Homeless Herps (2026)

28/08/2026

The ballot has been completed. We will be in contact with the winner to organise the next step. Proof of ballot can be seen here: https://app.randompicker.com/record/913181x10696

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Animal #: 699480
Species: Central Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps)
S*x: Male
Adoption Fee: $100

This juvenile lizard was surrendered to me after recently being purchased. His owners then realised they were not in a position to provide the care needed. He handles well, eats well and in great condition.

Length: 20cm

Weight: 24gms

Age: 4 months

Source: Captive bred

License Type Required: Basic

Animal will be microchipped prior to adoption.

To enter the ballot click here: https://forms.gle/ePJHZ3EoYLRX4P3H6

Ballot closes: Monday 31/8/2026 @ 6.00pm. The successful applicant will be required to complete a form that must be submitted and approved by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action before the animal can be released from Homeless Herps.

Before applying for the ballot please ensure you can meet the following criteria:

1. You MUST have a current and appropriate wildlife license. PLEASE check you have this before applying. We DO NOT HOLD animals for people who are applying or waiting for their license.
2. Ensure you have the money for the adoption fee to be paid within 48 hours of winning the ballot. This payment is NON-REFUNDABLE and needs to be paid before we send any paperwork through to complete the adoption. Non-payment will result in you forfeiting the animal.
3. You have appropriate housing available for the animal. We DO NOT HOLD animals so you can organise a new enclosure!
4. You must be able to pick up from Unusual Pet Vets - Peninsula located at 210 Karingal Drive, Frankston, Victoria, 3199 OR interstate applications are accepted however you are responsible for all transport of the animal from our clinic to the airport, freight arrangements and costs. You will need to complete an import/export permit from your state's relevant authority in a timely manner.

If you win the ballot and fail to meet the above requirements you will forfeit the animal and it will be rehomed to the next successful applicant.

Vagrant Permit #: 15349232

28/08/2026

The ballot has been completed. We will be in contact with the winner to organise the next step. Proof of ballot can be seen here: https://app.randompicker.com/record/913178x91468

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Animal #: 699210
Species: Diamond Python (Morelia spilota spilota)
S*x: Male
Adoption Fee: $125

This snake was surrendered to me as his owners took him on from a family member to look after but they are now moving house and cannot keep him. He handles very well and is looking for a home to live out his senior years!

Length: 2.3m

Weight: 2.45kg

Age: 12 years

Source: Captive bread

Licence Type Required: Basic

Animal will be microchipped prior to adoption.

To enter the ballot click here: https://forms.gle/henY9ZgiACHH6kau9

Ballot closes: Monday 31/8/2026 @ 6.00pm. The successful applicant will be required to complete a form that must be submitted and approved by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action before the animal can be released from Homeless Herps.

Before applying for the ballot please ensure you can meet the following criteria:

1. You MUST have a current and appropriate wildlife licence. PLEASE check you have this before applying. We DO NOT HOLD animals for people who are applying or waiting for their licence. During the ballot entry process you will be asked to supply you licence number and expiry date.
2. Ensure you have the money for the adoption fee to be paid within 48 hours of winning the ballot. This payment is NON-REFUNDABLE and needs to be paid before we send any paperwork through to complete the adoption. Non-payment will result in you forfeiting the animal.
3. You have appropriate housing available for the animal. We DO NOT HOLD animals so you can organise a new enclosure!
4. You must be able to pick up from Unusual Pet Vets - Peninsula located at 210 Karingal Drive, Frankston, Victoria, 3199 OR interstate applications are accepted however you are responsible for all transport of the animal from our clinic to the airport, freight arrangements and costs. You will need to complete an import/export permit from your state's relevant authority in a timely manner.

If you win the ballot and fail to meet the above requirements you will forfeit the animal and it will be rehomed to the next successful applicant.

