PelicanDropShip
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Hey guys, I have been thinking about my next pet. This is a long term consideration, I don't plan on jumping on it anytime soon, but I have recently revived an interest in monitors, I have always liked them, but associated them as being a big animal; lace etc. Its has come to my attention that smaller species are a thing!!
I did a deep dive online to find out more, from what I have gathered so far.. there seems to be a general consensus with the online reptile community that Ackie's and Gillen's are the best starting point. However.. I would like to note that this conclusion has been sourced via US and Uk based online channels as they tend to receive the most coverage on Youtube and such. I assume that we have better availability and access to a variety of species here in Australia , hence I am seeking an opinion here.
As far as my experience goes I owned a blue tongue as a Kid and am now currently housing a 3year old carpet python. I really like the look and general specs of Kimbley rock monitors, they are my preference at the moment over Ackies and Gillens, I am curious if anyone would caution, endorse or offer any alternative to these.(I am open to any consideration/advice) The enclosure that my Darwin is in, is 120cm L x 60cm H x 45cm W. I am considering either moving the python to bigger enclosure then homing the monitor or building something specific for the monitor.
This whole idea spawned from wanting to get cat, but I am allergic. I would just like animal, that I can have more sophisticated interactions with. Something that you can look into the eyes of it and know that it is looking back at you. The python is cool and all, but I would prefer not to be treated like an obstacle in the way of its T800 vision. Anyways.. keen to hear from some of the more experienced of reptile owners.
Thank you.
I did a deep dive online to find out more, from what I have gathered so far.. there seems to be a general consensus with the online reptile community that Ackie's and Gillen's are the best starting point. However.. I would like to note that this conclusion has been sourced via US and Uk based online channels as they tend to receive the most coverage on Youtube and such. I assume that we have better availability and access to a variety of species here in Australia , hence I am seeking an opinion here.
As far as my experience goes I owned a blue tongue as a Kid and am now currently housing a 3year old carpet python. I really like the look and general specs of Kimbley rock monitors, they are my preference at the moment over Ackies and Gillens, I am curious if anyone would caution, endorse or offer any alternative to these.(I am open to any consideration/advice) The enclosure that my Darwin is in, is 120cm L x 60cm H x 45cm W. I am considering either moving the python to bigger enclosure then homing the monitor or building something specific for the monitor.
This whole idea spawned from wanting to get cat, but I am allergic. I would just like animal, that I can have more sophisticated interactions with. Something that you can look into the eyes of it and know that it is looking back at you. The python is cool and all, but I would prefer not to be treated like an obstacle in the way of its T800 vision. Anyways.. keen to hear from some of the more experienced of reptile owners.
Thank you.