While it offers some good information to start, it leaves out so much. If you havent had a chance to see our book here is some info. Ball pythons python regius are snakes, which are welltempered and fairly easy to maintain. It illustrates many techniques used in the husbandry of the species, including how to sex ball pythons and how to hatch the eggs. However, i must point out, you can buy this book cheaper from vpi directly. The axanthic ball python is a base morph that is black, graysilver and white. This colorful manual offers uptodate and reliable information on selection, acclimating, handling, housing and maintaining ball pythons, all of which will be extremely valuable to newcomers to this remarkable python. This is the most detailed and comprehensive book ever written about one species of snakeand not just any snake either. Bringing home ball pythons if you are looking forward to bring home a ball python as pet, you need to make sure it is a captive. In the later years we have refined things to mainly snakes.
The ball python python regius, also called royal python, is a python species native to west and central africa, where it lives in grasslands and shrublands. The history, natural history, care, and breeding is the most comprehensive and complete book ever written on one snake species. In october of 1991, i obtained a pair of albino burmese pythons and some breedable ball pythons. This book is massive, and the pictures of the morphs alone are worth buying the book. If you need some advice on how to care for your pet snake, then refer to the tips given below. Ball pythons the history, natural history, care, and breeding. Also, nationwide pet insurance has an affordable exotic pet insurance plan that covers accidents and illnesses as well as examinations, lab fees, prescriptions, xrays, hospitalization and more. Ball python cages that are too hot can be just as dangerous, if not more dangerous, than a cage that is too cool. I created my pet python when i first adopted my pet snake. Overhandling a ball python will stress it out and cause it to stop eating. This book is about pythons in general, with only a brief section specific to the ball pythons. Growing to a maximum size of 3 to 5 feet, ball pythons are not as large as many of the other constricting snakes that are kept as pets, are quite docile, and are easy to handle. I have two young children in my house, and i want to make sure the ball python cannot harm them.
Axanthic ball pythons for sale in the united states. At the beginning of the 1990s, the ball python python regius was a snake that everyone in town danced with, but no one wanted to take to the prom. The ball python python regius, also called the royal python, is a python species native to west and central africa, where it lives in grasslands and shrublands. The natural color pattern is typically black or dark brown with light brown or gold sides and dorsal blotches and the belly is a. The ball python name comes from the manner in which they curl up into a ball when they are nervous. But, the mechanics of python reproduction and husbandry and care apply to all python species and boas, so this book is a valuable asset for all keepers. The ball python, python regius, is the smallest of the african pythons and is probably the most popular python in the pet trade. They are graduate biologists who have published more than 50 articles and books on the topic of pythons. If you love your snake or snakes, you will love this book. Shop our large selection of ball python morphs for your next pet or breeding project. Vpi pythons of the world, volume iii the pythons of asia. As such, i do recommend it as a good book for a pet owner, but would also recommend. Female vpi axanthic pied ball python by pet paradise.
Since then i have kept almost any reptile i could get my hands on. Ball python care sheet if you are a beginner, keeping a pet ball python will prove to be a good exotic pet choice for you. Meaning if you breed a vpi het axanthic to a tsk the snake keeper line het axanthic together, you will not haych axanthics. I also have nerds book and the vpi book is better in every way. Ball pythons, was certified as the best animal book of 2006 by the independent publisher book awards. It leaves out common sense info that the new ball python owner will search high and low for. All about ball pythons, a dvd from vpi all about ball pythons is a professionally produced onehour film about the maintenance and care of ball pythons. The natural range of the ball python is western africa to. Ball pythons are beautiful snakes, and the book is illustrated throughout with informative and fascinating an alphabet of ball python morphs, a to z figures and images. Jul 15, 2019 over in europe and many other countries, they are known as royals because egyptian royalty used to keep ball pythons as pets and often wore them wrapped around their wrists. Methods and techniques used to accomplish the captive breeding of this small python are detailed.
Despite their perfect size and temperament, attractive colors and pattern, they were inexpensive and common snakes. Ball pythons are generally a bit shy, but they make for ideal captives, because they are of a small size, are generally friendly, are manageable to care for, and come in a remarkable array of colors and patterns. And that brings us to another important part of the ball python care sheet temperatures. This information could be gathered by surveying veterinary clinics. With the proper care, ball pythons have a life expectancy up to 30 years. Not finding the particular ball pythons for sale that you are interested in or have questions about the. Barker this volume in the pythons of the world series includes an informative account for each of the 29 species and three subspecies of.
