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  1. Reptile_lover83

    "Huffing" type breathing

    Hey guys Apologies for seeming a little clueless but I'm not a vet and just thought I'd ask for any similar stories before I contact my vet. My 2yr old Murray darling carpet python seems to be making a huffing/hissing sound as he exhales but only whilst he's constricting in a fashion...
  2. Kruger88

    Exotics in Australia

    Following a recent spate of raids on people with exotics (This info comes from ZooChat another forum) are exotics in Australia really that big?? Now we all have our views about the topic of should we have them or shouldnt we and I am not here to start any arguments but has anyone been offered or...
  3. C

    Inland Carpets vs Childrens: Size and Enclosure questions!

    Hey thereNew to forum, new-ish to snakes :D But I've now finally saved enough money to consider buying one!I'd love a good beginner snake that's easy to feed/keep, and seems like a Inland Carpet or Childrens seems the best.I'm torn between the small and large though- I'm quite short and having a...
  4. Y

    Murray Darling Hatchlings

    Species Common Name Inland or Murray Darling Carpet Pythons Age 6-7 weeks at 25/2/12 Length 450mm + Quantity Available 10 Bred By Me General Description Very healthy, placid little snakes all have had at least 3 unassisted feeds on pinky mice and/or rats. All have had at least one...
  5. r_boy2251

    Inland Carpet Python Cage Size Help

    hey guys just wondering if a cage 6ft Long, 80 high and 55 wide is big enough for 2 adult murray darling carpet pythons? cheers Jordan
  6. Reptile_lover83

    Weighing things down

    Good Afternoon All I have recently constructed an amazing reptile enclosure for my 2yr old Murray Darling which he seems very happy exploring. The problem is, all of the plastic/fake plants are falling over whenever he crawls over them because of his weight. I don't really like the idea of...
  7. MontyTheBredl

    New to them

    hey guys, matt here from Geelong :) Im completely new to snakes, but do own a shingle back lizard and blue tounge. Within the next month im buying a hatchling Central/Inland carpet python, purely for the size they get to and the care/heat required to keep them happy. picked up the tank tonight...
  8. Jake007

    Forgetting to wash ya hands??

    How many of you guys/girls have for got to wash ya hands after feeding one of ya snakes then picking up ya other snake ... I have my yearling could smell a mouse on me and went for my finger lol
  9. Lockie_1

    Hey Im new to the forum! Lockie, ballarat, VIC

    Hey all new to the forum! i currently own one spotted python, inland carpet and a coastal ive had bearded dragons jungle carpets also! hit me up if anyone wants to have a chat =) I live in ballarat so if anyones nearby hit me up! =)
  10. J

    can my carpet get any sort of parasite from being out side on the ground?

    hi everyone, iv got a murray darling carpet and i was wondering wether it would be alright to have him outside on the concreat? :)
  11. Sunny

    ID please

    Not sure if this is a coastal or centralian???
  12. L

    Expressions Of Interest...

    Species Common Name Inland Carpet Pythons/Murray Darling Carpet Pythons/Morelia spilota metcalfei Age Only very young hatchlings Length Smallest is 40cm, largest is 45cm Quantity Available A "few"! Bred By A mate of mine (Licensed) General Description Absolutely gorgeous little...
  13. N

    Inland Carpet python!

    Species Common Name Age 3 years Length 4-5 ft Quantity Available 1 Bred By General Description 4-5 ft inland carpet python, proven breeder, has breed for pevious owner, cage defensive but once out is fine. for more information please contact 0427694888 or 0429488056. unable to...
  14. J

    What snake should I get next?

    Hey everyone, I got a Stimson python about 2 months ago now and really enjoying it but I do want to buy another snake Id like to get either a Green tree python or a carpet python!!! But i also want the snake to be handled abit. so id please like some advice to help me choose what i should get...
  15. ajandj

    what snake for beginner

    Hi all, I'm new to the snake discussion but not new to the forum. I've had bluey's in the past and now have a gorguz bearded dragon named Yoda. My son has been hounding me about getting a snake and l am really terrified of snakes. I've not said a flat out no, but lets wait til your birthday (in...
  16. B

    Selection of adult pythons and enclosures

    Species Common Name BHP's (female (SOLD), sub adult male (SOLD) and unsexed yearling(SOLD) $200 each. Childrens pythons (female and two males(Males SOLD) one dark one light) $90 each. Spotted pythons (female) $90, (male)(TAKEN) free with any other purchase (grumpy little bugger) Bredli ( 2 x...
  17. BenReyn

    Inland (Murray Darling) Carpet Python, 5 year old.

