These are my hubbys favorites but he hates that they loose there bright orange color: I found these care shett for you, Shanell.
Bismark Python
Bothrochilus Boa
Formerly classified as Liasis boa
Common Names: Ringed Python
Overview:
This is a medium size python reaching a maximum length of about six feet, but rarely reach 6 feet. They have fairly slender bodies and small heads for a python this size.
The pattern can be quite variable ranging from alternating bands of black and orange to an almost complete lack of black markings or they can have striped appearance. Juveniles are more attractively colored than the adults as the bright orange coloring fades with age
Distribution:
Northeastern Papua-New Guineathe the Bismarck Islands.
Habitat:
These pythons are very easy to maintain, they are terrestrial in habit so they dont need much vertical space. We keep ours on about 2" of Cypress mulch, into which they like to borrow. We also supply them with a stone hide box placed over a spot of moist sphagnum moss. They are a thin skinned species like reticulated and white lipped pythons and have trouble shedding if conditions are to dry.
Temperatures:
Daytime ambient about 78 deg.f, with a hot or basking spot of 86 deg.f. The humidity should be around 75%.
Feeding:
Bismarck's are mainly terrestrial, this species feeds mostly at night. Small mammals, such as mice, should be fed once every week or two, depending on the snakes preference.
AND THIS ONE AS WELL
Common Name: Python - Ringed
Other Common Names: Bismarck Ringed Python
Scientific Name: Liasis boa (Full Taxonomy)
Group: Python
Origin or Range: New Guinea
Relative Size: Average
(as compared to other snakes)
Average Lifespan: ??? year(s)
Compatibility: Relatively Aggressive
(as compared to other snakes)
Category: Reptiles » Snakes
Animal Description:
The Ringed Python is a moderately sized Python, usually found in New Guinea. They are quite beautiful!
The terrestrial Ringed Python is a nocturnal animal that can usually be found in grassy and forested regions. They feed primarily on small animals such as lizards and small mammals. Many Ringed Pythons are quite aggressive with a very active feeding response. They should only be kept by experienced snake-keepers. Ringed Pythons require a great deal of handling to become docile and they will often bite in self-defense.
Rarely exceeding six feet in length, the Ringed Python is a moderately sized creature. They generally average between four and five feet. The pattern on the Ringed Python's body varies greatly within the species. The hatchling Ringed Python are amazing in coloration. They are generally very bright, almost fluorescent orange with black bands. The background color fades to brown or orange-brown as the animals matures.
The Ringed Python can be found in northeastern Papua-New Guinea and the Bismarck Archipelago. Once considered only a snake for the wealthy Python aficionado, Ringed Pythons are gradually becoming more readily available and more affordable to the budget-minded snake-lover. They are easy to breed in captivity, although because of their aggressive natures, they should not be kept by beginners.
Specific Care Information: Relative Care Ease: Average
The Ringed Python requires a large enclosure. They should be provided with a tall area with plenty of branches for climbing. Because they will climb and are very adept at escaping, the enclosure should be escape-proof. The humidity within the enclosure should remain around 80% at all times, although it is very important that the enclosure is not wet. The ambient temperature within the enclosure should be about 80 degrees Fahrenheit with a warmer basking area in the high 80s.
Juvenile Ringed Pythons often require small lizards.
Breeding and Propagation: Relative Breeding Ease: Average
The female Ringed Python can be bred when she reaches about four feet in length. To get the snakes ready to breed, the temperature should be decreased to the high 60s at night. After about a month, the male and female snakes should be placed together. Several weeks after introduction, the temperature should be increased back to normal. About sixty days after breeding, the female will lay a clutch of between five and ten eggs. Larger females may have even more eggs in their clutch. They usually hatch after between 56 and 65 days of incubation at around 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
