Common name
Reticulated Python
Scientific name
Python reticulatus
Family
Boidae
Appearance
The appearance of the reticulated python changes immensely with locality and varies so much that it really cannot be summed up in one page. To get an idea of the variation just do a google image search for reticulated python. If you’re serious about learning about this species, I’d recommend clicking here.
Locality
Southeast asia and surrounding areas/islands.
Adult size
Again this varies with locality, but as a guide 16-22ft. This snake does however hold the record for the longest snake in the world at 33ft, so anything is possible.
Approx lifespan
12years+.
Recomended vivarium size
6x3x3ft should be considered the minimum for an adult. Larger specimens will inevitably need more space.
Diet
Rodents for smaller Reticulated pythons, adults will require rabbits and/or piglets, certainly nothing small like meal worms.