My new little baby

[Wretched Deviant]

Why does everyone on this site make so many assumptions just because of a question? haha.

This wasn't exactly a complete impulse buy. Just decided to pick one up at LLLReptiles rather than wait for the up coming show in Pomona. I have been setting up/researching, etc. well before buying him, and there is a lot of contradicting information out there on neonate care from what I've seen. As I said, I just want to make sure the approach I'm taking with him is the best since this is my first GTP. Thanks for the link Lucas

I know what you mean, you spell something wrong, leave one little thing out and the wolves have got you by the throat. I just start explaining EVERYTHING in posts before asking a question. I haven't owned a Dumeril's or Rainbow before but I know their husbandry but that doesn't mean I wont freak out at the smallest things or ask stupid questions because I worry.

But Oh my god! I never realized how TINY they are, they're adorable...I always wanted one, they're so beautiful...my boyfriend always makes fun of green tree pythons that aren't green. And there's tons of conflicting information on so many things...it's tiring.

[Lucas339]

Why does everyone on this site make so many assumptions just because of a question? haha.

This wasn't exactly a complete impulse buy. Just decided to pick one up at LLLReptiles rather than wait for the up coming show in Pomona. I have been setting up/researching, etc. well before buying him, and there is a lot of contradicting information out there on neonate care from what I've seen. As I said, I just want to make sure the approach I'm taking with him is the best since this is my first GTP. Thanks for the link Lucas

if you had done your research, you would have seen that LLL is probably the worst place to get snakes.

[Southernshooter]

It's definetly a looker, Good pick up Anthony

[Aeries]

I know what you mean, you spell something wrong, leave one little thing out and the wolves have got you by the throat. I just start explaining EVERYTHING in posts before asking a question. I haven't owned a Dumeril's or Rainbow before but I know their husbandry but that doesn't mean I wont freak out at the smallest things or ask stupid questions because I worry.

Cause we've all heard horror stories! Better to give the information and hopefully educate someone rather than just assume it will be alright! It just means we're dedicated and love our animals!

[marvelfreak]

SWEEET Snake! Best of luck with it.

[Angelique]

OMG - is it really that small or is that the camera? It looks TINY. How old is it and what does it weight?

Very cute, but it looks so small. I guess I didn't realize how small they are : o

That was my reaction when i saw my first month old GTP. OMG! It's sooo small!! And yes, they are tiny... when they strech out they look a little larger, but when perched, they look like something that should be in a miniature shop.

[DavidG]

I suggest a 6.5 qt sterlite tub for almost the first year. Tubs really help neonates out. Humidity and temp is held much better. He is really small, you should see a hatching, yours is huge in comparison. Go ahead and offer food if you feel comfortable. Some will eat, others wont. It's the name of the game. What local is it? One thing you really won't find to read about is feeding these guys. You do not want to see a noticeable bulge in them. It needs to be very slight. Over feeding leads to prolapse, which often leads to death. Feeding too small though, and they will not develop a proper sized head because of lack of muscle. If you've kept snakes for some time I imagine you can pick appropriate sized prey items. Keep us updated, and if you have any questions please ask! Make a new thread so well all know it needs attention.

[Warocker's Wife]

congrats its a beautiful neo.. not a big fan of triple L for Gtp but u got a cute baby- hope it grows up nice and strong for u!

congrats again