The ball python is a good snake for a beginning snake owner. We take pride in our quality ball pythons morphs and amazing customer service. Will reach adult size in 3 years, under ideal conditions. Appropriately sized frozen rodents, thawedwarmed to above room temperature. Pros and cons of getting a pet ball python my pet python. Subadults and adult ball pythons get fed once every two weeks. However, there is enough general information on husbandry that many owners will find it a useful general resource. If you want to know if these snakes would make a good pet for you, you first need to understand their care requirements.
Epic ball python vs fancy rat first live feeding duration. One of the characteristics that makes the ball python a popular pet choice among reptile enthusiast is that it is the smallest of its kind. We think every ball python fan and owner should have this. Specializing in ball pythons and most other snakes. Make sure you keep your axanthic lines the same, and if you choose to work with more than one line, make sure you get good records and photos of all of your animals, to avoid issues in the future. Mar 19, 2019 ball pythons are among the most popular of all pet snakes, and make interesting pets for both beginning herp hobbyists and professional breeders. Differences between axanthic ball pythons and regular ball pythons. I dont know, maybe this is sort of a silly question. One of her five books, pythons of the world, volume 2. Ball pythons are among the most common snakes in captivity worldwide and for good reason.
Whether you are looking for a pet, an exhibit, or breeding stock, vpi can. People have told me that male and female go through mating season and can be very aggressive. I picked up this book at the pet store and read it cover to covera couple of times over. When i first started keeping ball pythons i read this book from cover to cover choice. Instead, the majority 64% of articles focused on veterinary science. Ball python python regius the ball python is quite simply the most popular pet python in the world. But can a ball python kill a child or an adult human. Youll find answers to these and other questions in this guide to ball python care. Axanthic vpi ball pythons for sale morphmarket usa. If you are interested in any python or boa this book is still the right. Axanthic ball pythons are a base morph, which means that they can sometimes be found in the wild. Theyre a relatively small python easy to house and to find food of appropriate size for, as well as pretty h. The ball python is admired around the world for its distinctly african appearance and its relative medium size and tameability.
Ball pythons for sale largest selection in the world. Ball pythons for sale python regius at bhb reptiles. A softcover book in the barrons complete pet owners manual series, by patricia pope bartlett, ernie wagner, and r. Domestically captivebred specimens from reputable breeders are available, and much preferred over wildcaught snakes. Read more about adopting reptiles before you make a decision.
Ball pythons require very specific husbandry care, food, shelter. Hope this answers your question, and thank you for contacting ask an expert. Id never condone forgetting to feed your ball python, however, if your son or daughter did forget to feed the ball python one week, a ball python of any significant weight will be still be healthy, just a little hungry. Pythons of the world, volume ii pythons of the world, vol. Sep 08, 2017 clint talks specifically about the ball python python regius, weighing the merits of these incredible snakes so you can decide if they are the right pet fo. Axanthic vpi ball pythons for sale cookies disclaimer i agree our site saves small pieces of text information cookies on your device in order to deliver better content and for statistical purposes. Ball pythons for sale with a variety of ball python morphs available on our website we also have auctions that end every saturday at 8 pm central. They may also be referred to as royal pythons, or regal pythons. The ball python body is thick and sturdy with a small flat head.
I have owned snakes but just bought my first ball python. Yes the model used is ball pythons, that is because it is the most popular pet python, so it has the biggest audience. To help reduce the number of snakes poached from the wild. I am wanting to get a ball python, i have always wanted one. Dave and tracy barker are acknowledged as leading experts on pythons. Ball pythons aka royal pythons are one of the most popular captive reptiles due to their friendliness, managable size, and wide variety of colors and patterns. Welcome to themidwest reptile show, indianapolis, indianavendors. I want to get a ball python for a pet, but i am concerned about safety. Furthermore, very few studies considered ball pythons prior to resulting pet ownership. Unfortunately, snakes are vulnerable to illness and health risks just like their cat and dog counterparts. And if so, what do i need to know about keeping a pet ball python in your home. Our baby vpi axanthic ball pythons for sale are feeding and healthy and will make great pet snakes. If you just brought your new pet ball python home, give it at least one week to adjust to its new environment before handling it.
