Species information
Green Tree Python
Morelia viridis
Common name
Green Tree Python
Scientific name
Morelia viridis
Family
Boidae
Appearance
Adult green tree pythons are bright green, containing irregular dorsal clusters of white scales (some specimens display a stripe). Hatchlings are brick red/yellow, the colouration changes into the adult colouration very quickly.
Locality
North eastern Australia, New Guinea.
Adult size
4-6ft.
Approx lifespan
12 years+.
REcomended vivarium size
24x18x24in.
Basic set up type
Humid forest, good ventilation is essential. Use sturdy branches to provide perches and dense foliage (real or fake) to provide cover.
Diet
The diet of the Green Tree Python should be made up of rodents.
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