Care level: Intermediate-advanced
Temperament: Defensive, shy, anxious
Behavior: crepuscular, terrestrial, solitary
Minimum enclosure size: 4×2×2’ (1.2×0.6×0.6m); additional 1’ (30cm) in enclosure length for each 1′ (30cm) of snake over 5’ (1.5m)
Basking spot temp (surface): 88-92°F (32-33°C)
Cold side temp: 76-80°F (24-27°C)
Nighttime/minimum temp: 65-70°F (18-21°C)
UVB: UVI zone 0.5-1/Ferguson zone 1 (e.g. Arcadia Shadedweller 7% at 18+” (45+cm) with no mesh or at 12+” (30+cm) over typical mesh)
Humidity: 70-80%
Diet: Carnivorous; mammals, avian variety can be added
Adult size: 5-8’ (1.5-2.5m)
Wild Distribution: rainforests, marshes, swamps and other areas near water throughout various islands in southeast Asia
Other notes: These snakes have a nasty reputation, but they make amazing pets when properly cared for and reared.
(guide written with contributions from Offline#8045)
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