Non-Venomous

Cox's Bamboo Rat Snake For Sale

Oreocryptophis porphyraceus coxi

Cox's Bamboo Rat Snake (Oreocryptophis porphyraceus coxi) is a glowing red, completely harmless colubrid from the cool montane bamboo forests of northern Thailand. Docile and genuinely handleable, it is among the most rewarding Thai snakes to keep, provided cool temperatures are maintained, since overheating causes rapid decline. A stunning highland species for attentive intermediate keepers.

Overview

Adult Length

80 – 120 cm

Venom

Non-venomous. Completely harmless.

In the Wild

Habitat

Terrestrial to semi-arboreal. Montane forest and bamboo at 600 – 2,000 m. Cool highland forests of northern Thailand — Doi Inthanon, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Nan.

Wild Diet

Small rodents (mice and rats) primarily. Occasionally lizards and shrews.

Captive Care

Captive Diet

Pre-killed mice or rats. Adults every 7 – 10 days. Excellent feeder.

Temperature

18 – 24 °C ambient — 16 – 18 °C cool end

Humidity

70 – 85 %. Regular misting; cool humid conditions essential.

UV Requirements

Low to moderate. UVI 0.5 – 2.0. Benefits from UVB in cooler setups.

Enclosure

Terrestrial / semi-arboreal. Min 90 × 45 × 45 cm. COOL temperatures are the most critical factor — overheating causes rapid decline.

Temperament

Docile and handleable. One of the most rewarding Thai colubrids to keep. Stunning red colouration.

Distribution in Thailand

Known regional occurrences across Thailand. Wild-source collection is regulated; all stock is supplied wholesale under CITES-compliant export.

Wholesale Only — Apply for Access

Medusa Reptile Co. supplies the Cox's Bamboo Rat Snake to licensed wholesale buyers and importers via air cargo from Thailand. Minimum order quantities apply.

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Export is conducted strictly under CITES permits and Thai wildlife law. We do not sell to the general public.