What is a chocolate ball python?

The Chocolate Ball Python Morph is a popular Ball Python morph that was first proven out in 1999 by BHB. It is a co-dominant mutation. This is similar to a dominant mutation, only that there is a Super form of the Chocolate morph if two of the alleles contain the mutation.

How long do chocolate ball pythons live?

On average, ball pythons live about 20-30 years in captivity. However, the oldest known ball python lived to 48 years old at a zoo.

Can a ball python harm a human?

It's very rare that pythons kill humans, but not unheard of. It occasionally happens if the circumstances are just right. Oftentimes, it's just kind of a perfect storm where you get a big hungry snake in close proximity to humans. But humans are not normally part of these snakes' natural prey.

What is a mocha ball python?

The mocha ball python is a beautiful tan and brown colored snake. Our mocha ball pythons for sale are descended from the original mocha ball strain.

What is a Phantom Ball Python?

The Phantom ball python is an incomplete dominant mutation discovered in 2005 by Ralph Davis Reptiles. The Phantom alters both colour and pattern. According to Ralph Davis, the Phantom was a gene that “kinda happened by accident”.

The Potential of the 'Chocolate' Ball Python!

What is Mojave ball python?

The Mojave is an incomplete dominant or what many refer to as Co-Dominant mutation that produces a Ball Python with various shades of browns, vibrant yellows, deep blacks, blue- grey body color, creamy highlights and flames. Mojaves are typically very easy to recognize by what is commonly known as the “Mojave Pattern”.

How much does a ball python cost?

Cost Of The Ball Python Itself

The average price that you can expect to pay for a normal ball python morph is around $50, but they can be as cheap as $25 on rare occasions. For rarer morphs, expect to pay more than $50. For instance, young albino ball pythons tend to sell between $150 and $200.

Can a ball python break your arm?

A ball python can't do much damage if it bites, especially if you get bit on the hand, arm or leg. Of course getting bit in the face or an eye?? (this would be extremely rare) could cause more damage but something like that is an extreme example.

Does a python bite hurt?

Does a ball python bite hurt? You will probably feel the effects of a python bite because it can cause scratches, puncture wounds, bruising, and even possibly deeper internal damage. These bites may be painful during the bite and as your injuries heal.

Do ball pythons like to be held?

Yes, ball pythons like to be held and pet, primarily based on the average amount of human contact they receive. Traditionally, snakes are fearful of humans, which means that ball pythons don't like being held. However, the same concept does not apply to captivity because the snake gets socialized differently.

Are ball pythons friendly?

Are Ball Pythons Friendly? Ball pythons are docile snakes, but they can be very friendly and comfortable being handled by humans if you hold them once per day and handle them gently. An adult ball python will enjoy wrapping themselves around your arm or waist, but you can easily unwrap them when you need to.

How much does a chocolate ball python cost?

You could expect to pay anywhere from $100 for a standard Chocolate Ball Python. A Super Chocolate will cost anywhere from $400 upwards.

What is a Butter ball python?

The Butter Ball Python is a nice looking snake with soft coloration. Their base color is a caramel brown with soft yellow or gold markings. Black scales often surround the markings which makes the patterning really stand out. The super form of the Butter gene creates a Blue Eyed Leucistic.

What is fire ball python?

Fire Ball Python Description

The Fire morph is a relatively subtle color mutation, at least to an unfamiliar eye. This morph is lighter in color than a Normal Ball Python. The lighter patterns are almost gold in color while the black pigmentation is washed out with shades of brown.

Why is my ball python squeezing me?

snakes squeeze as a way to move around and better their grip, nothing more or less.

Why does my ball python stare at me?

A snake usually stares at its owner because it wants to be fed. Other reasons include protecting its environment, sensing heat, and lacking trust. In some cases, it can be a sign of stargazing, which is a dangerous condition requiring medical treatment.

What does it mean when a ball python wraps around your wrist?

It worked with my rat snake. They will wrap around your wrist/arm/leg... Especially if you're standing up. They like to make sure they won't fall. Nothing wrong with it.

Can I keep 2 ball pythons together?

While it is possible for two ball pythons to share the same tank, it's not recommended. There's just too much that can go wrong, and ball pythons are extremely antisocial. Putting the two snakes in the same cage can lead to diseases, stress, feeding issues, and even cannibalism.

Are male or female ball pythons nicer?

Perhaps because of this, though, the females are often credited with being more aggressive than the males. Both are widely considered docile, but, particularly once eggs have been laid, the females do tend to be more sensitive and more likely to bite or lash out.

What is the cheapest snake?

Gopher Snake

They come in a variety of morphs, are fairly easy to find for sale, and their prices stay very reasonable. Gopher snake pricing starts at around $50. You can find them cheaper at local reptile shows. The gopher snake grows to about 3 to 6 feet in length, with an average length of 4 to 5 feet.

What is the rarest ball python morph?

How do you get a cinnamon ball python?

The simplest way to produce a Cinnamon Ball Python is to pair a Cinnamon with a normal ball python. The resulting offspring will consist of 50% Cinnamons and 50% Normal Ball Pythons. This pairing will not create any Super Cinnamons.

What is a Pastave ball python?

Pastave ball pythons are similar to pastel lesser ball pythons and when bred together can produce the amazing looking blue eye lucy ball python. These brightly colored looking baby snakes are a perfect snake to start with for first time breeders and keepers.