Which snake for a beginner?

Question

Corn snake

or

Ball python

and how much does a reqular ball python cost
also how much do albino ball python cost

Answer 1

Sounds like you're leaning towards a ball python. -grins- They're the best! I've dealt with kingsnakes, corns, and balls. Albino ball pythons are much pricier. There are some absolutely gorgeous morphs in ball pythons, but they can be really expensive (i'm talking $3000 and up!)

And for all the peopel out there who say ball pythons get vicious and gigantic: WRONG. Your'e thinking about burmese, rectics, and other types of pythons. If you don't know what you're talking about, then don't bother writing.

You can get a rescue ball python at petfinder.com for 15-30 dollars (depending on what rescue place you get it from) They require a warmer temp and more humidity thatn a corn, but have much better attitudes. A lot of people have probs getting pythons to eat; one must note, though that they have much slower metabolisms than most other snakes. If you ever have probs feeding a snake (whatever species) just give me an email. I know tons of tactics that actually Work. Also, you can convince any snake to feed on solely thawed prey as opposed to live. Live can do harm to the snake, even fatally wound it. It's just better all around to feed pre-killed prey.

Ball pythons are one of the most hesitant species to bite. They get an average of 3-5 ft. There are occasional 6 footers, but they're not common. They're much bulkier than corn snakes, and are slow moving. I let my ball wander around rooms of the house (under my supervision, of course) He enjoys this immensely. The more they can get out and be a snake, the better.

People on YA get in huge arguements over how large the snake's enclosure should be. I've talked with a professional ball python (and several other species of snake) breeder and agree with him on this: in the enclosure, the snake should be able to stretch out completely without its head or tail touching the ends of the tank. This gives it room to move about and keeps respiratory health at a max. Balls can be shy though, so make sure to have a few places for them to hide (on both the cold and warm sides of the tank) For any snake, you'll need a water bowl big enough for the snake to submerge itself in. The "snake bowls" sold at petstores are outragiously priced and aren't all that large. I got a humungous plastic dog bowl at the local grocery store on sale for $7. The largest snake bowl at the pet store (which was much smaller than the dog bowl, and it was around 28 bucks!)

I'd really go with ball pythons. They just are overall wonderful snakes with great personalities.

As a note: all snakes live an average of at least 20 yrs, depending on species. Corns live about 20-30 yrs. The longest lived ball python lived 48 yrs! Are you willing to make that kind of commitment? If you're thinking about getting one and then just selling it later on when you get bored or get too busy, think again. No one will want it. There are thousands of snakes given up by overwhelmed or bored owners to rescues and zoos. They have gotten to the point where they have to turn people down. This animal could live for half of your lifetime. Brace yourself, it's wonderful, but it's also a commitment.

Good luck!

Answer 2

2 words.. Corn Snake

ive never understood why people reccomend Ball's as 1st time snakes ?

They can be extremely fussy feeders, get stressed very easily, & this can be quite daunting to new snake owners.

On the other hand I think a Corn would be much better suited, These were my 1st snakes & I still have them many years later.

Keen on being handles allot more than a Ball. Not really any feeding issues. & all together a great 1st snake

good luck

Answer 3

If you want a snake that actually enjoys being handled then a Ball Python is your best choice. As far as cost it depends on where you purchase the snake. I have seen Balls in Pass Pets for 129.00. It also depends on if you purchase a juvenile or an adult. Three years ago I bought a Juvenile Albino Burmese at a Reptile Fair and paid 200.00 for it. I have never seen an Albino Ball before. Never heard of one either.

Answer 4

Ball python
they are easier 2 take care of

Answer 5

Either are very nice. BP a bit trickier to get to feed. Corn snakes come in LOTs of pretty colors. Just do your research and find out about them first.

Answer 6

wellllllllllll....a rat snake is great...but so are ball pythons...depending on what you want as a pet..looks...they both should be very young when you get it...........good luck.. and the albino ball python is costly..and hard to find..

Answer 7

hi the one snake i would try is the corn snake my son has one for his little girl im not sure if you really want to fool with the other one they can get mean

Answer 8

corn snake

Answer 9

corn snake