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Old 09-22-19, 04:53 PM   #1
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Hello! I'm a new snake owner. I've recently got a ball python on 9/18/19, and I feel as though he's really stressed out. I am a little worried that it's more than the normal amount a ball python experiences when they're getting used to a new environment. He only comes out of his hides to push the top of the enclosure to get out or dig in the substrate to escape as well. All my temps are normal (77°-80°F on the cool side, and the 90°F from the heating pad on the other), and the humidity is a steady 52%-55% throughout the day. He has two hides on each side of the enclosure and a bowl for water. Is there something I am doing wrong or is this just a matter of patience? Also, I don't know if this means anything, but his pupils are constantly dilated. It seemed a bit weird because I thought their pupils are slits most of the time. Maybe I'm just paranoid?
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Old 09-26-19, 12:28 PM   #2
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Re: Is this behavior normal?

Just feed the snake. It'll be fine.

When a snake begins being curious it usually means they are settling in well.
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Old 09-26-19, 01:00 PM   #3
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Re: Is this behavior normal?

Behavior sounds normal to me as well. And I agree with Aaron that the snake is likely showing signs he's hungry.

I've gotten to the point with my BPs that l let them "tell me" when they're ready to eat. They're adults though, so a little different.
My point is, the behavior you're describing is indicative of the snake "going into feed mode".

I think an appropriately sized meal is all he needs
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