{"product_id":"sumatran-short-tailed-python-pumpkinhead-t-albino","title":"Sumatran Short-tailed Python (Pumpkin Head T+ Albino)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSumatran Short-tailed Python (Pumpkin Head T+ Albino)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePython curtus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sumatran Short-tailed Python, Black Blood Python\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically reach \u003cstrong\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\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eT+ Albino trait\u003c\/strong\u003e leads to a less dark snake, redolent with \u003cstrong\u003ewarm browns and creams\u003c\/strong\u003e, as the expression of melanin has been reduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Head trait\u003c\/strong\u003e is a selectively bred line noted for its \u003cstrong\u003ebrighter orange or rust-coloured head scales\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\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\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to \u003cstrong\u003eSumatra, Indonesia\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally found in \u003cstrong\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\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\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\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide an enclosure of \u003cstrong\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\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasking zone: \u003cstrong\u003e86–88°F (30–31°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooler side: \u003cstrong\u003e78–80°F (25–27°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity: \u003cstrong\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\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\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\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captive-bred Pumpkin Head Short-tails are typically \u003cstrong\u003ehardy and reliable feeders\u003c\/strong\u003e. Young snakes may be defensive but most mature into \u003cstrong\u003ecalm, steady captives\u003c\/strong\u003e when handled properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrive in \u003cstrong\u003enaturalistic, humidity-retentive setups\u003c\/strong\u003e with enrichment to reduce stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenetics Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Head\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003eline-bred trait\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a simple dominant or recessive mutation. It emphasizes \u003cstrong\u003ebrighter orange\/red head colouration\u003c\/strong\u003e within \u003cem\u003ePython curtus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis individual also carries the\u003cstrong\u003e T+ Albino gene\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning it has \u003cstrong\u003etwo copies of the recessive T+ Albino trait\u003c\/strong\u003e. When paired with another T+ Albino or Het T+, it can produce \u003cstrong\u003eT+ Albino offspring\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Head trait\u003c\/strong\u003e can combine with T+ Albino, enhancing the brightness and contrast of albino individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSumatran Short-tailed Python (Pumpkin Head T+ Albino)\u003c\/strong\u003e is both a \u003cstrong\u003estriking animal in its own right\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003evaluable addition to breeding projects\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining the line-bred Pumpkin Head look with the potential to produce T+ Albinos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tails and Scales","offers":[{"title":"Male","offer_id":49822327308503,"sku":"CITES","price":550.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Female","offer_id":49822327341271,"sku":"CITES","price":550.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/tailsandscales.ca\/products\/sumatran-short-tailed-python-pumpkinhead-t-albino","provider":"Tails and Scales ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}