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  1. Virides

    Need help understand Jags

    Hey all! It would be really appreciated if you could help out below, even if you only know a part of the puzzle :) So we have had a customer add "Jag" to our species list for the Name Plates. We know that a Jag is essentially a coastal but can also be a hybrid. This creates problems because...
  2. TeeDee

    Newbie Seeking Experianced Diamond Owner Advice, Daily Activity?

    Just got a few quick questions if anyone can help me. What should a diamond python in captivitys daily activity show? i just brought a 2m diamond and he does nothing but sleep all day unless i wake him up for feeding or handling. I never see him bask or excercise unless i wake him up. Is this...
  3. TeeDee

    NEW OWNER. Diamond Python Scales HELP

    So i've recently just brought a 2m Diamond, this is my first snake so my question may sound stupid but hey we've all been there. When i pick him up, i'm under the impression he is supposed to feel smooth. Should i be worries that i can feel his scales lifting up (similar to rubbing my beard the...
  4. Widdup

    Breeding pair diamond pythons

    Species Common Name diamond Python Age 5+ Length 2.3/ 3.0m Quantity Available 2 Bred By General Description healthy breeding pair successfully breed and hatched 20 diamond pythons this year hatchlings will be for sale soon. Female is the larger of the two both eat chickens mice rats...
  5. T

    Diamond pythons

    Looking to by a diamond python, not too fussed on age as long as it handles well, willing to pay freight. Location Canberra
  6. Ekans

    What's your holy grail of reptiles?

    What's that one native snake, lizard, invertebrate etc that you want to someday own but your skill, its care is slightly intimidating or its rarity is holding you back? :)
  7. NickD

    Diamond just started doing this

    Hey Everyone, 1st post...wooo... I've got a 7ft Diamond Python that's just started to squash himself up against his glass... is this common behaviour or is he trying to tell us something? He came from a zoo and was handled a lot, so we are trying to get him to relax a bit now he's retired...
  8. U

    New diamond python

    Picked up this 2 year old today off good old gumtree bred from high black and white parents. This animal is incredible in the flesh definetely the nicest snake I have ever had cheers
  9. alichamp

    New Intro - working our way to a snake

    Hi everyone, Thought I'd introduce myself since I'll be lurking for a while. My 8 yo daughter is in to reptiles in a BIG way and has been for a couple of years. She is a very responsible kid who craves knowledge so I'm doing everything I can to support her in her interest. We are members of...
  10. Herpo

    Slipped Skin Disease

    Hi all, I don't know if it was resolved on the other thread, but is it possible that the injuries on Starlords Diamond Python are from Slipped Skin Disease? As soon as I saw the pics, that's what I was reminded of. I don't wanna start an argument, just curious. Cheers, Herpo
  11. cagey

    I want a diamond python in my back yard

    http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/northern-beaches/python-25-metres-long-spotted-in-suburban-sydney-back-yard/news-story/5d72dc07a1626a2cf13ea38052ea7c33
  12. Iguana

    Signs of illness in snakes

    I know of scale rot and RI's, things like that. What I'm really worried about is stuff like DPS, IBD, Sunshine virus ect. I have a diamond and have heard the horror stories of all the neurological problems they can have, so I will admit I'm somewhat paranoid about it. He has exhibited some...
  13. Nailsinside

    Live plants for Daimond Python enclosure

    Hey everyone, I was wondering what the process is order for me to plant some live plants in my diamond Python enclosure. The enclosure is a Reptile One 1200x600x900 So far my understanding is to create a false floor, could I do this using 'egg crate' and line it with some mesh or fly screen...
  14. C

    Living Terrarium Help

    Hi Guys, I have just acquired a spotted python hatchling and am keeping him in a small enclosure with some basic furniture until he is a bit bigger. When I do upgrade him I would like to have him in an enclosure with some live plants. Can anyone here give me any pointers around what plants might...
  15. Starlord

    Diamond Python Medical Assistance

    I have no idea how this happened, I've looked around the enclose at every nook and cranny and cant find any remnants of skin. Picture: http://imgur.com/6zudprC The picture was taken before the visit to the vet (not a herpetologist), since then the following has been done: The vet has stitched...
  16. S

    Diamond pics

    Bit of afternoon sun for the holdback Diamonds
  17. Iguana

    Diamond care help (DPS)

    I recently acquired a 2yr old diamond python, never had one before and don't have too much experience so I thought it would be like keeping a Carpet. The guy at the store didn't tell me about DPS or Diamond python syndrome, which after heavy reading I now know exists. He is in a 4X2X2 (indoor)...
  18. bobby-van

    Beloved Diamond Python For Sale - 4 years old - TAME - large enclosure included

    Species Common Name Diamond Python Age 4 years old Length Approximately 2.5 meters Quantity Available 1 Bred By Shire Snakes NSW General Description We have decided to sell our gorgeous snake as we are moving overseas. We have had Corona since she (has not been sexed but we think...
  19. NickGeee

