Male Woma — Aspidites ramsayi, the wheat-gold desert python famous for having no heat pits, a shovel head built for burrowing, and a temperament so placid that zoos use womas as education animals. One of the most underrated medium pythons in European keeping, and demand reliably outstrips captive-bred supply.
At a Glance
| Species | Aspidites ramsayi (woma python) |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 1.3–1.8 m |
| Lifespan | 20–30 years |
| Enclosure | 120×60×50 cm; floor space over height |
| Temps / humidity | Basking 33 °C, ambient mid-20s; dry (30–50 %) |
| Experience level | Beginner-intermediate |
Care Basics
Think desert floor: deep dry substrate to push through, a flat basking stone, hides at both ends, low humidity. The species’ one vice is appetite — womas eat every time you offer, so portion adults every two to three weeks and judge by body condition, never enthusiasm. Handling is typically effortless from the first session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why no heat pits?
Aspidites evolved hunting reptiles rather than mammals, so never needed them. Captive womas convert to defrosted rodents without any fuss.
Are womas really that calm?
It’s the species’ calling card — keen at food time, nearly incapable of holding a grudge otherwise.
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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