Vagrant Permit #: 15349232

23/08/2026

The ballot has been completed. We will be in contact with the winner to organise the next step. Proof of ballot can be seen here: https://app.randompicker.com/record/912744x38333

Animal #: 698751
Species: Centralian Carpet Python (Morelia bredli)
S*x:
Adoption Fee: $125

The owner of this snake has had a significant change in their living arrangements and needed to rehome this snake. He handles quite well and is in very good condition.

Length: 2.1m

Weight: 3.14kg

Age: 2 years

Source: Captive bred

Licence Type Required: Basic

Animal will be microchipped prior to adoption.

To enter the ballot click here: https://forms.gle/m91U6AnPa61keQv48

Ballot closes: Wednesday 26/8/2026 @ 6.00pm. The successful applicant will be required to complete a form that must be submitted and approved by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action before the animal can be released from Homeless Herps.

Before applying for the ballot please ensure you can meet the following criteria:

1. You MUST have a current and appropriate wildlife licence. PLEASE check you have this before applying. We DO NOT HOLD animals for people who are applying or waiting for their licence. During the ballot entry process you will be asked to supply you licence number and expiry date.
2. Ensure you have the money for the adoption fee to be paid within 48 hours of winning the ballot. This payment is NON-REFUNDABLE and needs to be paid before we send any paperwork through to complete the adoption. Non-payment will result in you forfeiting the animal.
3. You have appropriate housing available for the animal. We DO NOT HOLD animals so you can organise a new enclosure!
4. You must be able to pick up from Unusual Pet Vets - Peninsula located at 210 Karingal Drive, Frankston, Victoria, 3199 OR interstate applications are accepted however you are responsible for all transport of the animal from our clinic to the airport, freight arrangements and costs. You will need to complete an import/export permit from your state's relevant authority in a timely manner.

If you win the ballot and fail to meet the above requirements you will forfeit the animal and it will be rehomed to the next successful applicant.

Vagrant Permit #: 15349232

23/08/2026

The ballot has been completed. We will be in contact with the winner to organise the next step. Proof of ballot can be seen here: https://app.randompicker.com/record/912743x72719

Animal #: 698664
Species: Coastal Carpet Python (Morelia spilota mcdowelli)
S*x: Male
Adoption Fee: $60

This little snake might be a bit of a DIY'er as it was found at the Dulux paint factory in Dandenong. It's quite flighty and a little spicy but once out of it's enclosure it's not too bad to handle.

Length: 1.2m

Weight: 440gms

Age: 1-2 years (estimated)

Source: Wild caught

Licence Type Required: Basic

Animal will be microchipped prior to adoption.

To enter the ballot click here: https://forms.gle/apMniy7YFfcYpn3S7

Ballot closes: Wednesday 26/8/2026 @ 6.00pm. The successful applicant will be required to complete a form that must be submitted and approved by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action before the animal can be released from Homeless Herps.

Before applying for the ballot please ensure you can meet the following criteria:

1. You MUST have a current and appropriate wildlife licence. PLEASE check you have this before applying. We DO NOT HOLD animals for people who are applying or waiting for their licence. During the ballot entry process you will be asked to supply you licence number and expiry date.
2. Ensure you have the money for the adoption fee to be paid within 48 hours of winning the ballot. This payment is NON-REFUNDABLE and needs to be paid before we send any paperwork through to complete the adoption. Non-payment will result in you forfeiting the animal.
3. You have appropriate housing available for the animal. We DO NOT HOLD animals so you can organise a new enclosure!
4. You must be able to pick up from Unusual Pet Vets - Peninsula located at 210 Karingal Drive, Frankston, Victoria, 3199 OR interstate applications are accepted however you are responsible for all transport of the animal from our clinic to the airport, freight arrangements and costs. You will need to complete an import/export permit from your state's relevant authority in a timely manner.

If you win the ballot and fail to meet the above requirements you will forfeit the animal and it will be rehomed to the next successful applicant.

