Reptile · Python
Savu python care guide
Liasis mackloti savuensis
The savu python is a intermediate-level python from Savu Island, Indonesia. Adults reach 100–150 cm and live 20–25 years in captivity. Hatchlings are brown and turn dark with white eyes as adults. Solitary.
- Enclosure 120 × 60 × 60 cm
- Temp Warm 30–32°C, cool 24°C
- Humidity 50–70%
How much does a savu python cost in Canada?
Savu python quick facts
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Adult size
- 100–150 cm
- Lifespan
- 20–25 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- Savu Island, Indonesia
- Minimum enclosure
- 120 × 60 × 60 cm (47 × 24 × 24 in, ≈ 114 US gal)
- Housing
- Best kept alone.
- Temperature
- Warm 30–32°C, cool 24°C
- Humidity
- 50–70%
- UVB
- Recommended
- Diet
- Carnivore – frozen/thawed mice and rats
- Bioactive style
- Humid terrestrial
Savu python enclosure & bioactive setup
Give one adult at least 120 × 60 × 60 cm (47 × 24 × 24 inches). Best kept alone. This species suits a humid terrestrial bioactive build.
- Leaf litter2 cm
- Jurassic ABG Terrarium Mix12 cm
- Drainage – clay bio balls3 cm
Deep, moist soil is what holds humidity in this build – much better than thin bedding, especially through Canadian winters.
Temperature: Warm 30–32°C, cool 24°C. Humidity: 50–70%. UVB: Recommended.
What does a savu python eat?
Carnivore – frozen/thawed mice and rats. Feed one appropriately sized thawed rodent every 10–14 days.
Handling, temperament & health
Juveniles can be nippy; adults usually calm.
Health watch: Watch for respiratory infections and feeding refusal.
Cleaning & maintenance schedule
Daily
- Check warm and cool side temperatures and humidity.
- Refresh the water bowl.
Weekly
- Mist or pour water into the substrate to keep the lower layers moist.
- Spot-clean large waste promptly.
Monthly
- Top up leaf litter.
- Stir and fluff compacted topsoil around hides.
- Check heat sources and thermostat calibration.
Yearly
- Partially refresh soil in high-traffic areas.
- Replace UVB bulbs (if used).
Recommended for a savu python bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (120 × 60 × 60 cm).
Clay Bio Balls
Drainage layer, 3 cm
Jurassic ABG Terrarium Mix
Bioactive soil layer, 12 cm
Cypress Substrate
Optional top layer (cypress)
Red Oak Leaves 15/Pack
Leaf litter – food and cover for the clean-up crew
Fresh Sphagnum Moss Container
Moss for humidity pockets and planting
Cork Bark Tubes
Secure hides at both ends of the gradient
Malaysian Drift Wood
Sturdy enrichment for heavy-bodied animals
Savu python FAQ
Is the savu python good for beginners?
The savu python is best for keepers with some experience (intermediate). Juveniles can be nippy; adults usually calm.
What size enclosure does a savu python need?
At least 120 × 60 × 60 cm (about 47 × 24 × 24 inches, roughly 114 US gallons) for one adult. Best kept alone.
How much does a savu python cost in Canada?
Typically $500–1200 CAD to buy, about $990–1730 CAD for a complete bioactive enclosure, and $250–400 CAD a year to keep.
What temperature and humidity does a savu python need?
Temperature: Warm 30–32°C, cool 24°C. Humidity: 50–70%.
What does a savu python eat?
Carnivore – frozen/thawed mice and rats. Feed one appropriately sized thawed rodent every 10–14 days.
Similar species
This care sheet is general guidance from One Bioactive, not veterinary advice. Needs vary with age, locality and individual animals – confirm with your breeder and an exotics vet. Prices are typical Canadian ranges in CAD and change over time.