{"product_id":"brown-kukri-snake","title":"Brown Kukri Snake","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"315\"\u003eCommon Name: Brown Kukri Snake\u003cbr data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"136\"\u003eScientific Name: Oligodon purpuracens\u003cbr data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"247\"\u003eSource: WC\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"362\"\u003eAdult Size: Typically 50–70 cm total length\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"391\"\u003eNative Range: Philippines\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eEnclosure: Terrestrial terrarium; minimum around 60 × 45 × 45 cm with substrate for burrowing, hides, and shallow water dish\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eHeating: Ambient 24–28 °C; Basking heat around 28–30 °C; night drop around 20–22 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eHumidity: 65–80 % with good airflow and substrate kept lightly moist\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"824\"\u003eUVB: Low out put UVB\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eDiet: Carnivorous; primarily small reptiles, amphibians, and eggs\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003eWater: Shallow water dish for drinking and hydration\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eABOUT THIS SPECIES\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003eOligodon purpuracens, commonly known as the Brown Kukri Snake, is a small, terrestrial colubrid native to the Philippines. Members of the genus Oligodon are known for their specialised teeth shaped like a kukri knife, which they use to slice eggs and small prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003eThis species is secretive and often found in leaf litter, under logs, or in loose soil, where its slender body and brown coloration help it remain concealed. It is primarily nocturnal or crepuscular and feeds on small reptiles, amphibians, and eggs in the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003eIn captivity, Purple Kukri Snakes require a terrarium with a burrowing substrate, hiding spots, moderate humidity, and clean water. Providing a diet of small prey items and maintaining stable environmental conditions encourages natural behaviours and supports overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viperia","offers":[{"title":"Female","offer_id":52893594714449,"sku":"brown-kukri-snake - 001","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/Oligodon-purpuracens_1.jpg?v=1769297585","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/brown-kukri-snake","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}