Vagrant Permit #: 15349232

23/08/2026

The ballot has been completed. We will be in contact with the winner to organise the next step. Proof of ballot can be seen here: https://app.randompicker.com/record/912745x68222

Animal #: 699160
Species: Dainty Green Tree Frog (Litoria gracilenta)
S*x: Unknown
Adoption Fee: $35

This frog was handed over to me from the team from at Mosswood Wildlife Shelter after being found a long way from home!

Length: 4cm

Weight: 5gm

Age: Unknown

Source: Wild caught

Licence Type Required: Basic

To enter the ballot click here: https://forms.gle/Sh7r2TGhUg3Qi3Xt9

Ballot closes: Wednesday 26/8/2026 @ 6.00pm. The successful applicant will be required to complete a form that must be submitted and approved by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action before the animal can be released from Homeless Herps.

Before applying for the ballot please ensure you can meet the following criteria:

1. You MUST have a current and appropriate wildlife licence. PLEASE check you have this before applying. We DO NOT HOLD animals for people who are applying or waiting for their licence. During the ballot entry process you will be asked to supply you licence number and expiry date.
2. Ensure you have the money for the adoption fee to be paid within 48 hours of winning the ballot. This payment is NON-REFUNDABLE and needs to be paid before we send any paperwork through to complete the adoption. Non-payment will result in you forfeiting the animal.
3. You have appropriate housing available for the animal. We DO NOT HOLD animals so you can organise a new enclosure!
4. You must be able to pick up from Unusual Pet Vets - Peninsula located at 210 Karingal Drive, Frankston, Victoria, 3199 OR interstate applications are accepted however you are responsible for all transport of the animal from our clinic to the airport, freight arrangements and costs. You will need to complete an import/export permit from your state's relevant authority in a timely manner.

If you win the ballot and fail to meet the above requirements you will forfeit the animal and it will be rehomed to the next successful applicant.

Vagrant Permit #: 15349232

23/08/2026

The ballot has been completed. We will be in contact with the winner to organise the next step. Proof of ballot can be seen here: https://app.randompicker.com/record/912742x62034

Animal #: 698663
Species: Dainty Green Tree Frog (Litoria gracilenta)
S*x: Unknown
Adoption Fee: $35

This frog had quite the adventure! It was found on the 7th level of an office tower in the city. I suspect it had been transported on some flowers or fruit that was taken up to the offices.

Length: 3cm

Weight: 3cm

Age: Unknown

Source: Wild caught

Licence Type Required: Basic

To enter the ballot click here: https://forms.gle/Jj7tYbUBWd23ci4Z6

Ballot closes: Wednesday 26/8/2026 @ 6.00pm. The successful applicant will be required to complete a form that must be submitted and approved by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action before the animal can be released from Homeless Herps.

Before applying for the ballot please ensure you can meet the following criteria:

1. You MUST have a current and appropriate wildlife licence. PLEASE check you have this before applying. We DO NOT HOLD animals for people who are applying or waiting for their licence. During the ballot entry process you will be asked to supply you licence number and expiry date.
2. Ensure you have the money for the adoption fee to be paid within 48 hours of winning the ballot. This payment is NON-REFUNDABLE and needs to be paid before we send any paperwork through to complete the adoption. Non-payment will result in you forfeiting the animal.
3. You have appropriate housing available for the animal. We DO NOT HOLD animals so you can organise a new enclosure!
4. You must be able to pick up from Unusual Pet Vets - Peninsula located at 210 Karingal Drive, Frankston, Victoria, 3199 OR interstate applications are accepted however you are responsible for all transport of the animal from our clinic to the airport, freight arrangements and costs. You will need to complete an import/export permit from your state's relevant authority in a timely manner.

If you win the ballot and fail to meet the above requirements you will forfeit the animal and it will be rehomed to the next successful applicant.