    Species: Inland carpet Python (Morelia Spilota metacalfei) Age: 5 years. Length: Roughly 170cm Quantity Available: 1 Bred By: Simple (from this site) General Description: Extremely placid snake who has never bitten me, or missed a feed. He has never bred (or attempted to), but is...
  18. tyson001

    What should i get.

    After waiting ages my parents have finally said I can get a snake my problem now is what to get as I love them all. What would you class as a good beginer snake that's not to small. All comments greatly appreciated.
  19. R

    Murray Darling Carpet Python

    Species Common Name Murray Darling Carpet Python Age 9 months old. Length 70cms Quantity Available 1 Bred By Private Breeder General Description Very placid and handles well. Eating well on hopper mice. Location North Shore, Sydney Willing to Freight? Yes Contact Details...
  20. Josh_p

    A few questions about snakes

    Just got a new enclosure and looking at getting some sort of python. I just want some advice about feeding and handling and what type of python is a good beginner one.
  21. AMY22

    Need advice on builng a vivarium for the first time.

    Hello my dears, I need all your knowledge to help me right now. I am pondering the concept of building my Monty boos next vivarium (he would be an inland carpet for all you playing at home), I'm in no huge rush, but at this moment I'm putting together ideas and info. One thing I do need info on...
  22. Timtindle

    Md follicular development?

    Seems as you guys over in oz are currently running through breeding season I would like too pose a question. Has anyone tracked the follicular development in inland carpet pythons/Murray darlings? For example when you can first start too feel development? How long they take too grow? I have been...
  23. Reptile_lover83

    Albino darwin carpet python or murray darling carpet wanted for a loving home

    I currently own a yearling Bredli python and love him so much that I have bought another 5 foot tank to house a new family member - either an Albino Carpet or Murray darling carpet python. Whilst gender isnt an issue, I would prefer a python 2 years and younger (as I like to raise them). I am...
  24. ozziepythons

    Murray Darling Carpet Python

    Species Common Name Murray Carpets Age 6 years Length Quantity Available A breeding pair Bred By General Description Adult breeding pair of Murray Darling Carpets. Healthy, eat well and ok to handle. No pics. Local sale. Location SA Willing to Freight? Contact Details PM me...
  25. eamonn

    Murray Darling Carpet Python

    Species Common Name Murray Darling Carpet Python Age Unknown, around 18-24 months estimated. Length Approx 1.2m Quantity Available 1 Bred By Unknown General Description Beautiful snake, good feeder, alright handler, will benefit from frequent handling. Location Kiama NSW...
  26. D3pro

    Cryptelytrops venustus

    DROOOOOOLS!!! Enjoy
  27. atothej09

    Murray Darling Carpet Python

    Species Common Name Murray Darling Carpet Python (Male) Age 12 months Length 90cm Quantity Available 1 Bred By unknown General Description Healthy python, feeding well on fuzzy rats, a bit flighty..but will calm down with regular handling. Location Berwick, VIC...
  28. atothej09

    New Setup

    New enclosure setup. Housing 1 x Jungle Carpet Python 1 x Centralian Bredli Classic Python 1 x Murray Darling Carpet Python 2 x Spotted Pythons Big thanks to James! Have enclosure for sale, check marketplace. Tub Rack.
  29. R

    want to buy my first snake plz help

    hi i am looking at getting my first snake i have everything really to go just need a snake i am looking for a friendly little python that dose not bit as i want it for me and my kids plz help
  30. E

    Murray Darling Carpets

    Species Common Name Murray Darling Carpet Python Age advanced hatchlings Length Quantity Available 6 Bred By me General Description lovely little pythons very calm and feeding well. Both male and females available $100 each Location sydney northern beaches Willing to Freight? no...
  31. Fuscus

    Snake used in attack: police

    I have to point out that this was less than a kilometre from home. Snake used in attack: police | Sunshine Coast News | Local News in Sunshine Coast | Sunshine Coast Daily
  32. L

    For all you snakesperts...

    Okay, here I sit in a little bit of a quandry... Question: Is it possible for a female python to do this? Looking forward to your replies/responses! Best, Carolyn Forgot to mention, this animal hatched in April 2004, "probed" (won't mention names) as female prior to my purchasing the...
  33. F

    QLD Snake Breeders

    You can skip this paragraph if you don't really care about my babbling :D some of you might have seen me around the forums talking about jungle pythons, and how keen i am on them. Well tonight i have had sort of an 'epiphany' lets call it, and im thinking i might want a different snake. I'm...
  34. ThomasHobbes

    My Murray 'Darling'

    Hey Everyone! I know it's not an original idea but I am on the path of snake ownership and my friends won't listen, so I'm going to post here to gloat about my excitement! A few months ago, a previously dormant reptile infatuation fervently returned (still unsure of the catalyst). I had owned...
  35. starr9

    1st snake what do i get?!

