Category Archives: Ball Python Care

Gross Anatomy of the Snake

Posted on August 9, 2011 by

This illustration is based on a diagram found in “Reptile Medicine and Surgery: Second Edition” and shows the general gross anatomy of snakes.  Keep in mind that each species is anatomically different and that this diagram is meant to give … Continue reading →

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Ball Python Care

Posted on August 9, 2011 by

* The information below is intended as a general reference for ball python care.  Please see the “References” section at the end of this care sheet for the titles of more comprehensive reading material. Ball Pythons Julian Calcagno 2008 Description … Continue reading →

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Ball Pythons: “Problem Feeders”

Posted on January 2, 2011 by

The ball python has a somewhat exaggerated reputation as being a picky eater.  It is for this reason that so many of them are prematurely labeled problem feeders at the first instance of refusing a meal.  Problem feeders may be … Continue reading →

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