Major League Exotics
Holdback hundred flowers rat snakes
Holdback hundred flowers rat snakes
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This holdback pair of Hundred Flower Rat Snakes (Orthriophis moellendorffi) represents one of the most beautiful and unusual rat snakes in the world. Named for the intricate, flower-like blotches scattered across a soft gray body, and finished with a striking rusty-red head and tail.
A prized, uncommon Asian colubrid. This is a captive-bred pair, ready to go for the serious keeper.
At a Glance: Sex: Male | Maturity: Juvenile | Origin: Captive Bred
Highlights & Features
- Flower-Like Patterning: Delicate, rose-shaped blotches that give the species its name.
- Rusty Red Head and Tail: Warm copper tones contrast beautifully against a pale gray body.
- Uncommon Asian Colubrid: A rare and prized species for the dedicated collector.
- Captive-Bred Pair: A holdback-quality pair ready for a breeding project.
Care Specifications
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Enclosure Size | Minimum 48" x 24" x 18" for an adult; secure lid. |
| Social Behavior | House individually outside of supervised breeding introductions. |
| Temperature | Cooler-running species: mid-70s°F to low 80s°F; avoid overheating. |
| Humidity | 60–70% with good ventilation. |
| Diet | Appropriately sized rodents every 7–10 days. |
| Substrate & Decor | Cypress or a moisture-retentive mix with hides and a climbing branch. |
Live Animal Shipping & Pickup Information
Temperature-Controlled Overnight Shipping: All live orders ship exclusively via specialized overnight freight to guarantee safe arrival by noon the next day. Shipments are climate-monitored and packed in insulated boxes with heat or cold packs as weather dictates. Note: our live arrival guarantee requires a signature upon the very first delivery attempt.
Local NJ Pickup (Advance Notice Required): Because our animals are kept under strict bio-security protocols at our off-site breeding facility, they are not housed on our main storefront shelves. You are welcome to pick up, but we require advance notice so our team can coordinate the drop-off to our main retail storefront. Alternatively, pickup can be arranged directly at our Northern New Jersey breeding facility. Please contact us after checkout to coordinate your pickup location and time.
Trade Show Pickup: We attend lots of reptile and exotic trade shows throughout the year, and you can arrange to pick up your order with us at a show — saving on shipping. Check our current show listings on our website and contact us after checkout to reserve your animal for pickup at an upcoming event.
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