Im looking for any and all info on ball pythons Thank You
2007-03-27 16:43:42 · 4 answers · asked by Hezz 1 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
here are some great sites to start your research
http://www.anapsid.org (recommended by my exotic animal vet)
http://www.kingsnake.com/ballpythonguide
http://www.constrictors.com/Information/BallPythonsCare.html
http://www.lllreptile.com/info/library/animal-care-sheets/snakes/-/ball-python/
http://www.newenglandreptile.com/CareBall.html
2007-03-27 18:34:42 · answer #1 · answered by az_na_man32 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ball pythons are one of the friendliest snakes to own, especially if you are new to owning reptiles. They are gentle, slow moving, and most are very friendly. I have 2 myself, and I must say i love them as much as my furry animals! What you need to know about ball pythons is pretty much what you need to know for any reptile.. it will need atleast a 20 gallon tank to start out with (they say it takes up to 3 years for one to become full grown, and at full size, id recommend a 55 gallon). They need constant heat, the best thing to have is an undertank heater on one far side of the tank, and a 75 watt bulb that is near to the same side. The idea of having most the warmth on one side is so that he can choose whether he wants to be on the cooler side or the warmer side of the tank. You need to have a temp gauge on both sides of the tank (cool and warm side).. the cool side should be no cooler than 75, and the warm side should be around 85-90. Absolutely no HEAT ROCKS! They can severely burn a snake. The snake will start out eating once a week, and then once an adult it will be once every 2 weeks. Feed frozen mice, they are about the same price and much safer. If a snake isnt hungry, he wont eat.. and the mice have been known to injure the snake without the snake showing any defence. The snake will also need a "night light".. i buy infrared lights that give off 75 watts to provide heat but darkness at night, then in the morning i put the "day light" back on. Because ball pythons have a hard time shedding in captivity, it is good to soak them in some tupperware or in the tub once a week with the water at 90 degrees. This will allow him to shed completely and properly. Thats all I can think of at the moment, but feel free to email. They are great pets, and could live up to 50 years! So be dedicated if you get one!
2007-03-27 23:56:08 · answer #2 · answered by doodlebugmeem 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you use any search engine you can find hundreds of pages on balls...
Search for "Ball Pythons" or "Royal Pythons"..
Ball Pythons are considered the best starter snake..they tend to be the easiest to take care of.
They have good temperment and aren't usually picky about many things.
If there is something wrong with your ball, it's usually very noticeable, and you can get them to a vet for help in time.
My Boyfriend and I have 2 ball pythons, I love them!!! Our first one was on frozen food since she was hatched but our second one, we had to switch her from live to frozen...
Type of food turns into a huge debate...weather or not to feed live or pre killed...
It really depends on you...but for the snake, it's better to go with pre killed...that way the animal poses no threat to your snake(mine are on frozen for that reason and I have pet rats... :P ...)
The best thing you can do for a ball...especially if it's your first snake, is find a good rep vet...
...hope this helps...
GOOD LUCK!!
2007-03-28 13:34:15 · answer #3 · answered by KaylaByrd 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Search the net, Buy some books. Come on don't be lazy
2007-03-28 15:14:51 · answer #4 · answered by Monkey Lover 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