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    The Green Tree Python is an arboreal snake that can grow up to 7 feet long and live over 20 years. They require an enclosure with branches and plants to climb on, a temperature gradient of 85-75 degrees, and high humidity. While captive bred specimens can be docile, they are known for their long strike distance and are not recommended for beginners. Their diet consists of thawed rodents fed every 2 weeks for adults and 1-2 times per week for juveniles. Proper husbandry and veterinary care can support a healthy Green Tree Python with active behavior and regular shedding.

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    The Green Tree Python is an arboreal snake that can grow up to 7 feet long and live over 20 years. They require an enclosure with branches and plants to climb on, a temperature gradient of 85-75 degrees, and high humidity. While captive bred specimens can be docile, they are known for their long strike distance and are not recommended for beginners. Their diet consists of thawed rodents fed every 2 weeks for adults and 1-2 times per week for juveniles. Proper husbandry and veterinary care can support a healthy Green Tree Python with active behavior and regular shedding.

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    The Green Tree Python is an arboreal snake that can grow up to 7 feet long and live over 20 years. They require an enclosure with branches and plants to climb on, a temperature gradient of 85-75 degrees, and high humidity. While captive bred specimens can be docile, they are known for their long strike distance and are not recommended for beginners. Their diet consists of thawed rodents fed every 2 weeks for adults and 1-2 times per week for juveniles. Proper husbandry and veterinary care can support a healthy Green Tree Python with active behavior and regular shedding.

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    The Green Tree Python is an arboreal snake that can grow up to 7 feet long and live over 20 years. They require an enclosure with branches and plants to climb on, a temperature gradient of 85-75 degrees, and high humidity. While captive bred specimens can be docile, they are known for their long strike distance and are not recommended for beginners. Their diet consists of thawed rodents fed every 2 weeks for adults and 1-2 times per week for juveniles. Proper husbandry and veterinary care can support a healthy Green Tree Python with active behavior and regular shedding.

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    Green Tree Python

    Morelia viridis
    The Green Tree Python is one of the most beautiful pythons and despite its name can be found in other colors including yellow and blue. It is a true arboreal snake where almost all of its activities will take place off the ground. Wild caught specimens tend to be aggressive but captive bred specimens can be quite docile unless provoked. These pythons are not recommended for beginner keepers.
    Average Size 5 - 7 ft in length Life Span 20 + years with proper care.

    Diet Feeding

    Thawed, appropriate sized frozen rodents, warmed to room temperature. Feed most adult snakes every two weeks, or as needed; juveniles once or twice a week. Feed in a separate tanks so that your snake does not associate your hand or the habitat being opened with feeding. Use caution while feeding Green Tree Pythons as they have an incredible striking distance. If feeding your snake live rodents, do not leave them unattended. Live rodents can injure the snake, sometimes fatally.

    Housing

    Size Appropriate size and shape habitat to accommodate normal behaviors and exercise. Substrate Aspen shavings, mulch-type commercial material; unbleached paper towels, soil, dampened sphagnum moss, and bark. Habitat Enclosure should be fitted with branches, a water bowl, some fake plants (like Ivy for a bit of privacy) and a couple of hides. Temperature Temperature should be maintained at 85 F during the day and 75 F at night; recommend radiant heat; use an incandescent light or ceramic heat emitter as primary heat source; high humidity is required, monitor the animal for humidity related health issues. Lighting Snakes need a photo period light cycle; provide 8-12 hours of light daily; do not leave white light on at all times; to view snakes at night, use a black or infrared light. Water Provide a water bowl of chlorine-free water large enough for the snake to soak in. DO NOT house different species of reptiles together.

    Recommended Supplies

    Habitat with secure lid or door. Appropriate substrate. Water dish. Sturdy branch or shelf for climbing. Hiding or retreat area.

    Hiding or retreat area. Incandescent bulb or ceramic heat emitter. Thermometer and humidity gauge. Infrared or black light. Lighting timer.

    Habitat Maintenance

    Clean out water dish and replace water dish daily; remove any feces daily, or food if not eaten. Thoroughly clean the tank at least once a week: set snake aside in a secure habitat; scrub the tank and furnishings with a reptile habitat cleaner or 3% bleach solution; rinse thoroughly with water, removing all smell if bleach if used; dry the tank and furnishings; add clean substrate.

    Green Tree Python


    Morelia viridis
    Normal Behavior & Interaction As snake gets ready to shed, eyes will turn milky blue over the course of a few days and body color will start to dull and develop a whitish sheen. Will coil around branches most of time; should display an alert demeanor when disturbed. Will search habitat when hungry. Use caution with Green Tree Pythons as they have an incredible strike distance.

    Grooming & Hygiene

    Snakes will regularly shed their skin; if old pieces of skin remain after shedding, mist the snake and gently rub off the old skin. This may be difficult with Green Tree Pythons as they are extremely difficult to remove from their branch and may bite. Ensure humidity is correct and mist often to decrease chances of an irregular shed. Always wash your hands before and after handling your snake or habitat contents to help prevent Salmonella and other diseases.

    Signs of a Healthy Animal

    Active & alert. Clear eyes. Healthy skin.

    Symptoms or Causes

    Eats regularly. Regularly shedding of skin. Shed skin in one complete piece.

    Common Health Issues

    Health Issue Dermatitis

    Suggested Action Clean the habitat and lower humidity. Consult your exotic animal veterinarian.

    Blisters; rapid shedding cause by an unclean habitat or one that is too cold or damp.

    Respiratory Disease, such as colds

    Labored breathing. Mucus in mouth or nostrils. Can be caused by a habitat that is too cold or damp.

    Keep snake warm and dry. Consult your exotic animal veterinarian.

    Stomatitis

    White, cheesy substance in the mouth; loss of teeth and appetite.

    If left untreated, can be fatal. Consult your exotic animal veterinarian. Consult your exotic animal veterinarian.

    Ticks & Mites

    Parasites on skin, can transmit diseases.

    Red Flags

    Unusually frequent or infrequent shedding. Lethargic or reluctant to eat; weight loss. Abnormal feces. Difficulty shedding

    Vomiting. Bumps or spots on skin. Labored breathing White, cheesy substance in mouth.

    If you notice any of these signs, please contact your exotic animal veterinarian. Note: The information on our care sheets was collected from various sources as well as our own experiences. These care sheets are a guideline only, not a substitute for veterinary care and should not be used as such. If you need additional information, we highly recommend doing your own research. There are also multiple reptile forums online. For any potential health issues, please contact your exotic animal veterinarian.

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