    SE NSW herping 2016

    Hey guys, I recently got back from a herping trip to New South Wales' south east coast, camping at Pambula Beach. Most of these photos are from the area, but some are up at Mimosa Rocks NP and afew other spots. Having a quick flip behind a coastal swamp I was graced with this awesome Mustard...
  20. B

    Stunning Adult Diamond Python

    ​Species Common Name Diamond Python Age Approx. 8 years old Length Approx. 1.8m Quantity Available 1 Bred By Unknown General Description Absolutely stunning diamond Python! He has beautiful tiny rosettes and high yellow. You would struggle to find another this handsome. Just one...
  21. M

    Adult Diamond Python

    Species Common Name Diamond Python Age 6 years Length Around 2m Bred By Unknown General Description I've had this python since it was a juvenile and have had no problems at all. Beautiful colours eats well and I've only been bitten twice due to my inexperience in...
  22. Elite_Reptiles

    Female Diamond Python (High Yellow)

    Species Common Name Diamond Python Age 2 yrs Length 3 ft Quantity Available 1 Bred By Shaun Carroll General Description We are selling our beautiful high yellow female Diamond Python... She is approx. 3 ft in length, 2 years old, Gosford locality and originally bred by one of the...
  23. vjungle

    Diamond pyihon, male h/y

    Species Common Name DIAMOND PYTHON ALL OFFERS CONSIDERED. Age 5 Length 6FT Quantity Available 1 Bred By ME General Description H/Y MALE DIAMOND PYTHON, FEEDS ON THAWED RATS, SHEDS WITHOUT ANY ISSUES WHAT SO EVER, HANDLES LIKE A DREAM, VERY CALM NEVER STRUCK. THIS WAS A HOLD...
  24. vjungle

    Hot jungle python

    Species Common Name JUNGLE PYTHON Age 7 ISH Length 5.5 FT Quantity Available 1 Bred By General Description MALE JUNGLE PYTHON, HIGH YELLOW AND BLACK. PRODUCED SOME STUNNER'S. FEEDS VERY WELL ON THAWED RATS, SHEDS WITHOUT ANY ISSUES WHAT SO EVER. HANDLES OK ONCE OUT OF ENCLOSURE...
  25. lizardloco

    Keeping Diamond Python cool

    Hi all I have a 3 and a half year old Diamond Python male. Its been getting quite warm recently and equally so in his enclosure. I'm aware of the dangers of 'Diamond Python syndrome', and I'm working on ways to reduce the temp inside his enclosure. I just put a small icepack wrapped in about 2...
  26. pyalda

    Female Diamond python nest box/housing requirements???

    G'day all, My female diamond python, roughly 6 foot and abit has become pregnant. shes getting bigger and i cant find any info on the nest box requirements/temps and all. ive seen guys here place a large plastic tub (including the lid) with a hole in it for them, however im unsure as to what...
  27. E

    2 x 2 y.o. diamond pythons

    Species Common Name Diamond Python Age 2 Length about 3ft Quantity Available 2 Bred By me General Description For sale is 2x diamond holdbacks from a previous clutch of mine. They both feed with no problems on rats and are unsexed. I am away for work for summer and only come home...
  28. H

    Diamond Python (Gosford) 4yo Male

    Species Common Name Gosford Diamond Python Age 4yo Length Approx 4 ft Quantity Available 1 Bred By General Description 4yo male Gosford Diamond Python with enclosure(h:1050mm, w:790mm d:490mm), stand (30mm high), heat pad and light fittings. Quick sale needed due to lack of time to...
  29. B

    Enclosure advice

    Hi All, Please accept my apologies if I use incorrect terminology at all as I am new at all things reptile. I purchased a new member of our family 10 days ago now, a Yearling High Yellow Diamond Python we called "Hunter" and looking for some advice. He is approx. 950mm long now and I have him...
  30. Pauls_Pythons

    Juvenile Diamond Python Pair

    Species Common Name Diamond Python Age 10 months Length Age appropriate Quantity Available 1 Pair Bred By Me General Description Last pair available for this season. Vet checked & sexed, (Shane Simpson), these youngsters have had several sloughs & no less than 20 unassisted feeds...
  31. ViperReptiles

    Thoughts on UV Lights?

    So I'm in the process of building a snake rack, I've watched quite a few videos about them and although they all tell me about heating and all of that, none say anything about lighting. What are your opinions on lighting for a snake? Do you think they need a UVB Light?
  32. jscarlett

    Jungle, Bredli & Diamond Jaguars

    Jaguar pythons produced from Yape york jungle, Black and gold Jungle, Bredli and diamond python priced from $500. All are established feeders on defrosted mice, they are a decent size for there age and in great health. Colours have come through nicely and will keep on developing over the next...
  33. bobby-van

    Live in an apartment - can I take python outside to get sun?

