snakes

Hello! I don't own a snake yet, I'm hoping to get my first one in the coming months provided I can find a reputable breeder. The issue with this is that I haven't the slightest clue how to find a breeder. Is there some sort of method to finding them? Am I just not searching the right things? I...

Hello Just wondering if there’s any reptile handling courses going on New South Wales by chance? Cheers L

Hey guys, I’m needing some advice on my children’s python, he is 6 months old. Last measured 43cm in April & weight is 54G (10/06/2024) He is still on fuzzy mice & refuses to move up in size to hopper mice I’ve wasted so many mice trying to move him up - I’ve tried braining, scenting with...

Hi there Hope you're all having a great weekend 😊 I'm currently trying to create an Emergency Response Plan with non venomous and venomous snake emergencies for a case study on Maintaining Animal Habitats and would like to get some advice if possible and if possible a photo of example or some...

Gday thanks for reading my 1st thread i hope to get a few responses. My name is Jordan (17yr) and imp interested in looking after reptiles, snakes specify and i was hoping if anyone had some advice on anything or anyone good to talk to around the Central highland area

Hello everyone, I want to go to Somerset Dam with my son to catch some Redclaw. We have never been there before, so I am wondering about the risk of finding snakes in the area in this time of the year which is still hot during the daytime (beginning of March). Any specific area we should avoid...

Looking for hatchling diamond pythons. Recommend breeder aswell if possible.

So I've read two occurrences of pythons cannibalising each other in captivity. The first was a male Ball Python who ate a female hatchling. The second was a female Jungle Carpet Python who ate her male mate. Has anyone here experienced one of their pythons or snakes turn cannibal? Or have you...

Hello, Guys hope you all are doing well. I m planning to visiting berrington tops. Can you please tell me guys which track I found maximum number of reptiles or snakes for the photography and research. I saw on internet that it's too much tracking are on berrington tops. Waiting for your...

hey all im from Tasmania and hold licence for reptiles was just looking to see what's about not a really fussy let me know if you have any reptiles u would like to sell or give thanks .

Hello all I have been absent from the forum for a while due to school and such. I am currently doing a research task for agriculture and I (unsurprisingly) am doing it on snakes. So I have a question, In your opinion, can snakes bond with their owners? Please give explanations and examples...

Revell's Reptiles is proud to offer Wollongong and the surrounds with high quality rodents for your snakes, monitors and dragons. Mice: Pinky 0-3 grams, $7.50 pack of 10 Fuzzy 4-7 grams, $10 pack of 10 Hopper 8-12 grams, $12.50 pack of 10 Weaner 13-17 grams, $12 pack of 8 Adult 18-27...

Selling my used hatchling rack as not needed anymore. Made from Malemine, slight damage on the end of top shelf (was like it when got it) but doesn't affect operation. Has been used for Snakes & Lizards. Heat cord on all 9 levels with all 45 tubs included. Controled by Digital LCD display...

Brand New Reptile Heat Globes 265 X 25w Nocturnal $3 each or $100 per box of 50. 34 X 40w Nocturnal $5 each or $130 the lot. 45 X 100w Nocturnal $5 each or $190 the lot. 54 X 150w Nocturnal $5 each or $200 the lot. 12 X 25w Red $5 each or $45 the lot. 114 X 25w Basking $5 each or $320 the...

Hey Guys, Im going night herping in heathcote national park. It may not be until late March/April though. Am I still likely to see many snakes? From Oli

Hi up for sale is a heap of Brand New Reptile Heat Globes & Ceramic heat emitters. 266 X 25WATT NOCTURNAL $5 34 X 40WATT NOCTURNAL $5 50 X 60WATT NOCTURNAL $5 93 X 100WATT NOCTURNAL $5 62 X 150WATT NOCTURNAL $5 50 X 25WATT INFRARED $5 140 X 25WATT BASKING $5 18 X 150WATT BASKING $5 38 X 150WATT...

Hello! I have an (approx 1 year old) albino Darwin carpet python in a 60x40x40cm enclosure. I have a heat mat on during the day whilst he’s in his hide, highest temp reaches 32 degrees & then a CHE on during the night whilst he’s up & about which is set to 31 degrees on a thermostat with a 3...

