#1 Elephant Trunk Snake!
DESCRIPTION
Scientific Name: Acrochordus javanicus
Age: few months
Current Size: ABOUT 12”
Max/Adult Size: 6–8 feet
Source: Wild
Exact Animal Pictured?: yes
Care:
• Basking/Hot Spot Temp: 82–86°F
• Water Temperature: 78–82°F
• Recommended Tank Size: Minimum 6’ x 2’ x 2’ aquatic enclosure with deep water and secure lid
Facts:
• Commonly called the Elephant Trunk Snake due to its loose, wrinkled skin that resembles an elephant’s trunk.
• A fully aquatic species that spends nearly its entire life in water and rarely comes onto land.
• Uses its loose skin to help grip slippery fish underwater while hunting.
• Generally nocturnal and prefers calm, heavily planted aquatic environments.
• Best suited for experienced keepers due to specialized aquatic husbandry requirements and sensitivity to poor water quality.