{"product_id":"oriental-whip-snake","title":"Oriental Whip Snake","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"311\" data-start=\"100\"\u003eCommon Name: Oriental Whip Snake\u003cbr data-end=\"135\" data-start=\"132\"\u003eScientific Name: Ahaetulla prasina\u003cbr data-end=\"172\" data-start=\"169\"\u003eSource: WC\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"360\" data-start=\"313\"\u003eAdult Size: Typically 100-140 cm total length\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"454\" data-start=\"362\"\u003eNative Range: Southeast Asia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"606\" data-start=\"456\"\u003eEnclosure: Tall arboreal terrarium; minimum around 90 × 45 × 90 cm with climbing branches, foliage, and hiding spots\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"741\" data-start=\"608\"\u003eHeating: Ambient 22-24 °C; Basking spot 30-32 °C; night drop around 20 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"843\" data-start=\"743\"\u003eHumidity: 60-75 % with good ventilation and regular misting\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"873\" data-start=\"845\"\u003eUVB: Not reliably verified\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"1031\" data-start=\"875\"\u003eDiet: Carnivorous; primarily small lizards and frogs\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"1084\" data-start=\"1033\"\u003eWater: Fresh water dish and misting for hydration\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"1086\"\u003eABOUT THIS SPECIES\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"1434\" data-start=\"1106\"\u003eAhaetulla prasina, commonly called the Oriental Whip Snake, is a slender, highly arboreal colubrid native to forests, shrubs, and plantations across Southeast Asia. Its elongated body and pointed head provide excellent camouflage among vines and branches, while its green coloration allows it to blend seamlessly with foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"1640\" data-start=\"1436\"\u003ePrimarily diurnal, this species hunts lizards, frogs, relying on stealth and speed to capture prey. Its body is adapted for navigating thin branches and dense vegetation.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"1901\" data-start=\"1642\"\u003eIn captivity, Oriental Whip Snakes thrive in tall enclosures with plenty of climbing structures, foliage, and maintained humidity. Providing suitable prey, vertical space, and access to water encourages natural behaviour, active hunting, and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viperia UK","offers":[{"title":"Unsexed","offer_id":53218934128977,"sku":"oriental-whip-snake - 001","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/Ahaeetulla_4.jpg?v=1769200210","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/oriental-whip-snake","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}