How long do Woma Pythons live?
Woma pythons live 15-20 years and reach 4.5-6.5 feet (140-200 cm), typically 1-3 kg as adults.
What do Woma Pythons eat?
They eat frozen-thawed mice and rats sized to the snake: fuzzies for juveniles, adult rats for large snakes. Feed juveniles every 7-10 days and adults every 10-14 days. Never feed live prey; no insects or plants. Womas are enthusiastic feeders and prone to overfeeding, so keep prey appropriately sized.
Woma Python enclosure setup
An adult needs a 40-75 gallon terrarium with a sand/aspen substrate for burrowing and a secure, lockable lid. Provide a warm side of 90-95°F (32-35°C), a cool side of 80-85°F (27-29°C), and a night drop to 75°F (24°C). Humidity 40-50% with a water bowl and humid hide for sheds. UVB is optional. They are strong, active escape artists.
Common mistakes with Woma Pythons
Common errors: humidity too high for a desert species (scale rot), live feeding, cohabiting (cannibalism), and a lid that is not escape-proof (womas are expert escapees).
Beginner mistakes to avoid
- Too high humidity — desert species get scale rot.
- Live feeding — injury risk.
- Cohabiting — womas will eat cage mates.
- Loose lid — they are notorious escape artists.