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Morelia spilota
Medium-sized python from Australia. Beautiful patterns and manageable size. Color varies greatly among subspecies.
Morelia spilota, commonly known as the carpet python, is a large snake of the family Pythonidae found in Australia, New Guinea, Bismarck Archipelago, and the northern Solomon Islands. Many subspecies are recognised; ITIS lists six, the Reptile Database six, and the IUCN eight.
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The Carpet Python lives 15-25 years.
The Carpet Python grows to 150-250cm.
The ideal temperature for the Carpet Python is 26〜32℃. Ideal humidity is 50〜70%.
Origin
Australia, New Guinea, Bismarck Archipelago, and the northern Solomon Islands
Lifespan
15-25 years
Size
150-250cm
Temperature
26〜32℃
Humidity
50〜70%
Inheritance patterns of Carpet Python (Morelia spilota). Albino, Granite, and Xanthic are recessive; Caramel, Hypo, Jaguar, and Zebra are codominant (incomplete dominance, with homozygotes showing super forms). Tiger is polygenic. Jaguar homozygotes (Super Jaguar) are considered lethal, and heterozygotes may show neurological symptoms (wobble). Jungle, Coastal, and Diamond are subspecific or locality names, not morphs.
Sources: StarPythons - Carpet Python Morphs Guide / The Herpetoculture Network - Tiger Carpet Python genetics
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Accepted name: Morelia spilota (Lacépède, 1804)
Synonyms: Coluber spilotus Lacépède, 1804, Morelia argus Duméril & Bibron, 1844, Morelia argus fasciolata Jan, 1864, Morelia cheynei Wells & Wellington, 1984, Morelia harrisoni Hoser, 2000, Morelia mcdowelli Wells & Wellington, 1984
Authority databases: GBIF · Reptile Database
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Sources: CITES Checklist (Pythonidae spp. Appendix II) / IUCN Red List
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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Frozen mice/rats
26-32°C (basking 35°C)
Keep humidity around 50-70%. Set a gradient from a 35°C basking spot to a 26°C cool side and always provide a water bowl to prevent drying out.
Adults need an enclosure at least 90-120cm wide. It is strongly arboreal too, so install climbing branches and provide both floor space and height.
Adults are typically fed a thawed frozen mouse or rat once every 2-3 weeks. Choose prey sized to the snake's girth.
Nervous as juvenile, calms with age
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The ideal temperature for Carpet Python is 26〜32℃. Recommended humidity is 50〜70%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Carpet Python is 15-25 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Carpet Python typically reaches 150-250cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Carpet Python feeds on: Frozen mice/rats. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Carpet Python varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: June 24, 2026
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.