A frog is an amphibious animal that used to live in the same environment where ball pythons live. But this is not in their favorite menu. Wild ball pythons have more varieties of prey to feed on than their captive…
Among most other foods, fish is not a good option for ball python. Although ball python can eat fish, this is not a happy meal for them. They can be fed invertebrates and fish, which most people find less objectionable…
As like other reptiles, ball python eat not that much like mammals do. Being cold blooded, their movements are minimum to conserve energy. They are picky about intaking and choosing meals. Among the many items, they are fond of are…
Bedding is important for ball pythons for a few reasons. A bedding helps to keep their enclosure clean and free of waste. It provides a comfortable place for them to rest and sleep. Also bedding can help to absorb excess…
With some observation, we can tell if the ball python is hungry or not. It reacts more than usual when hungry. It wants to draw everyone’s attention in many ways. After serving the meal, it takes it in and flicks…
Ball python opens its mouth for many reasons. After observing the pet’s behavior one can tell the actual reason behind it. It could be before or after having their meals to do the job properly. Outer influences like temperature, humidity…
A ball python needs a heat pad on one side of its enclosure to help it regulate its body temperature. A heat pad only needed when all other heating sources are not enough. The heat pad can help your ball…
Ball Pythons need proper heat to survive. We can manage artificial warmth for them by installing heat lamps. It is a good arrangement to simulate the sun and heat the air in the tank. Get a timer or manually switch…
Ball pythons won’t eat fruit. They do not have the microbes in their gut to break down the fiber and sugars found in fruit. This reptile’s gut system cannot support plant sourced eating behavior. Many new keepers are anxious to…
Ball pythons need meat and only meat. Their preys are alive and whole. Frozen animals are found in markets that are suitable for pet’s nutritional needs. Don’t feed alive ones as they could be dead. As carnivorous animals, they do…