There are well over 100 different color and pattern mutations of the ball python and more are produced each year. Like all other pythons, it is a nonvenomous constrictor. The authors advise on feeding and food supplements, housing, health care, breeding, and more. Ball pythons are one of the most popular of the python species kept in captivity today. Jun 17, 2017 hey guys looking to tame down your ball python.
This is the smallest of the african pythons and is popular in the pet trade, largely due to. Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care, breeding, and genetic mutations. Ball pythons are one of the most popular snakes in the world and come in a wide variety of colors and patterns. Wizard shows chart and interactive results of morphs, with clutch stats, and links back. Much of this popularity is due to the amazing number of color mutations. Not finding the particular ball pythons for sale that you are interested in or have questions about the. 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. Table of contents keeping ball pythons and corn snakes. Baby ball pythons for sale python regius with a ton of ball pythons and ball python morphs available. How have invasive pythons impacted florida ecosystems. Check back here regularly as we are constantly working to. There are ball pythons for sale python regius at riera reptiles. Ball pythons are typically regarded as small to mediumsized snakes.
The natural range of the ball python is western africa to. Ball pythons also known as royal pythons are a terrestrial species of constricting snake native to regions of eastern, central, and western africa. In the wild, ball pythons are usually tan, brown and black, like the specimen shown below. If you are looking to become a breeder, look into purchasing a rack system. There are now over 3000 different, distinctive color and pattern combinations that have been created.
We at sinister serpents exotics are very happy to give our customers the ability to buy our ball pythons online through our website with safe and affordable, super fast overnight shipping. While ball pythons can certainly be held, take time to establish a bond of trust with your snake before simply reaching in and grabbing it. Ball pythons are sexually dimorphic, as females usually reach much larger sizes than males. This book is about pythons in general, with only a brief section specific to the ball pythons. In case youre new to ball pythons or snakes in general. To breed a snake to a normal ball python, just dont add any genes to male or female and wizard will treat it as a normal. Ball pythons are among the most popular of all pet snakes, and make interesting pets for both beginning herp hobbyists and professional breeders.
This is due to their relatively small size, calm nature and astonishing color variety. 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. Buy ball pythons online or view all our wholesale snakes at strictly reptiles. 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. It has detailed information about what to look foravoid when purchasing a ball python. At xyzreptiles we have had the benefit of producing ball pythons for the last 18 years and we can give you guaranteed genetics, healthy animals and competitive prices. A softcover book in the barrons complete pet owners manual series, by patricia pope bartlett, ernie wagner, and r. It is listed as least concern on the iucn red list because of its wide distribution. To breed ball pythons, you should get the necessary equipment like an egg box, perlite or vermiculite, an incubator, and a generator.
Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care, breeding, and genetic mutations kevin mccurley on. The first thing you should probably consider is this. Ball pythons are named for their habit of curling themselves up into a tight ball. Appropriately sized frozen rodents, thawedwarmed to above room temperature. Twenty chapters are devoted to general topics of interest and importance to keepers and breeders of ball pythons. Ball python books perfect ball python book xyzreptiles.
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. We must be notified an hour at the latest for live arrival guarantee via email, text, or message on face book. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Most ball pythons reach total lengths of between 3 and 5 feet, although the occasional specimen may approach 6 feet in length. Two ball pythons and several other snake species later, i will still pull my ball python book off the shelf to look something up. Ball pythons are currently the most popular snake pet, regardless of being slightly demanding for a novice owner, ball pythons tame and calm nature attracts reptile pet lovers. Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care, breeding. Ball pythons by john coburn 1995, paperback for sale online. The ball python is admired around the world for its distinctly african appearance and its relative medium size and tameability. A great first ball python book to add to my collection of reptile books.
Ball pythons for sale largest selection in the world. Ball python breeding is fun, and ranks as one of the best things about having a snake as a pet. One of the most exciting parts about having a pet snake is being able to handle him or her if you choose to. This is a rare limited release book that is almost impossible to get. 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 landscape.
Finding ball pythons for sale online is an experience that will introduce you to a large group of professional as well as hobbyist breeders. My only complaint would be that i felt it discussed imported ball pythons a bit too much vs. But if youre completely inexperienced with breeding pet snakes, you might not know where to start. Ball pythons python regius are snakes, which are welltempered and fairly easy to maintain. Remember this when considering whether its the right pet for you. To breed ball pythons, you should get the necessary equipment like an. Ball pythons have become an overwhelming part of the reptile trade in the last decade. Buy ball pythons for sale online sinister serpents exotics. Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care. There are many different ways to keep a ball python.
The ball python is arguably the most popular constrictor available in captivity today, and its an exhilarating time to be involved in keeping these. Quality captive bred and select african import ball pythons available, straight from the source save money and buy direct online. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. It is threatened by hunting for its meat and for the international pet trade. When i first started keeping ball pythons i read this book from cover to cover choice. The most detailed and comprehensive book ever written about one species of snake. If you want a more complete history of the ball python, only the barkers book is better. Captive bred ball pythons are becoming more readily available in the hobby, and the many color morphs being created have added to the growing popularity of this small python species.
