Meet the Super Giants! The Reticulated Python Are Beautiful Giants Know For Their Masssive Size!

Reticulated pythons are a popular species of snake known for their impressive size and unique color patterns. However, despite their popularity as exotic pets, it is important to understand that reticulated pythons can grow to be quite large and may not be the best choice for a pet snake. We often have them in at Painted Reptile, but we tend to screen buyers to make sure the animal is going to a home and owner that is prepared for the giant job that is a pet reticulated python. 

The reticulated python, also known as the Python reticulatus, is native to Southeast Asia and can grow to be over 30 feet in length. They are known for their distinctive pattern of diamond-shaped markings on their skin, which can vary in color from yellow to dark brown. Some of the more popular morphs, or genetically-altered color variations, include the “albino” and “tiger” morphs.

While reticulated pythons can make fascinating and impressive pets, it is important to remember that they can grow to be quite large and will require a significant amount of space and resources to properly care for. They also have a strong feeding response and can become dangerous if not handled properly. It’s important to consult with a professional before deciding to take on a python as a pet.

In terms of natural history, reticulated pythons are known to be excellent swimmers and are often found near water in their native range. They are also known to be opportunistic hunters, preying on a wide variety of animals such as birds, mammals, and even other reptiles.

In conclusion, while reticulated pythons can make interesting and unique pets, they are not suitable for most people due to their size and care requirements. It’s important to thoroughly research the species and consult with a professional before making the decision to bring one into your home.

Many people are always interested in the morphs an descriptions of the different retic morphs, so we have gone ahead and listed some below.  Don’t forget to stop in the store to get valuable info in person. 

1. Albino – a genetic mutation that results in a lack of pigmentation, giving the snake a yellow or white color with red eyes.
2. Tiger – a morph that features dark, vertical stripes on a lighter background color.
3. Super Tiger – a morph that features darker and more distinct stripes than the standard Tiger morph.
4. Lavender Albino – a morph that combines the Albino mutation with a lavender coloration.
5. Caramel Albino – a morph that combines the Albino mutation with a caramel coloration.
6. Platinum – a morph that is a light silver or platinum color.
7. Sunfire – a morph that features a bright orange or yellow coloration with black stripes.
8. Ghost – a morph that features a pale coloration with dark stripes.
9. Genetic Stripe – a morph that features a dark stripe down the middle of the snake’s back.
10. Butter – a morph that features a yellow or light orange coloration.
11. Jungle – a morph that features a green coloration with black stripes.
12. Blue Eye Leucistic – a morph that features a white or light coloration with blue eyes.
13. Super Phantom – a morph that features a pale coloration with dark stripes and a dark head.
14. Super Blue Eye Leucistic – a morph that is similar to the Blue Eye Leucistic but with more intense blue eyes.
15. Black and White – a morph that features a black and white coloration.
16. Genetic Stripe Tiger – a morph that features dark stripes on a light background and a dark stripe down the middle of the snake’s back.
17. Genetic Snow – a morph that is a very pale coloration, almost white.
18. Orange Dream – a morph that features a bright orange coloration.
19. Black Pastel – a morph that features a pale coloration with dark stripes and a dark head.
20. Super Black Pastel – a morph that is similar to the Black Pastel but with more intense dark pigmentation.
21. Yellowhead – a morph that features a yellow or orange head.
22. Orange Ghost – a morph that features a pale orange coloration with dark stripes.
23. Coral Glow – a morph that features a coral coloration.
24. Genetic Eclipse – a morph that features a dark coloration with lighter edges.
25. Super Genetic Stripe – a morph that features a dark stripe down the middle of the snake’s back and dark stripes on a light background.