antaresia stimsoni

Hey im getting a little worried about my BHP as he hasnt eaten for a while and iv put a chicken and a rat in for him to eat (hes male) but all i go to find is that either the rat or chicken will still be there with him, is there anything i can do that will stop me from worrying and another way...

Hi everyone, I have been researching and researching and checking out out all the threads about making your own enclosures, so I thought I would start one. I love making stuff when I can so this is a great learning experience for me. So I had a set of draws sitting around and I thought it...

Species Common Name Stimsons pythons (Barrow Creek locale) Age Adult Length 1 metere Quantity Available 1 M/F pair Bred By True Blue General Description Very nice pair of Barrow Creek Stimsons pythons. Eat well and handle well. Location Newcastle Willing to Freight? Not at this...

Hi all, Im a newbie but have loved snakes for years. So I have decided to start researching and decide what to buy. This is where I need some help. Can anyone give me any suggestions for a small breed. I would like my children to be involved so I would like something that is under a metre long...

I have only ever had problems with feeding when we go on holidays and have a friend look after it, change water and clean enclosure the snake has only been fed rats and I've told my friend the importance of not changing up his diet but this is the second time I've left him and had trouble...

Species Common Name Large Blotched python - Stimsons python Age 4 years Length 60-70cms Quantity Available 3 Bred By SXR and SR General Description 1 pair of georgetown stimsoni 4 years old, not very large adults, male feeds well through the warmer months but not the cooler months, he...

Hello All! :D My friends have snakes and I've ALWAYS wanted one... Then!... My bf surprised me with a snake tank for an early Christmas present!! :shock: but I have to look after the buying of the snake and whatnot. So! As its my first snake, I was looking for the basics of owning a Spotted...

Hey guys I am currently building a new enclosure for my stimson python and have a few questions, currently he is homed in a roughly 500 x 500 x 600 with a heat lamp on top which is controlled via thermostat to keep hot end at correct temp at all times and has been more than happy for a few...

I have a Stimson python that just lately has been acting snappy. I was just wondering if it's personality or something else Help would be amazing Feel free to put your input in cheers jack :D

Hi , yes I have read books and scoured the interweb , got many different ideas . But want to know from everyone when they first try feeding their hatchies , how persistent are you , we have a good supply of 1 day old mice and are expecting to waste a few -- or at least give the unwanted...

Hi all, I am an animal lover, but my partner is not. but we have come to the conclusion a snake would be an ideal indoor pet for the family. ( we have two large dogs outside) my partner likes the idea of a snake because he hates animals that are in your face such as cats, or the noise of birds...

So was doing the weekly feed today and to my surprise this is wat i found......had no idea she was even gravid!! 8 nice big eggs! Not bad for a first clutch for both her and me,as it was totally unexpeted i had no incubator,i was lucky to have a friend in town who has kindly taken them to...

Hey guys been awhile need some advice, Im planning on building a new enclosure for bundy my stimmie, its going to be roughly 3 to 4 foot tall x 2.5 x 2.5 I am looking to go more natural for him with rock wall and natural day and night lighting, what do u guys think about a heating light at the...

Hi guys i really want to get a snake or python and have been reading up on a few im thinking either spotted or childrens, but i have a few questions first whats easier to keep? Which is better to keep? And whta will be better for a first time python keeper? And one finale question before anyone...

My question is are these all real types because a lot of these look very similar. Broome , Cloncurry, Dajarra, DE-GREY, Flinders, Gammon ranges, Georgetown , Gascoyne, Geraldton, Gulf of Carpentaria, Indee Station, MacDonnell Ranges, Marble bar desert...

For the last couple of months, I've been researching other pythons. As I'd like another on the smallish side, I have narrowed down to these three: Antaresia perthensis - the Pygmy Antaresia stimsoni - a stimsons Antaresia sp.- Pygmy stimsons, banded pygmy For many years, I've heard some say...

