{"product_id":"false-water-cobra-hydrodynastes-gigas","title":"False Water Cobra | Hydrodynastes gigas","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"newlands-animal-care-guide\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFalse Water Cobra | Hydrodynastes gigas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan the habitat for the adult animal, with secure housing and room to carry out its natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; natural habitat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth America; wetlands and vegetation near water.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdult size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAround 180–250 cm, with females often larger.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAround 15–20 years.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividuals vary; allow time to settle before any handling.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eActivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften day-active.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSocial needs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHouse individually.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHousing \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnclosure dimensions are length × depth × height unless stated otherwise. Plan for the adult animal; larger, suitably furnished housing is encouraged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdult housing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurpose-built adult enclosure at least as long as the snake; plan around 240 × 90 × 90 cm with a substantial bathing basin.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEnclosure type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrong, secure terrestrial enclosure with a substantial water area.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm area around 29–31°C; cool end around 24–26°C.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLighting \u0026amp; UVB\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvide a regular day\/night cycle with darkness at night. Select species-appropriate UVB, with shaded retreats and safe lamp distances.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity \/ moisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAround 60–80%, with ventilation and dry resting surfaces.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecies-appropriate, pesticide-free substrate; avoid aromatic woods.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFurnishings \u0026amp; filtration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecure hides and furnishings; drinking water must remain accessible.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHouse individually. A fast, powerful rear-fanged venomous snake: do not treat it like a harmless pet snake. Maintenance and handling require suitable tools and experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA varied appropriately sized whole-prey diet established with our reptile team; suitable rodents and other accepted whole prey may be used. Confirm the individual’s food and schedule. Avoid feeder fish of unknown health, plain meat as a staple and overfeeding. Clean the large bathing basin whenever soiled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoutine Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck temperatures, humidity, appetite and behaviour daily. Replace drinking water and remove waste promptly. Clean bowls and contaminated furnishings regularly; monitor weight and shedding. Arrange advice from an exotics vet for persistent changes in appetite, breathing or movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Before Buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor experienced keepers with a secure adult setup and a safe maintenance plan. Confirm the feeding history and discuss bite risk with our reptile team before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLive Animals Are Click \u0026amp; Collect Only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe do not ship live animals. Order online and wait for confirmation that your animal is ready before collecting from Newlands Home and Garden Centre, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. Have the enclosure prepared and its conditions checked before collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Newlands Garden Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52615706771783,"sku":"1136810","price":419.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/FalseWaterCobra.webp?v=1761305230","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/products\/false-water-cobra-hydrodynastes-gigas","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}