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Green tree pythons are arboreal snakes that spend their lives coiled over branches in humid forests. Their vivid colors, dramatic color change and display-friendly habits make them a favorite among keepers who enjoy building a naturalistic, well-tuned enclosure.
Morelia viridis is found across New Guinea and nearby islands, including Indonesian islands such as the Raja Ampat group, with a population in Australia's Cape York Peninsula. Different islands and regions produce snakes with different typical colors and patterns, which is why keepers often talk about localities such as Aru, Biak, Jayapura and Sorong.
Some taxonomists now divide the species, so you may see different scientific names used. The care is the same either way.
Hatchlings are yellow, red or orange rather than green. Over a period that varies by individual, often within the first year or two, they shift to adult coloration, which is usually green and can include white, yellow or blue markings depending on locality and line.
Because of this change, the parents are the best guide to what a young snake may look like as an adult, though no outcome is certain. Photos of both parents are worth asking for.
Green tree pythons are slender and relatively light for their length. Adults typically reach around 4 to 6 feet, and some large females approach 7 feet. They commonly live 15 to 20 years in captivity.
Their modest bulk means an adult enclosure does not need to be huge, but it should be tall enough for several perches at different heights.
Green tree pythons are mostly active at night, when they may drop into a hunting pose with the head held low and ready. During the day they usually rest in their signature coil on a favorite perch, which makes them easy to observe without handling and is a big part of their appeal as display snakes.
A green tree python needs an enclosure with horizontal perches, foliage for cover, a warm perch area and a cooler zone, and relatively high humidity balanced with good ventilation. They are sensitive to environmental changes, so steady, well-monitored conditions are important. In captivity they are fed pre-killed mice and rats sized to the snake.
Consistent records help you keep those conditions steady. Many keepers log temperature and humidity readings, feedings, sheds and weights, and Husbandry.Pro gives you one place to track those details for each snake.
Start by deciding whether a particular locality or line matters to you. Then compare listings for age, photos of the snake and its parents, and a clear feeding record. Use built-in chat to ask how the snake has been housed and whether it has gone through its color change.
Permits are required in many jurisdictions and international trade is regulated under CITES, so check local rules and ask the seller about documentation. Look over seller profiles and reviews, and set a Hit List alert if you are waiting for a specific locality.
AI-assisted guide reviewed by the ReptileAds team. General information about these animals — not care, veterinary or legal advice, and not a description of any individual listing above.
Green Tree Pythons are among the most distinctive arboreal snakes in the hobby. Hatchlings are commonly red or yellow before undergoing an ontogenetic color change and developing the green coloration associated with adult Morelia viridis.
Animals may vary considerably in appearance depending on locality, lineage, and individual development. Some develop bold white dorsal markings, blue highlights, or reduced patterning as they mature.
Before purchasing, ask about the animal’s feeding consistency, current prey type, age, weight, and captive-bred status. Green Tree Pythons can be less forgiving of inconsistent husbandry than many commonly kept pythons, so established feeders are often the best choice for newer keepers.
Review the seller’s photos carefully and ask whether the animal has experienced any previous feeding, respiratory, or prolapse issues. You should also confirm whether locality or lineage claims are documented or based only on appearance.
Green Tree Pythons are often described by locality or established captive lineage. These backgrounds may influence adult size, pattern, coloration, and breeding value, but appearance alone is not always enough to confirm ancestry.
Buyers seeking a particular locality or bloodline should request clear lineage information from the seller. Juvenile coloration also does not guarantee a specific adult appearance, since individual animals can change considerably as they mature.
Browse available Green Tree Pythons, compare seller photos and details, and contact breeders directly before making a purchase.
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Green tree pythons spend nearly all their time on perches, and their setup reflects that.
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