TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • The “Regal” Reticulated Python 1
  • Chapter One: Reticulated Who? 5
  • The Name Change and History 6
  • Size, Life Span, and Physical Appearance 7
  • Quick Facts 9
  • Chapter Two: Reticulated Python as a Family Member 13
  • Why Own a Reticulated Python? 14
  • Is A Reticulated Python A Good Choice of Pet? 16
  • Money Matters! 17
  • Budget Breakdown 18
  • Housing Requirements 21
  • Heat Sources 22
  • Humidity 23
  • Food Requirements 23
  • Chapter Three: Housing Requirements for Reticulated Pythons 25
  • Housing Requirements 26
  • Choosing the Correct Substrate 35
  • How Often Do I Need To Clean My Reticulated Python’s Cage? 40
  • Cleaning Your Snake’s Cage 41
  • What To Do When There Are Parasites? 42
  • Disinfecting the Cages 45
  • Where to Begin? Cleaning The Cage Accessories 46
  • What Do I Clean It With? 46
  • The Proper Disinfectant 48
  • Cleaning the Cage Quickly 50
  • Cleaning Tips 53
  • Chapter Four: Diet and Nutrition for Your Reticulated Python 57
  • Proper Eating Habits 58
  • A Separate Feeding Enclosure? 59
  • Feeding Amount and Frequency 60
  • The Correct Size of Food 61
  • What Should I Give To My Reticulated Python? 61
  • Pre – killed vs. Live Prey 61
  • How to Feed Pre – Killed Prey 64
  • General Feeding Guidelines: 68
  • Chapter Five: Starting a Family 71
  • The Basics of Breeding 72
  • Sexual Maturity 73
  • Mimicking the Environment 73
  • Male Interaction 75
  • The Ovulation Process 77
  • Chapter Six: Health Care for Reticulated Pythons 85
  • Common Health Conditions 86
  • Stress for your Reticulated Python 100
  • Chapter Seven: Handling Your Reticulated Pythons (Optional) 103
  • Can I Handle My Reticulated Python? 104
  • Conclusion 106
  • Glossary of Snake Terms 107
  • Photo Credits 115
  • References 116

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