Macklot's Python Care Sheet
AdvancedComplete care guide for Macklot's Python. Follow these guidelines to provide optimal husbandry and health for your pet.
Overview
Rare Indonesian pythons with blotched coloration. Challenging and specialized care. Advanced keepers.
Enclosure
40-gallon breeder tank minimum. Vertical space helpful. Sturdy branches for coiling.
Temperature
Warm side: 85-90°F. Cool side: 75-80°F. Thermal gradient. Maintain consistency.
Humidity
Moderate to high (65-75%). Humidity box with moist substrate. Good ventilation.
Lighting
Nocturnal. UVB beneficial. 12:12 light/dark cycle. Avoid direct intense heat.
Diet
Small mice, rats, occasional frozen. Can be picky eaters. Feed every 7-10 days.
Handling
Defensive and unpredictable. Rarely handled. Best observed. Respect distance.
Health
Humidity-sensitive. Respiratory issues possible. Feeding refusal common. Live 15+ years.
Shipping Note
Rare species requiring careful handling. Temperature/humidity-critical shipping.