Vagrant Permit #: 15349232

17/08/2026

The ballot has been completed. We will be in contact with the winner to organise the next step. Proof of ballot can be seen here: https://app.randompicker.com/record/912281x79449

Animal #: 698581
Species: Green Tree Snake (Dendrelaphis punctulatus)
S*x: Unknown
Adoption Fee: $200

***Experienced keeper required as these snakes can be difficult to get eating***

This little snake was found in Toorak and has obviously hitched a ride down from up north. It's got a little bit of attitude but handles OK once picked up.

Length: 35cm

Weight: 7gm

Age: 6-9 months (estimated)

Licence Type Required: Basic

To enter the ballot click here: https://forms.gle/aw5KvJmbQfK2vkSy6

Ballot closes: Thursday 20/8/2026 @ 6.00pm. The successful applicant will be required to complete a form that must be submitted and approved by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action before the animal can be released from Homeless Herps.

Before applying for the ballot please ensure you can meet the following criteria:

1. You MUST have a current and appropriate wildlife licence. PLEASE check you have this before applying. We DO NOT HOLD animals for people who are applying or waiting for their licence. During the ballot entry process you will be asked to supply you licence number and expiry date.
2. Ensure you have the money for the adoption fee to be paid within 48 hours of winning the ballot. This payment is NON-REFUNDABLE and needs to be paid before we send any paperwork through to complete the adoption. Non-payment will result in you forfeiting the animal.
3. You have appropriate housing available for the animal. We DO NOT HOLD animals so you can organise a new enclosure!
4. You must be able to pick up from Unusual Pet Vets - Peninsula located at 210 Karingal Drive, Frankston, Victoria, 3199 OR interstate applications are accepted however you are responsible for all transport of the animal from our clinic to the airport, freight arrangements and costs. You will need to complete an import/export permit from your state's relevant authority in a timely manner.

If you win the ballot and fail to meet the above requirements you will forfeit the animal and it will be rehomed to the next successful applicant.

Vagrant Permit #: 15349232

17/08/2026

This frog has been ADOPTED!

The ballot has been completed. We will be in contact with the winner to organise the next step. Proof of ballot can be seen here: https://app.randompicker.com/record/912278x72381

Animal #: 698451
Species: Dainty Green Tree Frog (Litoria gracilenta)
S*x: Unknown
Adoption Fee: $35

This is one of the smallest (and cutest) frogs I had in for a while. It is VERY active and never sits still! It came to me after being found in some fruit in Hampton East.

Length: 1cm

Weight: 1gm

Age: 6 months (estimated)

Licence Type Required: Basic

Source: Wild caught

To enter the ballot click here: https://forms.gle/Y1cNFADSHf4fDzku6

Ballot closes: Thursday 20/8/2026 @ 6.00pm. The successful applicant will be required to complete a form that must be submitted and approved by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action before the animal can be released from Homeless Herps.

Before applying for the ballot please ensure you can meet the following criteria:

1. You MUST have a current and appropriate wildlife licence. PLEASE check you have this before applying. We DO NOT HOLD animals for people who are applying or waiting for their licence. During the ballot entry process you will be asked to supply you licence number and expiry date.
2. Ensure you have the money for the adoption fee to be paid within 48 hours of winning the ballot. This payment is NON-REFUNDABLE and needs to be paid before we send any paperwork through to complete the adoption. Non-payment will result in you forfeiting the animal.
3. You have appropriate housing available for the animal. We DO NOT HOLD animals so you can organise a new enclosure!
4. You must be able to pick up from Unusual Pet Vets - Peninsula located at 210 Karingal Drive, Frankston, Victoria, 3199 OR interstate applications are accepted however you are responsible for all transport of the animal from our clinic to the airport, freight arrangements and costs. You will need to complete an import/export permit from your state's relevant authority in a timely manner.

If you win the ballot and fail to meet the above requirements you will forfeit the animal and it will be rehomed to the next successful applicant.

Vagrant Permit #: 15349232

17/08/2026

This snake has been ADOPTED!

