Few random shots.

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Originally Posted by Gio

Rumor has it this fella's brother may be making a showing on the board sometime soon.

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Very soon.:snake:

You're really making me want one... beware.

He's beautiful :D

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Originally Posted by redshepherd

You're really making me want one... beware.

He's beautiful :D

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I think we've talked dogs here before. Apologies I always though you were a male until I saw this Avatar today.

The big key with these is the FINAL adult size. I see a lot of posts about "my new reticulated python" but very few about "My 6, 7, 8 or 10 year old reticulated python".


From the research I've done and the posts I've read, that I have felt confident in considering credible here, I decided to try them out. By "them" I am referring to the DWARF/Super Dwarf combinations noted for smaller adult sizes. The simple fact is, this species is truly one of the most active and interactive pythons you can keep. I would consider Papuan Olives, Olives and Scrubs close as well, but the stigma of the reticulated python is maybe only eclipsed by the king cobra.

In my situation, I need a snake that does not get overly large. I have prepared for a 10 foot 35 pound animal, but am not excited to go passed that.

Ideally, this guy will top out at 8-9 feet and have a rather lean physique.

If the size holds true to what I believe it will be based on factual information, I will recommend these critters to other experienced keepers!

I will blunt and honest if this snake ends up way beyond my wants or capabilities. I will be feeding using what is said to be a "maintenance diet"

I'm optimistic the growth and size will end up as expected.

Thanks for the nice comments. There will be at least 2 others here with closely related animals posting soon.

I'll use a real camera and work for some much better pictures when I get this guy out of quarantine and into the swing of settled life here.

He is beautiful. Retics have such a presence about them.

I prefer to work with easy keepers, so I enjoy the giants (and dwarf "giants") vicariously. Always appreciate posts on them.

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Originally Posted by Gio

I think one of these is up your alley too.

We have similar tastes and I think you would enjoy one of these.

You've already acquired a nice collection so what's one more? LOL

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Oh I have been struggling with the Retic desire for a few years now, especially since I have a local breeder tugging at my ear. :)

But for now, I'm standing firm in my commitment to no more additions until every one of my snakes are in their forever homes. I expanded my collection too fast and too soon. I'm building two T-25's now for my two big Carpets. Then I have to get a 4x3 arboreal AP enclosure for my Jungle girl.

You're not exactly helping me stand firm with all those photos of your pretty boy! :)
You're killing me Gio! :D Thank goodness Sauzo doesn't have a camera. :P

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Originally Posted by Gio

I think we've talked dogs here before. Apologies I always though you were a male until I saw this Avatar today.

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We probably have, if it's to do with dogs!
Lol no problem- you know, I figured most people probably thought I was an older dude and were getting dudely with me, which is why I finally changed it.

If I can find a reliable SD line that stays until 8', I would totally commit to one.