Quote Originally Posted by carpet View Post
Interesting pattern, almost like a Bredi's, but can also see Diamond and Jungle as well. I also think yours is a bit older than mine, so hard to tell as they can change so much with age and depending on background.

Normally I would probably not mix species or sub-species, but these guys seem to be already down that road and the colors are amazing on Carpets. Maybe once I get into the genus more, I might start working with local/species specific.

So far so good, they will even share water bowl even though I have two. The Jag does climbs and perches more, while the Jungle x Diamond hardly climbs and is typically on the ground or in the water.

I did have an issue with mites (found a couple), the first week and that was eradicated. With all the ways of controlling mites, I am surprised they make it into collections. The only thing I can think of is being imports of other snakes and/or bad husbandry by those who return or sell to the pet store. That worries me due to the disease these can harbour and spread.

As far as feeding, I just feed at the same time and monitor/keep separate until they both have consumed the meal. So far not that hard, and by two days they are ready to hold and don't show any aggression twords myself or each other.

As far as people discussing, it is a tough thing to put yourself out there and share your experiences. Plus, there are just less people into reptiles than back in the day. I will keep sharing because I am just amazed at what great pets Carpets make and the amazing colors you get out of them. Thank Gio for taking the time to chat and share yourself. It is these conversations that will keep the chat rooms inviting to those new and those old to the hobby wanting to share their experiences.
Yes indeed, we'll keep up the good banter.

I'd be curious to see if your 2 animals would behave differently if housed alone.

It would actually be interesting on the experiment side of things.

That sucks about the mites, and hopefully there will be no future issues because of them.

Of the species and sub-species it is said the diamonds are the least arboreal of the carpet group, but still, that is relative as with anything there are animals that seem to go against the norm and they are still climbers.

I gave my girl, (she is 2 years old) a very arboreal cage, and it seems to be accepted and "enjoyed" by her.

She is moving into her growth spurt phase again after a bit of a heavy feeding. A bit too heavy IMO, but boy can they take, and easily process things that would kill a boa constrictor.

Best of luck, and I'm looking forward to seeing more stuff from you.

I appreciate the correspondence!