I’ve been consistently looking for a Spotted Python, Children’s Python or Stimson Python preferably hatchlings although I’m located on the Sunshine Coast and cannot locate anyone or place that is selling snakes if you have any information please email me or use this thread EMAIL -...

Hey guys, I found this snake in the road and wanted to remove it safely before it was harmed. Though airing on the extreme side of caution due to my own theories that it could be a dugite, king brown or western brown i did NOT want to be bitten. However through all my research I’m finding it...

Hello! I apologise if I have posted this in the wrong thread, but I have received an albino Darwin carpet python today. Her first feed was on the 28th of the 5th month, and the next 13th of the sixth month, she has been fed six times and happily had her first shed today. Should I continue to...

Born november 2017 Parents are wild x ebony Located in VIC

I know herping around this time of the year can be dead and your most likey not to find much but im bored out of my mind at home any good herping spots i could check out. Dont mind driving im located in melton melbournes western suburbs! Cheers jonathan

Hey everyone!! I live in Adelaide South Australia and I’m still new to handling snakes. I have a 5 month old coastal carpet python and it’s beautiful. It’s quite a hot day today here in Adelaide and I need some tips on keeping my tank at the right temperature so it doesn’t over heat it while the...

New to forums so apologies if not posting correctly 2 coastal carpets - 10 years old One of the snakes is a fussy eater Not handled enough anymore - life has gotten busier and busier In the Logan area

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Hi I'm looking for any unwanted Reptiles that people might have that they can no longer look after, Maybe ur bored with them or just no longer want them for any reason at all. Willing to take all types of Lizards big n small, Turtles, Crocodiles big or small, Elapids ie: Tigers, browns, Death...

Hi Guys, I am about to be a new snake owner, I am thinking of buying a Bredli Centralian Carpet Python male hachling, I live in Sydney. Was wondering if there is any information I should know about before buying my snake and enclosure, how long do I need to keep it in a tub before I can place...

Hello. My name is Julia and as part of my Psychology Honours Dissertation, I am doing research looking into how the relationship between pet owners and their pets impacts on the physical and psychological health of pet owners. I am particularly interested in getting information from owners of...

Been seeing loads of new threads on snake species (such as the new "Darwin Thread") and since I haven't seen one yet on Spotted Pythons, I had to start one (I mean, just look at my username... :))! Spotteds in my opinion are great snakes but are massively underappreciated by many breeders, and...

Does anyone know of any reptile "hotspots" in the Sydney region? I often herp in a nice patch of bushland in Galston and at Ku-ring-gai Chase NP, but all I've found is a shed skin from a gecko, a few lacies, a lyrebird, turtles and crabs. So does anyone know any good places to find snakes?

Hi as the title says I'm new to this, I live in Australia and I would like to own a pet snake. I'm looking for some information on: what is the best Australian snake for a beginner, what this snake eats and it's size and where is the best place to buy snakes in Australia? Thanks

So, I just got myself my first snake, he's a Northern Territory Black Headed Python, about a year old and around 90cm long. I've only had him for 2 weeks and he feeds well so far and is getting used to being handled. I don't have any real concerns, I am more just after some husbandry tips or...

Last call for Wildlife Secrets's Sydney Reptile Rescue/Rehab Workshop this Saturday 21st in Annandale. Call 0400 809 922 or http://www.wildlifesecrets.com.au/training/files/3dcb20230d367f37832c808fcd8d5c0b-7.html About the workshop: Dr Teela Brown is a veterinarian with a keen interest in...

I am looking for the best substrate I should put in a black headed python enclosure? Some breeder said to use shredded paper, but I have heard that isn't the best nor the safest to use (no idea why though?). Also what would the best substrate be for a click clack set up? I was going to use...

Hi all Sydney reptile enthusiasts. Just letting you know we have a venom workshop in Sydney this coming Sunday. There are still a few places left for those keen on getting some serious venom knowledge from the renowned Peter Mirtschin. Details can be found on Facebook or the web site...