Why does my ball python stay still?
If it’s too hot, the snake may be trying to escape from the heat to save itself. No colder — colder temperatures can lead to respiratory infections. Humidity — this rarely causes roaming, but it should be 60% at minimum.
Can you over handle a ball python?
Although there is no hard and fast rule on how long you should handle your ball python each time you pick it up, it’s best to stay under the 20-minute range. Again, snakes are solitary creatures and prefer to be left alone, so handling it for too long or too often can cause stress and possible health issues.
Is it OK to feed a ball python?
No: If your ball python isn’t satisfied with his or her hide and isn’t sleeping in it regularly, this is likely stressing him or her out. If the hide isn’t the right size, it’s time to get a new hide, and then after a good nights sleep in the new hide, try feeding your ball python again.
Is there such a thing as a wild caught ball python?
Ball pythons clearly fall into the latter category. At least, captive-bred ball pythons do; wild-caught ball pythons are an entirely different matter. Relatively early in my snake-keeping career, I had the “opportunity” to work with thousands of imported ball pythons (in those days, captive-bred ball pythons weren’t widely available).
What’s the best way to pick up a ball python?
If you must pick up a defensive ball python, use the “paper towel trick.” By simply covering your snake with a paper towel (or small hand towel, if your snake is large), you’ll find that most snakes calm down significantly. You can then pick up the entire package – snake and towel – and move him as necessary.
When is the best time to handle a ball python?
This type of behavior only hurts the hobby. Because they’re nocturnal, ball pythons are generally easier to handle during the day. You’ll often find that your ball python will be more alert at night, and they’ll generally be less tolerant of handling during such times. Note that you should never handle your ball python who’s recently eaten.
How to handle a ball python for the first time?
Here are some quick tips for handling your new snake: 1. Let it adjust: When you first bring your ball python home, let it settle into its new environment for a few days. In the wild, these snakes are very secretive and spend most of their time hiding.
Ball pythons clearly fall into the latter category. At least, captive-bred ball pythons do; wild-caught ball pythons are an entirely different matter. Relatively early in my snake-keeping career, I had the “opportunity” to work with thousands of imported ball pythons (in those days, captive-bred ball pythons weren’t widely available).
How often should I Feed my ball python?
It’s best to handle your ball python somewhere around 1-3 times weekly. Always remember, however, you need to wait to handle it at least 48-72 hours after it eats to allow for proper digestion and reduce the risk of regurgitation. So essentially, the number of times for safely handling it each week depends on how many times you feed it.
Is it safe to keep a ball python as a pet?
Instead, reptile-keeping novices should stick to species that are usually healthy and – if you’ll pardon the anthropomorphism – happy. Ball pythons clearly fall into the latter category. At least, captive-bred ball pythons do; wild-caught ball pythons are an entirely different matter.
