZoo Med Plastic Feeding Tongs\u003c\/a\u003e — essential at this size for safe handling, and lets you add a little movement to trigger a feeding response.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a frozen product and ships and is stored frozen. There's no manufacturer warranty on a food item as such — the consumer guarantee under Australian Consumer Law that the product is of acceptable quality and matches its description still applies. Transfer it to your own freezer as soon as it arrives. If you'd rather collect it yourself, our North Lakes store offers pickup — call 07 3888 5052 or email sales@nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au to arrange delivery timing or check same-day pickup availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many extra large adult rats come in a pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne rat per pack, sold individually so you can buy exactly the number of feeds you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat's the difference between Extra Large Adult and Extra Large Jumbo?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdult grades are fully mature rats at that weight; Jumbo grades are reared specifically to add extra bulk beyond standard maturity. Both sit at the top of our size range — check the price and weight guide, or ask in-store if you need the largest option available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a thawed rat?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Once it's thawed, feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eShould I feed Extra Large Adult or Jumbo rats?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat depends on your snake's girth rather than the label alone — compare the rat to the thickest part of your reptile, and ask our team if you're unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frozen Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242296721699,"sku":"BA8728","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/rats-extra-large-adult","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}