I need help with my blackhead python eggs. They were laid 6 days ago but are gradually shrinking. Colour has remained a good solid white so I assumed they were all good. Humidity tested around 91% the first day but has dropped to 86% there after. I have added some extra water bowls to hopefully...

So I've decided to get an Stimson's Python from a breeder, but want to know what all you guys think of the South Australian Locales? Also can u guys tell me some of the things I should be asking the breeder about his snakes? and things I need to know before I get her? Any help will be great.

What humidity levels should I have in my incubator for my stimson python eggs? I'm expecting her to lay any day now. - - - Updated - - - Anyone that has bred stimmies before, I would like to know what humidity you have in your incubators. - - - Updated - - - Anyone??

I have finally found a snake breeder and have got the all clear from my mum to get and stimsons python, me and my sister a quite exited about getting her. I know I will need to keep her in a 7L Sistema tub with a heat mat and a thermostat and she's going to be on paper towels to begin with...

when I was young, well younger, as I am only eleven. when I was about six we went on a holiday down to baitmans bay. we went to this beach were there is a barbecue. while everyone was chatting and cooking the meat, I went for a walk in the bush, that was behind the beach. next minute I come...

Species Common Name Stimson (Antaresia Stimsoni) Age 20months+ Length 40-50cm Quantity Available 1 Bred By Peter Birch General Description Female NSW Tibooburra 'Gold' Stimson's python & Enclosure for sale. Enclosure dimensions are approx. 500mm Wide, 400mm Deep, 400mm High. Enclosure...

Ok so my yearling stimmy has gone 3 weeks without a feed. He's gone 121 days without a shed. He's always fed perfectly for me every week. None of his conditions have changed. Food size hasn't changed. Tonight I've tried braining his fuzzy rat, tried all his usual techniques of touching his nose...

Hi, myself and my roommate are thinking of getting a Stimson's Python. It would be the first snake either of us have ever owned. I'm sure I'll have more questions later but right now, What size tank do they need? What's their lifespan?

Hi all, my name is Jamie and am 24. I'm from Tamworth, NSW and am a trained Library Assistant. I only recently got my Basic Reptile license (along with my Basic Bird license since I keep birds as well :)) but I've been interested in snakes since I was in Primary school, though I never seemed to...

so tomorrow, im picking up my baby stimsons python, its about 11 months old or so, and im just really excited, i know im not to hold it and stuff at all for a week or two, and see how it goes, i just cant wait, (probably wont be able to fall asleep tonight im that excited) :D :D :D :D ill try...

Hi everyone, wanting to buy my first snake and getting so much mixed feedback from reptile shops here in Adelaide and looking for your help. I am in love with Jungle Pythons but many are saying they are not good to start off with due to their nature. I also have two young boys, aged 5 and 7...

Hi all, just wandering what the best bedding for a Stimson python is? I am currently using Jungle Earth by exo terra. Is this a good substrate? It's quite sharp and sometimes i get splinters in my hand. Thanks :)

What tubs are you using for DIY LID LESS racks? I'm looking for something available in Australia like the Iris cb 70 tubs. Please post pics if you have a suggestion. Thanks in advance (or TIA as the nerds say).

Hi everyone, i bought a 6 year old Stimson python and I've had her for about 8 months now and she hasn't been as active as when i first bought her. The temp is sitting around 31-34 at the hot end and around 26-28 at the cool end. She hasn't eaten for about 4 months and I'm just getting worried...

Species Common Name Wheatbelt Stimsons Age 3 years Length Quantity Available Bred By General Description Posting this add for a friend as she doesn't use the forums. Beautiful snake, great to feed and handle. Comes with full enclosure, all accessories plus a few extras. Moving...

Recently I had the chance to head out to far western NSW for 2 weeks on a family holiday with my mum and dad and with a few suggestions of places to go to I managed to fill in a fair bit of herping in that time. Unfortunately the weather wasn't always in our favor with many windy days and cool...

