Boelen's Python Care Sheet

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Complete care guide for Boelen's Python. Follow these guidelines to provide optimal husbandry and health for your pet.

Overview

Striking black pythons with iridescent sheen from New Guinea. Rare and advanced. Challenging but stunning.

40-gallon breeder tank minimum. Vertical space beneficial. Secure hides. Screen ventilation.

Warm side: 85-90°F. Cool side: 75-80°F. Maintain consistent temperatures. No extreme heat.

Moderate to high (60-75%). Provide water bowl. Light misting acceptable. Good airflow critical.

Nocturnal. UVB beneficial. 12:12 light/dark cycle. Avoid direct intense heat.

Small mice, rats, occasional frozen prey. Can be picky eaters. Feed every 7-10 days.

Defensive and unpredictable. Rarely handled. Best observed rather than handled. Respect distance.

Sensitive to improper conditions. Respiratory issues possible. Feeding refusal common. Live 20+ years.

Require careful shipping with proper temperature control. Stress-sensitive. Live arrival guaranteed.