{"product_id":"sumatran-short-tailed-python-pumpkin-head-het-t-male","title":"Sumatran Short Tailed Python (Pumpkin Head Het T+) Male","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"160\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"158\"\u003eSumatran Short-tailed Python (Pumpkin Head Het T+)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"247\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"176\"\u003ePython curtus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"179\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"196\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sumatran Short-tailed Python, Black Blood Python\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"252\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"280\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"278\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"429\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"429\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"292\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically reach \u003cstrong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"333\"\u003e4–6 feet (1.2–1.8 m)\u003c\/strong\u003e as adults, though some females may exceed 7 feet. Heavy-bodied with a powerful, stocky frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"447\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"568\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"568\"\u003eLike the wild-type form, these pythons are usually \u003cstrong data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"532\"\u003edark brown to jet black\u003c\/strong\u003e, often with faint golden banding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"729\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"729\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"599\"\u003ePumpkin Head trait\u003c\/strong\u003e is a selectively bred line noted for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"689\"\u003ebrighter orange or rust-coloured head scales\u003c\/strong\u003e, which contrast with the darker body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"844\"\u003eThe trait is most visible in juveniles and subadults, though many retain the warm head tones into adulthood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"900\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"900\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eSumatra, Indonesia\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"915\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally found in \u003cstrong data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eswamps, marshes, and humid lowland forests\u003c\/strong\u003e, where high humidity and dense ground cover dominate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambush predators feeding on mammals and birds, typically waiting concealed for prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1146\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide an enclosure of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e4 ft × 2 ft × 2 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e for most adults, with larger enclosures preferred for big females. Include secure hides, a large water basin, and deep substrate to support natural burrowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eBasking zone: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003e86–88°F (30–31°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eCooler side: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e78–80°F (25–27°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eHumidity: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003e65–75%\u003c\/strong\u003e, with temporary boosts to 80% during shedding. Good airflow is essential to prevent health issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juveniles start on appropriately sized rodents every 5–7 days. Adults do well on medium to large rats every 10–14 days, with feedings carefully managed to avoid obesity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captive-bred Pumpkin Head Short-tails are typically \u003cstrong data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003ehardy and reliable feeders\u003c\/strong\u003e. Young snakes may be defensive but most mature into \u003cstrong data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003ecalm, steady captives\u003c\/strong\u003e when handled properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrive in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003enaturalistic, humidity-retentive setups\u003c\/strong\u003e with enrichment to reduce stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2163\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003eGenetics Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003ePumpkin Head\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2236\"\u003eline-bred trait\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a simple dominant or recessive mutation. 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