the correct cage size

Hello everyone,

I have been sifting through care sheets looking for the correct cage size I will soon have to buy for my spotted python. I'm looking for the MINIMUM cage size I would be able to COMFORTABLY house the snake. Some sources have said 110-100cm (in length) , some have said 80-90 and a couple said 60. Now, obviously I want what will best suite my pet, but if I could get away with a 60 I would do it due to limited space and money. All sources suggest 45 deep by 45 tall.

Thoughts?

What state are you in- there are minimum sizing for vic, NSW and Qld and they are all different

eipper said:

What state are you in- there are minimum sizing for vic, NSW and Qld and they are all different

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Vic doesn't have legislation regarding minimum cage requirements for indivdual snakes, only housed pairs - which is kind of bass ackwards...

Code of practice for the welfare of animals - private keeping of Reptiles (victoria) published by DPI 2003

This might help:

https://aussiepythons.com/forum/showthread.php/205801-CoP-Spreadsheet-Final-Version-Finished

It was made for the NSW Code of Practice so I don't know how well it matches Victorian requirements though

Hi, I'm in NSW

Lots of people keep them in racks so height shouldn't be an issue as most racks are not tall at all.
I would suggest 90cm in length and 45cm deep would be perfect for a spotted