Green anaconda care

First of all we should emphasize that adopting a green anaconda will be a huge responsibility only within reach (if the adopter is sensible), of experts who have previously adopted other minor snakes, so that they already have a solid idea of the minimum care that should be taken in a terrarium for reptiles.

One factor to consider is the sex of the anaconda, since females are much larger and heavier than males.Obviously males will be much more manageable than females, since they rarely exceed 3.5 meters, however, females can exceed more than 6 meters during their 30 years of captive life and exceed 200 kg of weight.

Therefore you must build and modify the terrarium of your green anaconda based on its growth.If you continue reading e This post from Animals and Pets Online, we will explain the basic conditions for the care of the green anaconda .

Terrarium size and needs

The size of the terrarium will be based on the measure of the green anaconda.It will not be the same to adopt a green anaconda calf in a specialized reptile shop, than to do it in a protective one where someone has got rid of her adult anaconda.However, if we adopt her as a child, it is always advisable to get a large size terrarium so as not to have to change it when she reaches adulthood.

That said, the key to your Anaconda has a comfortable terrarium , regardless of enough space, it will be the correct selection of the following parameters: humidity, temperature, food, composition of the terrarium and its hygiene.Next we explain what these parameters are :

Humidity

The correct humidity terrarium environment is essential for the life of the green anaconda, which is a semi-aquatic animal.the ambient humidity of the terrarium is 50% to 60% if there is a bathtub for the anaconda, or 80% if it is lacking.

However, this humidity so elevated does not mean that the terrarium floor should be wet, since mold and mildew can then form and make anaconda sick.For this reason it is very important to have an efficient substrate in the terrarium floor.

Terrarium Substrate

The terrarium substrate must be efficient, healthy and economical ; since it must be changed frequently to preserve the health of your green anaconda.

The best alternatives are:

Cypress chip.It is a good substrate, but somewhat difficult to found in Spain.Jamas should never be used pine shavings or cedar shavings, since they are deadly toxic to anacondas.

Cork granules.Cork granules are an excellent substrate (of the size of a chickpea), since they move the humidity towards the bottom of the terrarium and its upper layer remains dry.They are also very soft and will not cause abrasions to the anaconda.

Coconut fiber.It is a good natural substrate.

Newspaper is very economical, but the ink and moisture retained on the surface advise against its use, although it does not temporarily prevent.

Peat moss.It is a good substrate that can be purchased at pet supplies stores.

Temperature

The ambient temperature of the terrarium should be kept in a range between 24º to 26º.Below 23º the anaconda will have a hard time breathing.Also, in the terrarium must must exist a hot spot whose temperature reaches 31º or 32º.

Thermal plates, ceramic bulbs, terrarium heaters, are good alternatives as long as they incorporate thermostats so as not to lower the 23º.forget to protect the light with an insulator so that the snake can not burn if it gets too close.

Light in the terrarium and bathtub

It is essential to establish a light/dark period of 12/12 hours in each phase.Anaconda is a nocturnal animal, therefore excessive light bothers anacondas; therefore a sifted or dim light is the best lighting alternative.

It is very convenient to enable a bathtub in the terrarium so that the anaconda can dive into it, although not essential.

Feeding

Anacondas should be given 20% to 25% of their body weight in food every 6 days.Preferably they will be given dead or thawed food.It is not convenient to give live rodents as they can hurt the anaconda when defending themselves.Never use birds in the anaconda feed, as they can spread salmonella.Frozen foods are excellent because they eliminate existing parasites.

Al In the margin of the bathtub there should be a drinking fountain for fresh water renewed daily.Both the water in the drinking fountain and that of the bathtub will be chlorine-free.

Terrarium Environment

The terrarium must recreate an environment conducive for the anaconda to feel at ease and live calm and happy.There must be an area where you can hide, since anacondas are shy beings .A burrow made with polished rocks can be a good alternative.

A trunk without splinters or scoria so that the snake climbs on it without hurting it will be convenient, since anacondas are climbers.

Hygiene and things that should not be done

The substrate must be cleaned and changed frequently. The stool of the anaconda must be removed every day .The terrarium should be disinfected with some disinfectant.harmless.Your veterinarian will advise you the best of them.

There are a couple of things you should never do.The first one will not be to manipulate your green anaconda after touching rodents, since the smell that will impregnate you can confuse your anaconda and cause an attack against you and your delicious smell.

The second is that after feeding you should be 3 days without manipulating the anaconda, since it could regurgitate food and dehydrate.

If you want to read more articles similar to Care of the green anaconda , we recommend that you enter our Basic Care section.

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