The key to keeping your ball python healthy is to provide an environment close to its natural environment, including temperature range, humidity level, light cycle and. Oct 06, 2018 ill be answering this as though were talking about the pros and cons of python regius as a pet instead of some other snake. Pet ball python care sheet heating, housing, feeding and more. Ball python bites me snake collection update youtube. Throughout high school, i made money by catching native floridian snakes and selling them to local pet stores. The hires pictures and information found in this book, combined with the information in the ball python manual are informative and everything you need to know about your ball or regal. High white female vpi axanthic pied ball python 19. The list below is representative of vendors who attend the midwest reptile show. Tracy jo barker nee miller born december 10, 1957 is an american herpetologist.
Baby ball pythons for sale python regius with a ton of ball pythons and ball python morphs available. The ball python species is originally from the forests of central and western. Morphmarket currently has 15189 ball pythons for sale listed by 19 ball python. The pythons of asia and the malay archipelago 2018 a book by david g. Top 3 books about care of ball pythons of 2020 the spruce pets. It is threatened by hunting for its meat and for the international pet trade. The ball python name comes from the manner in which they curl up into a ball. Did you know ball python snakes make good pets for firsttime reptile owners. Ball pythons average only 4 feet in size, unlike their larger python cousins that make it up well over 20 feet in some cases. We also put on reptile shows in a three state area in the upper midwest. Nov 12, 2015 ball pythons are relatively docile and like to be handled in small doses.
We think every ball python fan and owner should have this book on hisher bookshelf. Most ball pythons purchased at pet stores and from good breeders in the u. The only photo that ive seen that might be an adult is in the vpi ball pythons book. In part two, the methods used to determine the sex of ball pythons are shown. At vpi our sales are handled personally due to the high quality and unique nature of the animals, if you are interested in any of the snakes listed here, send an email to dave or tracy for information, pictures, and prices. Great books providing a great amount of information on the care ball pythons. They usually live between 2030 years, although some have been known to live even longer. Written by a respected breeder of ball pythons, this book covers a wide variety of key topics such as housing, health care, breeding, and genetics. Plus we have been vendors at the national reptile breeders expo in daytona, and the narbc tinley park since the beginning. Ive done some searches here and on other sites but only come up with photos of hatchlings. Male vpi axanthic pied ball python by pet paradise. If you have trouble feeding your ball python, please refer to our snake feeding fact sheet for help. The male of the two is a leopard, vpi axanthic, het for pied who has since been named seymour. This makes them a great pet as they will always be easy to handle and will never need anything larger than a mouse to eat.
It is that time of year, ball python hatching time. One last tip, if you are planning to breed the ball pythons, you cannot cross a snake from one line to another. The successful egg incubation techniques used at vpi are illustrated in this film. The extraordinary variations of color and pattern for which ball pythons are known and selectively bred are showcased in a gallery featuring some of the most beautiful snakes in. The vpi axanthic ball python is a beautiful grey black and white ball python. Mar 04, 20 pros and cons of getting a pet ball python if youre wondering whether or not a ball python is the right pet for you, youll likely find it much easier to decide after taking a look at a pros and cons list. The second in the series deals mainly with there extensive experience in keeping pythons and methods,with apparently an emphasis on python regius ball python. Did you know that nationwide pet insurance formerly vpi offers an avian and exotic pet insurance plan. Yes the model used is ball pythons, that is because it is the most popular pet python. A pet ball python is a joy to own and flourishes when given proper care. Our ball pythons for sale are healthy proven feeders with guaranteed genetics and sex. I recommended for anybody considering buying a ball python for the first time. It is listed as least concern on the iucn red list because of its wide distribution.
Heres a little feeding video i have been trying to get together for a long time now. Python regius we have thousands of exotic ball pythons for sale from top breeders from around the world. Ball pythons are named for their habit of curling themselves up into a tight ball. We have a vast collection of colubrids, sand boas, boas, and cutting edge ball pythons. Try browsing the ball pythons index if youre looking for something specific. Breeders like axanthics because they are beautiful snakes, and they can produce snow ball pythons. Vpi vida preciosa international productservice 21 photos. As a snake keeper, you must constantly monitor the temperatures inside the habitat to ensure they are in the proper range. It is a landmark text in herpetoculture, setting the standard by which all future works on pythons will be measured. Morphmarket currently has 15189 ball pythons for sale listed by 19 ball python sellers in the united states. The guide to owning a ball python and the ball python manual form the cornerstones for the ball python owners library.
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