Carpet python husbandry

[zackw419]

What do these guys need as full grown adults?

Are they climbers? Would they be good in a Tub? What size tub?

Im debating between getting a carpet python and a RTB but i need to know more about there requirments before i get one

[DutchHerp]

I keep my 6ft JCP in a 3x2x2 cage. If you're planning on getting a coastal, I'd get a 4x2x2 cage. However, Anthony Caponetto (ACReptiles.com) keeps most of his adult carpets (even coastals) in 36x24x15 cage.

My JCP rarely goes to the left side of the cage; he's always hanging out on the right. I'm pretty sure he has enough space.

Jungles are definitely climbers. I wouldn't call them arboreal, but my carpet spends 75% of his time perched or on his shelf.

Not sure what size tub they need, I wouldn't like to keep any carpets in racks.

[zackw419]

good to know, are they arboreal enough to the point where it would be worth it to get a long (vertical) vs. a long (horizontal) ?

[Patrick Long]

Might wanna give somethin like this a read

http://ball-pythons.net/modules/Sect...warticle&id=17

http://www.acreptiles.com/carpet_python_care.htm

[DutchHerp]

good to know, are they arboreal enough to the point where it would be worth it to get a long (vertical) vs. a long (horizontal) ?

Probably not. You'd be better off with a 2' high cage than 3'. Heating will be more difficult and they're still predominantly terrestrial.

[zackw419]

cool, thanks for the feedback.

[zackw419]

are there types that tend to be better feeders or that are easier to care for, for a begginner?

[DutchHerp]

are there types that tend to be better feeders or that are easier to care for, for a begginner?

Jungles should never see a mouse in their lives. I made the mistake and now I'm having the hardest time getting him back on rats.

[zackw419]

do these guys need a basking spot or will a UTH be fine?

Also, are there some types that get bigger than others? if so which types and how big?

[Patrick Long]

Zack, if you would have clicked the links that I responded with, this question would be answered.