Kobylka is a breeder of designer ball pythons—one-of-a-kind, captive-bred snakes whose skin features colors and patterns not usually found in nature. “I think of myself as an explorer,” he ...

A severe bite may occur if the pet ball python remained clamped on your skin for more than a few seconds. You should call a doctor no matter the severity of your snake bite. They may want you to ...

"Ball pythons show incredible variation in skin coloring and patterning, which is part of their appeal for hobbyists, but also makes them really useful for researchers who want to understand the ...

Ball pythons are also hunted for their meat and skin, which is used in the leather trade. While these factors have not yet led to a significant population decline globally, they remain a concern ...

2. Alert and Active: When choosing a ball python, opt for one that is alert and responsive. It should move without any signs of illness or injury. Check for clear eyes and healthy skin.

What ball pythons eat. In general, the youngest, smallest ones eat small frozen feeder mice or rats. Larger ball pythons typically eat larger mice or rats. Selecting prey for a ball python.

But as the annual hunt in the Sunshine State becomes more popular, we take a look at another type of snake: the ball python. In 2019, a python was captured in the Lake Park Lowe’s parking lot ...