    Hey everyone! I have never owned a snake before (have got my Licence) and im lost on what snakes I can own in QLD Aus!!! I want one that I doesn't mind being handled, will not get big and is good for 1st time owners!! I did here Corn snakes are great as 1st but have all so heard you can't have...
  36. tbull001

    Murray Darling Carpet Python and Enclosure

    Species Common Name Murray Darling Carpet Python (that's Morelia Spilota Metcalfie not as I specified when creating the ad! Whoops). Age 2.5 Years Length Approx. 130cm Quantity Available 1 General Description Very easy going python (not sexed), feeds, handles and sheds well. Feeding on...
  37. ThomasHobbes

    Looking to buy Juvenile Murray Darling Carpet Python

    First Time Snake Owner with license but reptile enthusiast is looking for a Young (6-10 months) Murray Darling Carpet Python from a Breeder. Love snakes and research has shown that MDs are great for a first time owner. Please contact Aaron on 0418106260
  38. Murtletheturle

    Best starter Carpet python

    hello what would be the best starter carpet python like a jungle carpet or something like that? cheers
  39. calebs92

    wtb yearling murray darling carpet python

    looking for a female yearling murray darling carpet python must be between the age of 1-3 must be a good handler (not a snappy one) must be feeding preferably over 3ft pm if your have one they i could buy of you or no of some one who has one i could buy would maybe buy a male pricing: around...
  40. A

    What to buy as a beginner

    Hello Guys, i am new to this site and snake as well. i have not bought a snake yet as i am very confused what should i buy as a beginner. I actually need something which is good in size and not agressive, easy to hold and haddle. Can someone please suggests me what should i buy and from where ...
  41. SpilotaFreak78

    need some info

    A friend of mine an I are going into business breeding snakes, because they have all the experience, and I am still new to snake owning, I need info. Does anyone know of any sites with comprehensive lists on Carpet Python types, specifically Morelia Spilota species and also breeding terms and...
  42. Suenstu

    Gammon Ranges Carpets? Anyone got any info on these?

    finding it somewhat challenging to find out a bit more about these guys..... If anyone has any info, or knows where I can find out a bit more, or (better yet) potentially where I can get one (I'm in Brisneyland), would be great to find out.... Thanks ;)
  43. ozziepythons

    Murray Darling adult breeding pair

    Species Common Name Murray Darling Carpet Python Age 6 years Length 2m Quantity Available pair Bred By sxr General Description Healthy breeding pair of murrays (sa locale). Produced very nice coloured hatchies previously. Tame and easy to handle. No pics atm. Location...
  44. Albs

    Murray Darlings

    Species Common Name Murray Darling Carpet Pythons Age 7months Length Quantity Available 2 Bred By Me/Hills reptiles General Description Eating well on weaner mice. For pics visit www.hillsreptiles.com Location SA Willing to Freight? Yes $70 Contact Details...
  45. jedohara

    what is a good start off snake???

    what would be the better strat off snake a spotted python or a diamond or something else ??? thanks
  46. TaraLeigh

    Collections/Families

    G'day all. I'm fairly new to the site and am interested in meeting some new people with the same interests and also hearing what people have got at home/their own little wildlife park and what their names are, how many, what's you'r fav, some characteristics, plans for the future, photos, how...
  47. r_boy2251

    bad news and good news :( (:

    hey guys let's start off with the good news ive found the 2 murray darling carpet pythons one went back in it's cage looking for food and the other was in the roof of the shed up the back realy happy to have them back:) but always with good news comes with bad news Sadly my three year old...
  48. longqi

    HELP.... My Gravid Jag Escaped

    Actually it didnt because I dont own any I think they can be quite beautiful but my snakes get used in demonstrations and a twitch might mean many different things so I have avoided using them But what will be the aftermath when this happens?? Imagine if a gravid jungle Jag escaped in Far North...
  49. hrafna

    reptile expo at the easter show, pic heavy

    hey everyone, i was helping out at the expo today, i got a chance to meet some amazing herpers, see plenty of animals and get to talk to the masses about snakes not being all that bad! plus i did my share of glass cleaning! :) first pic is the winner of best in show, the albino inland carpet.
  50. marty

    murray darling carpet hatchies

    Species Common Name MD Age hatched January 2011 Length Quantity Available several. both male and female Bred By Me General Description all have had several unassisted feeds. full feeding history supplied Location Wollongong Willing to Freight? if i must...
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