Macklots and biting

[SirWilliamSaintClair]

Hello everyone... I am new to this forum and I don't own a snake, although I very much would like to and have in the past. But the main reason I am here is because I want to learn about them and other herps as well. I also have a few questions that only owners can help me with. First off, has anyone heard of a Macklots Python? IOf so do you know anything about them. The one I have experience with is only a little over a foot in length and will strike at anything that moves. How big do they get?
The other question is about bite. I know this is a frequesntly discussed topic in a snake forum but I thought it would be nice to have it all in one place. Are snake bite serious and can they be treated at home or should one seek medical attention. I've heard that bite don't hurt and that snake bites often require stitches. (I guess it depends on the size of the snake). What are the medical proceedures one should follow in the event of a snake bite. I've heard they bleed alot but usually don;t require a hospital visit. Also, what is the safest and most effective way for, both the snake and the person, to remove a snake that will not break its hold once it has bitten. Thanks for the help anyone and I can tell that the people here are friendly and knowledgable. Thanks... [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_wink.gif[/img]
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[LdyDrgn]

Hi there and welcome to RTB!!

As far as Mack's are concerned, as babies they are quite nippy. But if handled on a regular basis they will eventually grow out of that and tame down. If nippy as adults they have a habit of grabbing on and 'chewing'. I hear it's quite painful, but you should be able to care for that at home by washing it with a good anti-bacterial soap. All snakes bite differently. Some latch on and chew (like the Mack's) and others just give a quick strike. Those are the ones that are more scary than painful. I will be honest and say that I have not been bitten yet, knock on wood, but I've heard plenty of stories LMAO. With large boas the bite is painful two-fold. First from the teeth and second from the impact. They hit so hard and fast that you'll more than likely get a bruise from it. Larger pythons, such as burmese and retics will leave gashes and you'll need stitches if bitten by a juvie/adult.

I am no expert on any of this, I'm sure others with more experience will be along to add their $.02. But in the mean time, check out Liasis.net and you'll find more info on Macklot's (liasis mackloti mackloti). [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_wink.gif[/img]

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[telefrag]

Its kinda funny with macklotts,
when I have had babies in the past,
they are all always extremely nervous.

then after about 6-8 months they pretty much stop biting and calm down.

Sometimes it takes longer than 8 months, but that is just an average I have noticed.

I have a pair of adults that are nearly 7.5-8 ft each.

one that is just over a foot long is probably very young, (unless it has not been fed well)
they normally hatch out right around a foot.
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[RevMojo]

Bites huh....check out any post you can find here that mentions The Bleeder's Club for more info...

But to give you an idea, most bites are so quick and easy to deal with that we joke about them. As ldy said, if a large enough snake tags you, there could be problems, but in most cases, the bites are of a defensive nature. They're pretty quick, mostly painless, and over before you know it.

As for what to do when a snake clamps on (I've seen this, but necer experienced it myself) the best thing is to remain calm, and see if the snake will let go of its own accord. Don't pull the snake off quickly, as it may leave teeth in you. This isn't terribly bad for you or the snake, but I'm sure both of you would rather not go through it.

I wont hog all the info (or know it for that matter) Everyone's gonna have plenty to say about this topic, I'll leave some of it to them

Oh, and welcome to RTB
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[ratsickle]

Hi,
I started with pythons and finally switched over to Boa's , you should get you a nice hog island boa or a sweet bci.. They make excellent pets and rarely bite unless you forget to wash up after handling rats.. Young boa's barely have teeth almost feels like velcro..
Hope you visit again and after reviewing all the activity under breeding you could proably get a baby really resonable..
Doug
Here's some pics of my small collection all puppy dog sweet

http://photo.redtailboa.net/my-pets
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[BWSmith]

I used to have a small Macklot's. He would strike at anything! He ended up hurting his jaw from hitting the cage any time I walked by!
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[Dr.Oviparous]

WELCOME TO RTB.net!!!

if a snake does latch on to ya, and won't let go, try lemon juice. just keep some around just in case. i agree with ratsickle, I think a BCI, or hogg island might be a better 1st. make sure to post some pics what ever you decide to get! -Juggalo
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	Boa Constrictor Imperator Boa Constrictor (Boa constrictor imperator). Most common is the Colombian Boa.