The ballot has been completed. We will be in contact with the winner to organise the next step. Proof of ballot can be seen here: https://app.randompicker.com/record/912273x70586

Animal #: 698450
Species: Coastal carpet Python (Morelia spilota mcdowelli)
S*x: Female
Adoption Fee: $60

This is one of prettiest wild coastal carpet pythons I have had come into Homeless Herps. She was found amongst some packaging in a factory in Dandenong and obviously was transported down from the northern parts of the county. She is a little flighty as expected.

Length: 60cm

Weight: 49gms

Age: 12 months (estimated)

Source: Wild caught

Licence Type Required: Basic

Animal will be microchipped prior to adoption.

To enter the ballot click here: https://forms.gle/eNPf9Fs6ZpnyB9At8

Ballot closes: Thursday 20/8/2026 @ 6.00pm. The successful applicant will be required to complete a form that must be submitted and approved by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action before the animal can be released from Homeless Herps.

Before applying for the ballot please ensure you can meet the following criteria:

1. You MUST have a current and appropriate wildlife licence. PLEASE check you have this before applying. We DO NOT HOLD animals for people who are applying or waiting for their licence. During the ballot entry process you will be asked to supply you licence number and expiry date.
2. Ensure you have the money for the adoption fee to be paid within 48 hours of winning the ballot. This payment is NON-REFUNDABLE and needs to be paid before we send any paperwork through to complete the adoption. Non-payment will result in you forfeiting the animal.
3. You have appropriate housing available for the animal. We DO NOT HOLD animals so you can organise a new enclosure!
4. You must be able to pick up from Unusual Pet Vets - Peninsula located at 210 Karingal Drive, Frankston, Victoria, 3199 OR interstate applications are accepted however you are responsible for all transport of the animal from our clinic to the airport, freight arrangements and costs. You will need to complete an import/export permit from your state's relevant authority in a timely manner.

If you win the ballot and fail to meet the above requirements you will forfeit the animal and it will be rehomed to the next successful applicant.

Vagrant Permit #: 15349232

17/08/2026

The ballot has been completed. We will be in contact with the winner to organise the next step. Proof of ballot can be seen here: https://app.randompicker.com/record/912265x90345

Animal #: 698198
Species: Centralian Carpet Python (Morelia bredli)
S*x: Female
Adoption Fee: $125

This snake was surrendered to me as her family are moving and they are unable to keep her at their new house. She is in great condition, handles well and is quite active with a love for climbing!

Length: 1.7m

Weight: 2.05kg

Age: 5 to 8 years (estimated)

Source: Captive bred

Licence Type Required: Basic

Animal will be microchipped prior to adoption.

To enter the ballot click here: https://forms.gle/f56DPjWKNBrwENB28

Ballot closes: Thursday 20/8/2026 @ 6.00pm. The successful applicant will be required to complete a form that must be submitted and approved by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action before the animal can be released from Homeless Herps.

Before applying for the ballot please ensure you can meet the following criteria:

1. You MUST have a current and appropriate wildlife licence. PLEASE check you have this before applying. We DO NOT HOLD animals for people who are applying or waiting for their licence. During the ballot entry process you will be asked to supply you licence number and expiry date.
2. Ensure you have the money for the adoption fee to be paid within 48 hours of winning the ballot. This payment is NON-REFUNDABLE and needs to be paid before we send any paperwork through to complete the adoption. Non-payment will result in you forfeiting the animal.
3. You have appropriate housing available for the animal. We DO NOT HOLD animals so you can organise a new enclosure!
4. You must be able to pick up from Unusual Pet Vets - Peninsula located at 210 Karingal Drive, Frankston, Victoria, 3199 OR interstate applications are accepted however you are responsible for all transport of the animal from our clinic to the airport, freight arrangements and costs. You will need to complete an import/export permit from your state's relevant authority in a timely manner.

If you win the ballot and fail to meet the above requirements you will forfeit the animal and it will be rehomed to the next successful applicant.

Vagrant Permit #: 15349232

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