{"product_id":"rats-xl-jumbo","title":"Rats XL Jumbo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe largest whole-prey rat for big adult reptiles.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frozen XL jumbo rats are humanely pre-killed, full-grown adult rats at the top of our size range, then snap-frozen whole. They suit large adult pythons and large monitors, and are sold individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumanely pre-killed and snap-frozen\u003c\/strong\u003e — no live feeding, no injury risk to your reptile, no welfare concerns from confining live prey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXL jumbo grade\u003c\/strong\u003e — the largest rat size we offer, for reptiles that have outgrown small adult and medium rats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstantial single feed\u003c\/strong\u003e — sized to reduce how often a large snake needs feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold individually\u003c\/strong\u003e — buy exactly what a feed needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich rat size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch the rat to the thickest part of your snake's body, not its length. A rat noticeably wider than your snake's girth risks regurgitation; a rat noticeably narrower wastes a feed. For very large snakes, several jumbo rats or a different prey type may suit better than one oversized rat — ask us if unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\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\u003ePinkies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5–10 g, unfurred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHatchling snakes and very small juvenile pythons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeaners\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 30–70 g, furred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowing juvenile pythons and similarly sized snakes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall adult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 120–180 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSub-adult to smaller adult pythons and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXL Jumbo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 250 g and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge adult pythons and large monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are typical weight bands used across the Australian frozen-rodent trade. XL jumbo rats in particular can vary well beyond the 250 g starting point — heavier individuals are not a fault, they're the point of the grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients and guaranteed analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e whole rat (100%). No additives, preservatives, colours or fillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA formal guaranteed analysis — crude protein, crude fat, crude fibre, moisture, ash — is not published for whole-prey feeders, since they are not a manufactured food with a nutrition panel. If your reptile needs a supplemented diet, dust or gut-load as your vet or herpetological society recommends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThawing and storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore frozen\u003c\/strong\u003e at or below −18 °C until needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThaw in the fridge over a full day or more\u003c\/strong\u003e given the size, or in a sealed bag submerged in cool water, changing the water periodically to keep it cool. Never microwave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the core isn't still frozen\u003c\/strong\u003e before offering — press the thickest part of the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm before offering\u003c\/strong\u003e — a few minutes in warm, not hot, water after fridge-thawing often improves feeding response for large prey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNever refreeze\u003c\/strong\u003e a thawed rat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOffer with tongs\u003c\/strong\u003e, well clear of hands, given the size of snake this prey typically feeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for large adult pythons and large monitors. Not suitable for smaller or juvenile animals — step up through the smaller grades first, and not intended as a sole diet without regard to your reptile's individual needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery and cold chain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a frozen product, and larger orders may need eskying to stay frozen in transit. We recommend local pickup from our North Lakes store, or contact us before ordering to confirm a suitable cold-chain delivery option for your area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a perishable frozen item, this product is excluded from change-of-mind returns once purchased, consistent with our standard returns policy. Your rights under Australian Consumer Law for goods that are not of acceptable quality on arrival are unaffected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding tongs make offering pre-killed prey easier and safer for both keeper and reptile — see our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-stainless-steel-feeding-tongs-10\"\u003eZoo Med Stainless Steel Feeding Tongs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs one XL jumbo rat too much for my snake?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch to girth, not appetite — a snake can often accept more than it should. If the rat is noticeably wider than your snake's thickest point, choose a smaller size or offer more than one smaller rat over separate feeds instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long does an XL jumbo rat take to thaw?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan for a full day or more in the fridge. Check the core is fully thawed, not just the surface, before offering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a rat I thawed but didn't use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Once thawed, use it or discard it. Refreezing raises the risk of bacterial spoilage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMy large python hasn't eaten in weeks — is that normal?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge pythons can fast for extended periods, especially around breeding season or cooler weather, and this is often normal. Significant weight loss or several months without feeding is worth a vet check.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frozen Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242285416739,"sku":"AA2327","price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/rats-xl-jumbo","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}