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Woma python
A gentle python from Australia. Beautiful banded pattern and calm temperament make it popular.
The woma python, also known commonly as Ramsay's python, the sand python, and simply the woma, is a species of snake in the family Pythonidae, endemic to Australia. Once common throughout Western Australia, it has become critically endangered in some regions.
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Origin
Australia
Lifespan
15-20 years
Size
100-150cm
Temperature
25〜32℃
Humidity
40〜70%
Mice, Rats
90cm+ enclosure with hides
Hot spot 32°C, cool side 25°C
Voracious appetite, feeding is easy
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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: Woma python (Macleay, 1882)
Synonyms: Aspidiotes ramsayi Macleay, 1882, Aspidites collaris Longman, 1913, Aspidites melanocephalus ramsayi
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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Australian origin, only CB available
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The ideal temperature for Woma Python is 25〜32℃. Recommended humidity is 40〜70%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Woma Python is 15-20 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Woma Python typically reaches 100-150cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Woma Python feeds on: Mice, Rats. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Woma Python varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: June 23, 2026