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Originally Posted by grantlapaz
I get my ball python early next week (possibly tomorrow) and wanted to know if there's anything special I should know beforehand. I'll be able to chose between morph or non morph. Any behavioral differences between the two? Also I really would like to handle him/her often or for long periods of time. Is that alright? I know there's a reason their cages need to be hotter and more humid than what we're used to so I don't want to deprive him of that. Thanks all!  |
To address your morph question, yes there's some differences between morphs and non-morphs. Some morphs, like the spider, have a "wobble". It's a neurological effect where they move awkwardly. Often their head turns to the side or they don't right themselves if they fall over.
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Originally Posted by Albert Clark
Every ball python has their own personality and wil respond differently to external stimuli. The biggest most positive thing you can do for a new snake is have their enviornment correct with the proper temperatures , humidity and adequate hiding spaces. Also , leaving them alone for about a week to two weeks will be a good foundation to begin with. Don't try to feed them or handle them during that time. Only go into the enclosure to change and clean water and to spot clean any waste products.
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No waste product if you don't feed them for 2 weeks :P
This is fine. I personally recommend just a week to settle in then feed the snake. I like to get 3 consecutive meals in my animals before handling them. I also recommend this to all those new to the hobby.
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