I sort-of "inherited" a gorgeous ball python named Louie. I adore him, but I'm clueless about his care. I know he eats live mice, he's almost hand tame with me, but I need somewhere online that has good, reliable information about other aspects of his care. Any help is appreciated!
2007-01-12 06:31:54 · 5 answers · asked by Emily 1 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
Here are three good websites:
http://www.anapsid.org/ball.html
http://www.wnyherp.org/care-sheets/snakes/ball-python.php
http://www.coloherp.org/careshts/snakes/ballpyth.php
Live mice are unnecessary and can be a danger to your snake. I've already seen two questions today about snakes being injured by their "food". Pre-killed, frozen mice (or rats depending on the size of the snake) are much safer. Put the mouse in a plastic ziploc bag and thoroughly thaw them in hot water so they are warm (not hot) to the touch. Use feeding forceps (availble in pet stores) to "jiggle" the food near your snake. They will sometimes go past the food and strike at it from the side, so use the forceps straight up-and-down to protect your hand. I also make "scratching" noises (like little rodents scurrying) outside the tank to let my snake know when it's feeding time. He comes out of the hide and watches to where I dangle the mouse. And if there's no scratching noise, he knows I'm cleaning or picking him up, but no food. I've used this method with ball pythons and red-tailed boas.
2007-01-16 20:50:50 · answer #1 · answered by copperhead 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
RE: What are some good on-line ball python breeders? I'm searching for a wide-spread ball python. not some loopy coloration morph. i ought to wish to be able to work out a image of the guy snake. finally, no overvalued snakes. a wide-spread ball python could fee no better than 40 to 40 5 money. i recognize this "suitable" website request would seem puzzling yet...
2016-11-23 14:25:27 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ball Pythons are timid snakes and may not be a good choice for children, who may stress them with over-handling or improper handling. Most wild caught Ball Pythons or Ball Pythons that become too stressed or ill will starve themselves by refusing to eat. It is always recommended that you choose a captive bred Ball Python. Wild specimens also have a tendency to suffer from parasites and injuries from capture.
Ball Pythons should never be kept on sand or sandlike substrates.
2007-01-12 06:45:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not only is this site helpful and full of tons of info, but Bob is a super cool guy that will e-mail you back. You can also see some amazing snakes!!! Best of luck!!!
2007-01-16 12:34:39 · answer #4 · answered by Moans33 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this site will tell you every thing
thepythonbreeders.com
2007-01-16 12:43:15 · answer #5 · answered by Garr G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