    I live on the top floor of an apartment. I have a beautiful diamond python and I'd love to take her out to get some sun. I used to have a backyard in my old ground-level apartment and I'd take her out all the time. Can I take her out onto the nature strip next to the road and put her on the...
  34. Raebiez

    Heating at night?

    What is everyone's opinion on heating during the night? I have found conflicting information online about whether or not to turn heat lamps off and was wondering what everyone else likes to do. I have turned mine off during the night in the summer months. I have had red heat bulbs constantly...
  35. cement

    Here Kitty!

    I removed this diamond after it ate the kitten. This photo was taken by the owner a couple of days before the "incident".
  36. reptinate

    Carpet Python Enclosures

    Hey, Just curious to know whether you give your Carpets more height or length, and what size do you usually give them? Making a new enclosure for my Bredli. Thanks
  37. ronhalling

    It's on again

    Lock up your pets and get the shovels ready, snakes are on the move. God Damn sensationalist media have done it again, whilst watching a program on a regional station on the Mid North Coast of NSW a reminder from the stations "know it all's" came on saying it was time to lock up your pets and...
  38. C

    Snake feeding advice

    Hi, so I am fairly new to snakes, being a prodemently lizard keeper for past years. My Coastal x Diamond Python has come into shed and will most likely shed within the next couple of weeks. Should I still feed him or just leave him alone? Thanks regards CN
  39. Dapple

    FS - pair diamond pythons

    Price: 2000 for both Species: Morelia spilota spilota Sex: Male, Female Species Common Name Diamond Python's Age 3.5 - 4 years Quantity Available 1pair Bred By Kel Worley and Michele(on here) General Description only fed premium food from Dolittle farms and not over fed Background...
  40. S

    Diamond Python Pink Belly

    Hey guys. Just fed Carbon my diamond python and noticed his belly looked pink. it appears to be along most of his body. His temps were a couple degrees high but nothing crazy and I've adjusted them. I'm not new to keeping snakes so I have noticed this with other snakes as they approach a...
  41. W

    Diamond Not Eating.

    Hi guys got a male diamond he'd be about 5 years old. He has for some reason gone off the bite, shows no interest in rats, nothing has changed with his enclosure or heating. The other snake that's in there with him is fine. It would of been 5 weeks at least since his last meal and this is a...
  42. G

    display cabinet conversion-Newbie

    Hey Guys, Wondering if anyone can help me out? I am shortly going to come into possession of a 1m Diamond Python and I want to convert an old display cabinet that I have into His home because the one he has is far to small in my opinion. I have grown up with snakes for the most part of my life...
  43. snakegirlie

    Please help

    I'm really interested in getting a diamond Python but I don't want to get one without knowing every thing about them. I'm really concerned about the diamond Python syndrome. So if there is any body that lives in South East Queensland it would be greatly appreciated if you could tell me how you...
  44. Pauls_Pythons

    Diamond Python Pair

    Species Common Name Diamond Python Age 5 Months Length Age Appropriate Quantity Available 2 (Pair) Bred By Me General Description This Diamond Python Hatchling pair are now ready to go to their new owner. Vet checked & sexed, (Shane Simpson), these youngsters have had 3 sloughs &.12...
  45. R

    Diamond Python Click Clack?

    Next few months I'm going to be purchasing a Diamond Python Hatching This going to be my first snake I was wondering if I could see other "Click Clacks" or have other advice for a proper enclosure I have been doing my research but it's always best to get information from the other owners...
  46. Pauls_Pythons

    Diamond Python Hatchling

    Species Common Name Diamond Python Age 3 Months Length Quantity Available 1 Bred By Me General Description Tri-Colour parents Location Point Cook. Willing to Freight? Considered to SA only Contact Details PM License Number (Required for NSW and SA Sellers) 12757542-B...
  47. Ironmind91

    STILL no shed..

    Hi everyone, my jungle Sharon has been with me for a while now, and today will be the 5th feed I have given her (2 weaner rats) and still she hasn't shed once. She did before I got her (I'm told) but doesn't even look like it's coming haha. I know what to look for, and am yet to see a sign. She...
  48. R

    Diamonds are a girl's best friend

    Just wanted to post a pic of our lovely Diamond boy. He's approximately 10 years old and roughly 7.5ft and so so placid and gentle. He was originally owned by a very close long term friend who had him from a young age but we don't know what age definitively so we've worked out approximately 10...
  49. ReptiBeck

    New noodle-diamond

    Just sharing my new noodle i am picking up on Saturday! Male 6ft tame high yellow diamond. Thinking i will call him Pandora :) So excited :D
  50. J

    Shedding questions

    My young diamond python has not shed yet even though his shed cycle started hust over 2 weeks ago. A few days ago I had let it slither through a warm, damp towel to help but he still hasn't shed. Should i be worried if he still hasnt shed by this point and if so is there anything i can do to...
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