Pinstripe Pied Ball Python | Python regius
Plan the habitat for the adult animal, with secure housing and room to carry out its natural behaviour.
At a Glance
| Origin & natural habitat |
West and Central Africa; grassland and woodland margins. |
| Adult size |
Typically 120–150 cm; females can be larger. |
| Lifespan |
20–30 years or more. |
| Temperament |
Individuals vary; allow time to settle before any handling. |
| Activity |
Mostly dusk and night-active. |
| Social needs |
House individually. |
Housing & Setup
Enclosure dimensions are length × depth × height unless stated otherwise. Plan for the adult animal; larger, suitably furnished housing is encouraged.
| Adult housing |
At least 120 × 60 × 60 cm, increasing the length to at least the snake’s full length as it grows. |
| Temperature |
Warm/basking area 30–32°C; cool end 24–26°C. |
| Lighting & UVB |
Provide a regular day/night cycle with darkness at night. Select species-appropriate UVB, with shaded retreats and safe lamp distances. |
| Humidity / moisture |
Provide moderate to high humidity and a damp hide during shedding, with dry resting surfaces and ventilation. |
| Substrate |
Species-appropriate, pesticide-free substrate; avoid aromatic woods. |
| Furnishings & filtration |
Snug hides at warm and cool ends, stable climbing branches and a large water bowl. |
Behaviour & Compatibility
House individually. Allow settling time and avoid handling for at least 48 hours after a meal. Monitor body condition rather than feeding every time food is accepted.
Feeding & Nutrition
Offer appropriately sized, fully thawed whole rodents. Growing juveniles generally eat more frequently than adults; adults commonly feed every 2–4 weeks, depending on size and body condition. Confirm the animal’s established prey size and schedule at collection. Routine calcium dusting is not required on a balanced whole-prey diet. Provide fresh drinking water.
Routine Care
Check 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.
Important Before Buying
Run and check the enclosure before collection. Adult housing requirements apply even when the animal is sold as a baby. Confirm the animal’s current food, age and supplement schedule with our reptile team.
Live Animals Are Click & Collect Only
We 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.
