Bredli

[webcol]

I have been thinking about getting a bredli. I have done a some study about them, but every source i read has slightly different info...
So, a few questions.
1. what is the maximum size a bredli will get, and what is an average size of a adult?
2. generally do they have a good temper? good to handle?
3.adult enclosure size?
4. what is the average price for a hatchie?
I have a basic idea about all of these answers, but as i said: most of what i read is different from source to source.
Any answers will be much appreciated..
cheers untouchables

 

[Jdsixtyone]

I think they grow a bit bigger than a diamond. A hatchy would cost around about $200 - $400 depends where u buy it from. Yes they do have a good temper and are great handlers.

 

[Dave]

Top notch hypos can go for $500, you can keep them in a 4x2x2

 

[motman440]

love em.... best aussie python

 

[webcol]

thanks for the reply's
any one else?

 

[Danielle-S]

I've got 2. They're both got completely different temprements. Bruce is like a "worm with teeth" so Ive been told he's never bitten, never even tried, I am beginning to doubt he can!
Jada on the other hand.......hmmmmm.......how to describe her.........I've lost count how many times shes tagged me.......the word "b****" comes to mind! But she is beautiful, and only doing what snakes do naturally.
I've never had any other snake, so I've nothing to compare Bredlis too, but I love them, and Im looking forward to seeing them grow up.
Im preparing 160cm X 40cm X 90cm cabinets for them when they're fully grown.
Have fun

 

[webcol]

I've got 2. They're both got completely different temprements. Bruce is like a "worm with teeth" so Ive been told he's never bitten, never even tried, I am beginning to doubt he can!
Jada on the other hand.......hmmmmm.......how to describe her.........I've lost count how many times shes tagged me.......the word "b****" comes to mind! But she is beautiful, and only doing what snakes do naturally.
I've never had any other snake, so I've nothing to compare Bredlis too, but I love them, and Im looking forward to seeing them grow up.
Im preparing 160cm X 40cm X 90cm cabinets for them when they're fully grown.
Have fun

thanks for the reply, i hope i can get one

 

[pythonmum]

Easy to care for, forgiving and one of the larger carpets. Individuals vary, but they generally settle down as very placid snakes. A large female will grow to about 8 feet. My pair feed well, shed well, handle well and look good. Can't ask for much more!
PS - $200 - $400 is right for a normal one, although a striped or hypo will cost you more.

 

[bundybear]

I have been thinking about getting a bredli. I have done a some study about them, but every source i read has slightly different info...
So, a few questions.
1. what is the maximum size a bredli will get, and what is an average size of a adult?
depends who you ask, but around the 9-10ft mark

2. generally do they have a good temper? good to handle?
generally yes, but as in all species there are exceptions. i've seen some angry bredli' before but not too often. they can be a bit snappy when very young but so are most other species. don't worry, they start to hurt untill around the 2yr old mark anyway:lol:

3.adult enclosure size?
not sure what the minimums will be when decc bring in the regs. 4x2x2 is pretty common for keeping these. just remember they do like to climb a little, especialy younger ones.

4. what is the average price for a hatchie?
around $300-$350, bit more for hypo's

I have a basic idea about all of these answers, but as i said: most of what i read is different from source to source.
Any answers will be much appreciated..
cheers untouchables

from my dealings with them, they are one of the best pythons i've had the pleasure of keeping. i've got a 18mth old bredli at the moment that has never shown an once of aggression to anything but food.

 

[Sock Puppet]

I have been thinking about getting a bredli. I have done a some study about them, but every source i read has slightly different info...
So, a few questions.

Gday Untouchables, I have a couple of juvi Bredli (5 months old) so to answer your questions with my limited experience:

1. what is the maximum size a bredli will get, and what is an average size of a adult?
From what I've read average adult size is 2-2.5m, but I've only read of a few examples only slightly larger than that.

2. generally do they have a good temper? good to handle?
Both my male & female have a great temper. My male from day 1 has been the most placid snake I could have ever hoped for, very easy to handle, never once even looked like striking. My female is a little more nervous, has struck out only a couple of times (tagged once), but that was only removing her from the enclosure, once out she's the same as the male.

3.adult enclosure size?
Min 1m wide x 0.65m deep x 1.5m high. They are a semi arboreal snake, so a tall enclosure allows them climbing room.

4. what is the average price for a hatchie?
I paid $250 for the female & $260 for the male. This is for a Bredli "Classic". Other colour morphs (like hypo, for example) will obviously set you back more.
Hope this helps!

In addition, neither of my snakes has refused a feed. Since I've had the male (March 09) he's shed twice with no issues. I've had the female since early May 09 & she's coming into her first shed since I've had her, so we'll see how that goes.

Both my animals came from Snake Ranch, a reputable breeder & not too far from Newcastle so delivery or pickup shouldn't be a problem.

 

[delljosh01]

Hi, I,ve had 4 Bredli, got 2 atm. They're my favourite python. All mine have been very placid and great handlers, so I would definately recommend getting one.

 

[Lovemydragons]

I have two bredli's. My girl is about 15 months old and my new little man is only 2-3 months old. My girl is placid as, and my new mini man is a little chomping machine. But it's only early days, so he should settle down with more time I spend with him. But they are both beautiful and so glad I picked this type of snake.