pygmy/anthill python?????

[jhiggy69]

I WAS JUST GIVEN A "PYGMY PYTHON" I DONT KNOW THE FIRST THING ABOUT THEM EXCEPT THEY R SMALL help!!!!!!!!!

[NennaMeerkat]

You really should have done some research or something before accepting this (or any) animal. However, if you are really serious about getting help look online for guides and such. Read up on the species in general outside of just keeping one as a pet. And above all else keep in mind what is told you here. I myself am not familiar with the species in question...but I am sure there are plenty here who can help. Just be calm and patient.

[red ink]

I WAS JUST GIVEN A "PYGMY PYTHON" I DONT KNOW THE FIRST THING ABOUT THEM EXCEPT THEY R SMALL help!!!!!!!!!

Ask a specific question and you will get a specific answer... you want to know the general information, hit up google.

[Will0W783]

Pygmy (anthill) pythons are the same genus as the common Children's python, and therefore require similar care. They are a semi-arid climate snake, so they do not require much extra humidity. Anthill pythons are timid and therefore like plenty of places to hide. Aspen or crushed walnut is a suitable substrate, deep so they can dig into it and hide if they choose. Keep the temps warm- you want a cool end of 80-82 and a basking area around 88-92, much like you would for a RTB, except with less humidity. Antaresia species do not do well if kept too humid. Feeding can be done once every 7-10 days for a juvenile, or 14 days for an adult.
Where do you live? If you aren't too far away from me, I'll help out as much as I can. I love Antaresia species and have never seen a pygmy python in the flesh!

[jhiggy69]

san francisco bay area

[Will0W783]

Ah, darn you're on the other side of the continent from me. I will still help any way I can. You're welcome to PM me for more information and I will put out my feelers for information from other keepers in my area.

[shaunyboy]

Ah, darn you're on the other side of the continent from me. I will still help any way I can. You're welcome to PM me for more information and I will put out my feelers for information from other keepers in my area.

^^^^^
willow is like the google for snake keepers

you never cease to amaze with your endless knowledge and helpfull friendly nature kimberley

cheers shaun

[Will0W783]

Hahaha, thanks Shaun. There are plenty out there that know far far more than I do. I just happen to have a soft spot for some of the more obscure species, and I read...a lot. I personally kept Stimsons pythons for years, and had read a lot on all the Antaresia species. Pygmy pythons are very rare and usually cost quite a bit of $$$$$...so I really hope to see pictures of this one!
I'll start the chant- Pictures, Pictures, PICTURES!!! lol

[TeaNinja]

I WAS JUST GIVEN A "PYGMY PYTHON" I DONT KNOW THE FIRST THING ABOUT THEM EXCEPT THEY R SMALL help!!!!!!!!!

DID YOU SELL SOMEONE A 4x2x2 WOODEN VIV FOR THEIR DUMERILS BOA??? IF SO, IT WAS ME!!! lol
i could have SWORN the persons email was Jhiggy69!!!!!

san francisco bay area


OMG, it must be you! lol

do you have anymore wooden vivs!!?? lol xD
i got another dumerils now that will eventually need another 4 footer :p

also, hows your hand doing? i remember you were rehabilitating it after losing a finger or something right?

http://i1006.photobucket.com/albums/af184/teaninja/newviv001.jpg
http://i1006.photobucket.com/albums/af184/teaninja/newviv001-1.jpg

[TeaNinja]

im kind of stunned lol. a worldwide forum and you live 30 minutes from me :)
small world.

[jhiggy69]

that looks fameilyer

[jhiggy69]

hahahahaha

[red ink]

2-3 foot enclosure is plenty of room. Basking spot of 35C.. Substrate, aquarium gravel would be more suitable. 1 or 2 "slate ackie" stacks close to the basking spot and plenty of hides...

[jhiggy69]

hey tea ninja.....i've got all kinds of enclosures (im never happy with what i have so im always building new ones) you can email me & ill tell u what i have