They rely on the temperature of their surroundings to heat or cool them. Clean the enclosure with a 3% bleach solution, distilled vinegar and water (50/50), hydrogen peroxide, or a pet-safe cleaning product.īall pythons, like all reptiles, are cold-blooded (or ectothermic) and don’t produce their own body heat. The entire cage and décor should be cleaned and sanitized at least monthly. Spot clean weekly, or more often, as needed. Low branches and artificial plants can also be added to contribute to your python’s habitat. The best setup would be to have two hiding spots in the cage -one on the warm side and the other on the cool side. Cage Décorīall pythons are a ground-dwelling snake that appreciate several different caves or shelters to hide in. While cage carpet also works for ball pythons, they seem to enjoy a loose substrate that they can bury themselves in. Aspen will also work well however, it doesn’t absorb moisture in the same way as cypress mulch. Cypress mulch retains moisture and helps keep a proper humidity level. A baby ball python can be housed in a 10-20 gallon tank, but an adult will need an enclosure that is a minimum of 3 or 4-feet long, such as a 55-gallon tank.īall pythons can be kept on several different types of substrate. Females, on the other hand, can reach 4 ½-5 feet long. Male ball pythons are generally smaller than females, reaching only 3 ½-4 feet long.
These pythons are native to the warm and tropical climates of sub-Saharan Africa and are the smallest python from Africa.īall pythons tend to be shy, but they are relatively docile and easy to care for. With proper care, they can live 30 years or longer.
Ball pythons, known for their calm temperament and striking patterns, are one of the most popular pet snakes in the world.
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