Burmese Python
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== Introduction == | == Introduction == | ||
| - | First off if you want a good experience with this type of python buy a CB baby from a good set of parents | + | First off if you want a good experience with this type of python buy a CB baby from a good set of parents. |
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Color & pattern mutations of Burmese pythons include Albino, Patternless (green), Granite, Albino Granite, Albino Patternless, Hypomelanistic, and "fader" - where the animal loses pattern definition over the course of its life. | Color & pattern mutations of Burmese pythons include Albino, Patternless (green), Granite, Albino Granite, Albino Patternless, Hypomelanistic, and "fader" - where the animal loses pattern definition over the course of its life. | ||
| - | + | Also see the "labyrinth" Burmese Python morph- a pattern that is more broken-up and random than that of a normal Burmese | |
== Difficulty == | == Difficulty == | ||
This snake is a intermediate snake but you should still have a few years of large boid experience before attempting these monsters (even the dwarfs will hurt you) | This snake is a intermediate snake but you should still have a few years of large boid experience before attempting these monsters (even the dwarfs will hurt you) | ||
| - | == | + | == Basic Info == |
| + | === Size === | ||
| + | Average size on the burm is 17-20ft for females on average and 10-15ft for males on average. The new dwarf burms max out at 6ft for females and 4-6ft for males. | ||
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| + | === Lifespan === | ||
| + | Burms can with proper care live into their late 20's to early 30's. | ||
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| + | === Handling === | ||
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| + | == Housing == | ||
The size enclosure you will need for an adult burm will be at least 6ft long x 3ft wide x 2ft high. | The size enclosure you will need for an adult burm will be at least 6ft long x 3ft wide x 2ft high. | ||
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| + | === Substrate === | ||
Bedding can be anything you want as long as it is NOT CEDAR, THIS WILL KILL YOUR REPTILES! I use cypress mulch and newspaper. Burms as with most all snakes do not require any special lighting, but if you want a light in your cage use a 12/12 cycle meaning 12hrs on and 12hrs off. | Bedding can be anything you want as long as it is NOT CEDAR, THIS WILL KILL YOUR REPTILES! I use cypress mulch and newspaper. Burms as with most all snakes do not require any special lighting, but if you want a light in your cage use a 12/12 cycle meaning 12hrs on and 12hrs off. | ||
| - | + | === Temperature === | |
| + | They need to be kept at a temp of 80-90F (90 being the basking area) with a humidity of around 50-70%. | ||
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| + | === Humidity === | ||
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| + | === Lighting === | ||
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== Feeding == | == Feeding == | ||
| + | === Diet === | ||
Try not to feed your burm a meal that is too large, a good rule I follow is if you are feeding a large item to the snake make it at least the size of the thickest part of the snakes body, up to twice the size. Always provide a hide box as this will help keep your burm calm and handelable. | Try not to feed your burm a meal that is too large, a good rule I follow is if you are feeding a large item to the snake make it at least the size of the thickest part of the snakes body, up to twice the size. Always provide a hide box as this will help keep your burm calm and handelable. | ||
| - | == Breeding == | + | === Supplements === |
| - | Burmese pythons reach sexual maturity anywhere from 18 months to 4 years of age. Breeding size occurs at lengths of 6' - 9' (males) and 9'+ (females). Breeding season in captivity typically ranges from November to March. Stop all feeding at this time. Animals should be well established and in excellent condition before any breeding is attempted.If your animals are not heavy almost fat DO NOT BREED THEM!! you can kill the female. Drop nighttime temperatures into the mid 70's. Introduce the female into the male's cage. Misting the animals with water may induce breeding.Females typically shed 14-20+ days after ovulation; eggs are typically laid 30 days after post-ovulation shed. Clutch size for Burmese pythons ranges from 20 - 80+ eggs. | + | Please contribute to this section. |
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| + | === Hydration === | ||
| + | I shouldn't have to say this but always make sure they have FRESH water and a bowl big enough to soak in if your humidity is low. | ||
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| + | == Advanced == | ||
| + | === Breeding === | ||
| + | Burmese pythons reach sexual maturity anywhere from 18 months to 4 years of age. Breeding size occurs at lengths of 6' - 9' (males) and 9'+ (females). Breeding season in captivity typically ranges from November to March. Stop all feeding at this time. Animals should be well established and in excellent condition before any breeding is attempted. If your animals are not heavy almost fat DO NOT BREED THEM!! you can kill the female. Drop nighttime temperatures into the mid 70's. Introduce the female into the male's cage. Misting the animals with water may induce breeding.Females typically shed 14-20+ days after ovulation; eggs are typically laid 30 days after post-ovulation shed. Clutch size for Burmese pythons ranges from 20 - 80+ eggs. | ||
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| + | == Conclusion == | ||
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| + | == References == | ||
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| + | === Books === | ||
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| + | == Author == | ||
| + | This article was originally written by | ||
| + | [http://www.thereptilefile.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7 black phoenix]. | ||
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| + | [http://www.thereptilefile.com/wiki/index.php?title=Category:black phoenix black phoenix]. | ||
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So did this seem similar to the retic's page? Well it is almost identical! In fact they are so closely related that they can interbreed! A cross between a burm and retic makes a "Bateater" Also closely related to these pythons are the african rock python, indian rock python and believe it or not the ball python! | So did this seem similar to the retic's page? Well it is almost identical! In fact they are so closely related that they can interbreed! A cross between a burm and retic makes a "Bateater" Also closely related to these pythons are the african rock python, indian rock python and believe it or not the ball python! | ||
[[Category:Care Guides]] | [[Category:Care Guides]] | ||
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