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Carpet Python

Complete care sheet and morph genetics registry for the carpet python — husbandry parameters, diet, breeding and pairing calculator.

morelia spilotapython tapiscarpetcoastal carpet pythonjungle carpet python
Adult size
1.8–3 m
Lifespan
20–30 yrs
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperament
Nocturnal
Activity
Nocturnal
Reproduction
Oviparous
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Husbandry requirements

Carpet python — origin: Australia and New Guinea (depending on subspecies).

Terrarium temperature gradient

Night min22 °C
Cool side24–26 °C
Warm side29–31 °C
Basking spot32–34 °C
Enclosure (adult)
180 × 60 × 120 cm

Tall, arboreal terrarium

Sturdy branches at different heights

Humidity
50–60 %

Raise to ~70 % during shedding

Substrate
CypressCoco fiberAspen
UVB
Optional

Optional; low UVB beneficial

Water source
Always available

Water bowl available at all times

Origin
Pythonidae

Australia and New Guinea (depending on subspecies)

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Feeding & health

Diet

Carnivore — rodents — Appropriately sized rats

Strong feeding response — feed with caution (hook)

Breeding
Oviparous

Clutch 10–25 eggs/young. Maternal incubation

Health watch points
  • Respiratory infections
  • Incomplete shedding
  • Obesity
  • Mites
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Morphs & genetics

Registry of 9 documented genes and 22 named combos for Carpet python.

  • Jaguar jagInc.d
  • Zebra jungle zebraInc.d
  • Tiger coastal tigerInc.d
  • Granite (IJ) ij graniteRec
  • Albino (Darwin Line) darwin albinoRec
  • Axanthic (MJ/VPI Line) axanthicRec
  • Caramel caramel hypoInc.d
  • Hypomelanistic (Coastal) hypoInc.d
  • Red (Polygenic/Line) redInc.d
Named combos — 22 documented combined morphs
SunglowSunglow JaguarSnowSnow JaguarSnow ZebraGhostGhost JaguarMoonglowZebra JagTiger JagCaramel JagGranite JaguarGranite ZebraAlbino GraniteAxanthic Granite (Urban Camo approx.)Albino TigerAxanthic TigerRed Albino (Fire)Red JaguarCaramel ZebraCaramel AlbinoHypo Zebra
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Pairing calculator

Pick each parent's genotype — clutch probabilities update live. Free, no sign-up.

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Carpet python × Carpet python

Probabilities per gene (independent loci).

GeneParent AParent B
Expected clutchSelect at least one gene on a parent.
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Frequently asked questions

Answers to the most common questions about keeping the carpet python.

How big does an adult Carpet python get?▾
An adult Carpet python typically measures 1.8–3 m (depending on the subspecies (jubatus smaller, cheynei/mcdowelli larger)).
What temperature and humidity does a Carpet python need?▾
A gradient of roughly 24–26 °C on the cool side to 29–31 °C on the warm side, with a basking spot of 32–34 °C. Humidity 50–60 %.
What does a Carpet python eat?▾
Carnivore — rodents: Appropriately sized rats.
Is the Carpet python a good reptile for beginners?▾
Intermediate level. Variable: juveniles sometimes bitey, adults generally calm Plan ahead: a lifespan of 20–30 yrs.

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