Download the ball python guide for more information. We were told ball pythons are a good snake for beginners because they are docile in nature. We take pride in our quality ball pythons morphs and amazing customer service. Ball pythons in captivity by kevin mccurley nook book ebook. Buy ball python care quick and easy by colette sutherland isbn. It is quite expensive, but youll struggle to find better, more thorough information. Ball python breeding, caring, where to buy, types, temperament, cost, health, handling, husbandry, diet, and much more. A comprehensive guide with chapters discussing the ball python in nature, captivity, diet, selection, understanding the ball python, health concerns, breeding and egg incubation, baby snake care, color morphs, and more. If i dont hear from you by that time, the shipment waits till the next available shipping day. Give this video a big thumbs up especially if you love. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Ball pythons are an excellent beginner snake and one of the most popular pet snakes due to their docile nature. Well i have some tips on how to help them bond to you and be more happy and open to you. A complete ball python breeding guide for beginners.
Quickly calculate genetics of possible offspring when breeding ball pythons. Amateur hobbyist or professional breeder, this is a must ha. Ball pythons require very specific husbandry care, food, shelter. Wizard shows chart and interactive results of morphs, with clutch stats, and links back into inventory. I have many books on ball pythons including several by colette. Nonnative burmese pythons have established a breeding population in south florida and are one of the most concerning invasive species in everglades national park. Ball pythons are among the most popular of all pet snakes, and make in. I bought this book for my son because we were planning on getting him a snake. It also contains excellent tips and tricks on how to get a picky ball python to eat.
Check back here regularly as we are constantly working to improve the wizard. The ball python is a good snake for a beginning snake owner. However, there is enough general information on husbandry that many owners will find it a useful general resource. In the pet trade, however, ball pythons have been selectively bred to. Ball python care sheet i learn how to care for your ball. Amateur hobbyist or professional breeder, this is a must have book. Ball pythons by colette sutherland nook book ebook. This large nonvenomous snake is native to equatorial western afr. Ball pythons reach sexual maturity when they are five years old and female ball pythons breed every two or three years. Buy the ball python herpetocultural library updated ed. As a result, ball python morphs currently discovered have made this snake species one of the most popular snakes in the world.
They may also be referred to as royal pythons, or regal 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. Great books providing a great amount of information on the care ball 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.
Good ball python books vpis pythons of the world, vol. The ball python is the smallest of the african pythons, which is partly why it is so popular within the pet trade. Ball pythons generally have a docile temperament, exotic look, and are relatively small. Considered one of the best authorities on ball python morphs in print, this book is a ball python enthusiasts dream. In the pet trade, however, ball pythons have been selectively bred to produce a wide variety of colors and patterns. Pricelist ball pythons gender morph male female python regius ball python cb20172018 1. My ebook contains more than 100 pages of advice on all aspects of snake care housing, heating, feeding and. The most popular way is to keep your baby ball python in a 1520 gallon terrarium. The ball python mutation world is ever changing, but this is one of the definitive books on the subject. Senegal, sierra leone, ghana, togo, parts of central africa, and east into parts of southern sudan.
If youre wondering how big ball pythons get because you plan to keep one, i strongly encourage you to download my care guide. A topnotch ball python manual will offer you the most complete, detailed information on husbandry and breeding. Rack systems are the best way to keep medium to large collections of ball pythons where you can connect flexwatt heat tape to share heat. In the wild, they are most often found in semiarid grasslands, forests, and near agricultural areas, sheltering in animal burrows, hollow logs, and occasionally termite mounds. Ball pythons typically live for around 10 years in the wild. I also have nerds book and the vpi book is better in every way. Domestically captivebred specimens from reputable breeders are available, and much preferred over wildcaught snakes. I recommended for anybody considering buying a ball python for the first time. Ball pythons for sale strictly reptiles online store. Morphmarket currently has 14507 ball pythons for sale listed by 1117 ball python sellers in the united states. Ball pythons for sale python regius at bhb reptiles. Ball pythons, also known as royal pythons, are found in western equatorial africa, e. Start by clicking in the field and start typing a morph name select by click in the list or press enter to pick the selected morph.
Kevin is the owner of nerd ball pythons, and he is an expert on the subject. The ball python python regius, also known as the royal python, is a python species found in subsaharan africa. When i first bought this book, ball pythons were new to me. However, wellkept captive ball pythons can live for 20 30 years and much longer, in some rare cases. Top 3 books about care of ball pythons of 2020 the spruce pets. Readers will find informative checklists, a list of herpetological societies, and additional sources of information on ball pythons. The perfect ball python book is a 200 plus page book with over 700 images of ball pythons mutations and combos written in japanese with english descriptions of the images. Take a look at all of our latest ball pythons for sale online. Ball python python regius the ball python is quite simply the most popular pet python in the world. This book gives you all the information that you need to get into the hobby.
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