Savu Python (Liasis mackloti Savuensis)

Common Name: Savu Python
Scientific Name: Liasis mackloti savuensis
Source: WC

Adult Size: Typically 90–120 cm total length

Native Range: Savu Island, Indonesia

Enclosure: Large terrestrial terrarium; minimum around 120 × 60 × 60 cm with hides, climbing structures, and substrate for burrowing

Heating: Basking spot 32°C; ambient 22-24 °C; night drop 22 °C

Humidity: 60–80 % with good airflow and access to water for soaking

UVB: low output UVB

Diet: Carnivorous; rodents, birds, and appropriately sized prey offered regularly

Water: Large water dish for drinking and soaking

ABOUT THIS SPECIES

Liasis mackloti savuensis, commonly called the Savu Island Macklot’s Python, is a small, non-venomous constrictor endemic to Savu Island in Indonesia. It is a robust, muscular species with natural colouration ranging from light brown to olive with darker patterns.

Primarily terrestrial, this python may climb when necessary and hunts small mammals and birds by constriction. It is mostly nocturnal and relies on ambush strategies for capturing prey.

In captivity, Savu Island Macklot’s Pythons thrive in spacious enclosures with secure hides, climbing opportunities, and water access for soaking. Maintaining warm temperatures, moderate humidity, and a diet of suitably sized prey promotes healthy growth, activity, and natural behaviour.