This stunning Tricolour Hognose is a bright, healthy, and inquisitive youngster, currently thriving in a secure 2ft terrestrial setup. She is feeding confidently on frozen/thawed prey and displaying excellent growth and the charming, curious personality the species is known for.
Common Name: Tricolour Hognose
Scientific Name: Xenodon pulcher
Age: CB December 2025
Sex: Possible Female (too young to guarantee)
Temperament: Generally calm and inquisitive; may show typical hognose bluff behaviours but rarely defensive
Average Adult Size:
• ~18–24 inches
Average Lifespan: 8–10+ years with correct husbandry
Photos Taken: 28.02.26
Currently housed in a secure 2ft terrestrial enclosure with ample clutter and multiple hides to promote natural behaviours and confidence.
• Warm Side: 30–32°C
• Cool Side: 22–24°C
• Night Drop: 20–22°C
Low to moderate humidity is ideal. Light misting may be provided during shed if required.
• Multiple hides (warm and cool ends)
• Plenty of clutter such as cork bark and foliage
• Shallow water dish
• Burrow-friendly substrate (aspen, lignocel, or suitable bioactive setup)
Feeding very well on appropriately sized frozen/thawed prey, offered weekly. Demonstrating a strong and reliable feeding response.
• Bright, alert, and well established
• Sheds cleanly with correct humidity
• A hardy and rewarding species suitable for prepared beginners and experienced keepers alike
• Videos and additional photos available upon request
Collection currently from the shop only. Courier options coming soon — please get in touch to discuss possible arrangements.
This stunning Tricolour Hognose is a bright, healthy, and inquisitive youngster, currently thriving in a secure 2ft terrestrial setup. She is feeding confidently on frozen/thawed prey and displaying excellent growth and the charming, curious personality the species is known for.
Common Name: Tricolour Hognose
Scientific Name: Xenodon pulcher
Age: CB December 2025
Sex: Possible Female (too young to guarantee)
Temperament: Generally calm and inquisitive; may show typical hognose bluff behaviours but rarely defensive
Average Adult Size:
• ~18–24 inches
Average Lifespan: 8–10+ years with correct husbandry
Photos Taken: 28.02.26
Currently housed in a secure 2ft terrestrial enclosure with ample clutter and multiple hides to promote natural behaviours and confidence.
• Warm Side: 30–32°C
• Cool Side: 22–24°C
• Night Drop: 20–22°C
Low to moderate humidity is ideal. Light misting may be provided during shed if required.
• Multiple hides (warm and cool ends)
• Plenty of clutter such as cork bark and foliage
• Shallow water dish
• Burrow-friendly substrate (aspen, lignocel, or suitable bioactive setup)
Feeding very well on appropriately sized frozen/thawed prey, offered weekly. Demonstrating a strong and reliable feeding response.
• Bright, alert, and well established
• Sheds cleanly with correct humidity
• A hardy and rewarding species suitable for prepared beginners and experienced keepers alike
• Videos and additional photos available upon request
Collection currently from the shop only. Courier options coming soon — please get in touch to discuss possible arrangements.
