Reptile · Python
Stimson's python care guide
Antaresia stimsoni
The stimson's python is a beginner-level python from Central and W Australia. Adults reach 75–100 cm and live 20–30 years in captivity. A small python ideal for keepers with limited space. Solitary.
- Enclosure 90 × 45 × 45 cm
- Temp Warm 30–32°C, cool 24°C
- Humidity 30–50%
How much does a stimson's python cost in Canada?
Stimson's python quick facts
- Skill level
- Beginner
- Adult size
- 75–100 cm
- Lifespan
- 20–30 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- Central and W Australia
- Minimum enclosure
- 90 × 45 × 45 cm (35 × 18 × 18 in, ≈ 48 US gal)
- Housing
- Best kept alone.
- Temperature
- Warm 30–32°C, cool 24°C
- Humidity
- 30–50%
- UVB
- Recommended
- Diet
- Carnivore – frozen/thawed mice
- Bioactive style
- Semi-arid
Stimson's python enclosure & bioactive setup
Give one adult at least 90 × 45 × 45 cm (35 × 18 × 18 inches). Best kept alone. This species suits a semi-arid bioactive build.
- Leaf litter2 cm
- Jurassic ABG Semi-Arid Blend10 cm
No drainage layer – water deeply but rarely so the bottom stays slightly moist while the surface stays dry.
Temperature: Warm 30–32°C, cool 24°C. Humidity: 30–50%. UVB: Recommended.
What does a stimson's python eat?
Carnivore – frozen/thawed mice. Feed one appropriately sized thawed mouse every 10–14 days.
Handling, temperament & health
Active and curious; juveniles can be nippy.
Health watch: Watch for respiratory infections and mites.
Cleaning & maintenance schedule
Daily
- Check basking surface temperature with an infrared thermometer.
- Keep the humid hide damp; refresh water.
Weekly
- Spot-clean waste.
- Every 1–2 weeks, pour water down into the soil around plants and in the cool corner.
Monthly
- Check stones and wood are stable and can’t be tunnelled under.
- Add a few leaves to the cool corner for isopods.
Yearly
- Refresh the top layer in the basking area.
- Replace UVB bulbs on schedule.
Recommended for a stimson's python bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (90 × 45 × 45 cm).
Jurassic ABG Semi-Arid Blend
Bioactive soil layer, 10 cm
Canyon Sand
Optional: mix in for a firmer, sandier texture
Eastern Oak Leaves 10/Pack
Leaf litter – food and cover for the clean-up crew
Terrarium Moss 7L Bag
Humid hide moss
Cork Bark Half Rounds
A hide at each end – plus one humid hide filled with damp moss
Mopani Wood
Climbing and a raised basking spot
Carnelian Stone
Holds heat under the lamp – place directly on the enclosure floor
Stimson's python FAQ
Is the stimson's python good for beginners?
Yes – the stimson's python is a good choice for beginners. Active and curious; juveniles can be nippy.
What size enclosure does a stimson's python need?
At least 90 × 45 × 45 cm (about 35 × 18 × 18 inches, roughly 48 US gallons) for one adult. Best kept alone.
How much does a stimson's python cost in Canada?
Typically $300–600 CAD to buy, about $590–1090 CAD for a complete bioactive enclosure, and $150–300 CAD a year to keep.
What temperature and humidity does a stimson's python need?
Temperature: Warm 30–32°C, cool 24°C. Humidity: 30–50%.
What does a stimson's python eat?
Carnivore – frozen/thawed mice. Feed one appropriately sized thawed mouse 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.