Heyy all, I am looking to purchase a Stimson python in a few months, i have been researching for the past few weeks of what is needed in the tank and made lists of what i need. Basically what i am asking is for help me set up my enclosure. I have written down what I need as I said but im just...

Hey guys I've just bought a second had enclosure (it is quite large picture included). I've never owned a python before and I really like the stimsons but am curious as to how arboreal they are? The enclosure is quite tall and I would hate to get a python that doesn't take full advantage of the...

Hello! Recently I've decided that I would like to own a pet snake in a few years time. The problem is, I have no clue on how to care for them. I'm looking at species like chidren's and stimson's pythons. I also like the Murray Darling pythons too, but they seem too large. So what sort...

I'm hoping that someone can clear something for me. In the pygmies, there appears to be a lot of confusion. The Pygmy Python (or anthill as it used to be called) Antaresia perthensis but I cannot find info on the Pygmy Stimsons. All my searches lead me to info and photos of the Stimsons...

Mums and Bubs 2013-2014 Hi everyone this thread is for photo's of mums laying there eggs, eggs, incubation methods, hatching or egg cutting, babies fresh from the eggs, and after feeds and during feed time. I have 1 clutch of 11 fertile 0 Slugs of a trio of Wenlock River Cape York female...

Hi everyone Just wanting to know a few things to do with my stimsons enclosure. I'm currently using a heat lamp with a 75w basking globe. I'm wanting to change to a heat chord underneath. I'm unsure on a good thermostat to get. I've seen some pretty fancy ones and some just straight forward...

Many times on this forum I see threads about mixing one genetic morph from one species to another and the usual flame fest ensues. Like clock work there will always be posts claiming how the same can be achieved by keeping the line "Pure" So lets see them! please include pictures of all types...

I just noticed a few of the texts claim that ovulation in stimsons pythons are either not visible or barely visible. So I thought I would share this pic of an ovulating wheatbelt stimson taken recently for those who haven't seen it as this one was dead obvious.

Hi guys I want to get my first snake I live in WA I dont know whether to get a SW Carpet Python or a stimsons python I dont really mind nippy to start but I do wish to be able to handle the snake alot as I do like being hands on with animals. I've done like 2months of research and if theres any...

Newb here. Loving all the nice pics and interesting debates going on here :)

Well my mum's finally said yes to a Spotted Python and I'm super exited, anyways I've got a few questions... I have an old click-clack that's 35x21x21cm - LxHxD, will this be appropriate to house a hatchling Spotted python in? I'm going to get a heat mat, thermostat and thermometer, is 30...

Chasing a 3+ yr old female wheatbelt Stimson python, willing to pay a good price for the right female.

I just come across my female RSP starting to eat her 24hr old shed ?? I have pic's just after I tried pulled the shed from her mouth so just the piece that was left in her mouth in the pic's.

No one is going to stop the breeding of jags, zebras other cross morphs, so what should be done with the sibs? I personally think that they should be culled, so that these mongrels don't get sold and then passed off as "pure".

Hi all im doing some research and trying to work out the best small snake to get. Ive had a stimmy....but didnt do much for me looks wise. I dont have the experience for a tree snake so that leaves me thinking I dont have many options left? I prefer big snakes but long story short I have a...

Hi everyone! I wanted to get your opinions on which python would be best for a first time owner. I have owned a turtle and a bearded dragon before but no snakes. i was thinking either a children's python or an eastern small blotched python. I would probably need a snake that is around 1.3 metres...

So my beardie and stimpsons grow at very different rates! In amount of time that my stimmi put on 5 grams, by beardie put on 20. I'm not exactly sure how old they are but my beardie is 150g and my stimpsons is 50g and were bought on the 4th May and 17 July, respectively. Stimmi gets feed a...

Stimsons Female sold pending payment Species Common Name Antaresia stimsoni Age 6 Length 1.2 Quantity Available 1 Bred By Stuart Barnes General Description Female Stimsons in great condition, no marks. Sexed as Female buy breeder. Brilliant handler, never bites in or out of...