The coastal is the big, bold classic of the carpet python complex — the largest subspecies, with dramatic gold-on-charcoal banding and a feeding response that never quits. At this price point it’s one of the best value large pythons in our collection: an impressive, hardy, long-lived snake for a keeper ready to step up from the beginner species.
Captive-bred in Europe, established on defrosted rodents, with a written feeding record supplied.
At a Glance
| Species | Morelia spilota mcdowelli (coastal carpet python) |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 2.2–3.0 m — the largest carpet subspecies |
| Lifespan | 20–30 years |
| Enclosure | 150×60×60 cm+ for adults, strongly built |
| Temperature | Basking 32–33 °C; ambient 24–27 °C |
| Humidity | 50–60 % |
| Diet | Defrosted rodents, stepping to large rats as adults |
| Experience level | Intermediate |
Coastal Carpet Care Basics
Plan for the adult from day one: a robust 150 cm enclosure with reinforced branches, because a 2.5 m coastal still climbs. Hook-train every session — coastals are intensely food-motivated, and a snake that learns “hook means handling” is a pleasure for decades. Feed weekly as a juvenile, every 2–3 weeks as an adult, and resist overfeeding; a lean coastal is a healthy coastal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much bigger than other carpets do coastals get?
Typically half a metre to a metre longer, with noticeably more body mass. It’s a genuinely large python without being a giant-constrictor commitment.
Are they aggressive?
They’re feed-eager, which beginners sometimes misread. With hook-training and confident handling, adult coastals are as steady as any large python.
What age/size is this snake now?
We list current weight, length and feeding record for the exact animal — ask and we’ll send today’s photos before you buy.
Why Buy From EU Exotic Reptile Hub
- Captive-bred in Europe — no wild-caught animals, ever
- Live-arrival guarantee and health guarantee on every animal
- Verified feeding — we ship only established feeders, with a feeding record
- Lifetime care support from our keepers, one message away
Shipping Across the EU
We ship EU-wide with specialist live-animal couriers in insulated, heat- or cool-packed boxes, dispatched only when the weather forecast along the whole route is safe. You receive tracking on dispatch day and your animal typically arrives within 24 hours. See our shipping policy and FAQ for full details.
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