DO NOT Get A Pet Ball Python Until You Watch This!

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Ball Pythons are the best pet reptiles right? Well, just because Royal Pythons are the most popular pet snake doesn't mean they are the best pet snake for everyone. Let's break down three reasons why Ball Pythons might make a bad pet for you and some better options that might make a better pet for you!
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@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

would you ever keep a ball python? Why or why not?

@HunterNicholsKingOfOmnitron Год назад

I want to one day when I have room for a 4x2x2

@hecxhockgames4114 Год назад

Probably not. as cute as they are, I just really don’t wanna deal with the food problems XD

@TheCnutofMonteCristo Год назад

I personally wouldn't not my kind of snake at all. I generally keep more left field species like Asian and European Ratsnakes, and various other colubrids. The only pythons I keep are Woma's and African Rock Pythons.

@rpggamerguy9139 Год назад

I already have one. Best pet reptile I've ever owned.

@The_Real_Frisbee Год назад

I wouldn't mind having a BP since they're extremely timid, pretty, and, personally, them going off of food isn't a deal breaker. You mean I have a pet that will actually save me money on food for a few months? However, I also would rather have a Hognose or a Fox snake (or any Gopher snake tbh)

@speeddemon467 Год назад

I got my 2 male ball pythons when I was 17 years old. Next month, I'll be 50 - and both snakes are still alive and doing great! They've been with me for most of my life now. From living at home with my parents in high school as a teenager to now being married almost 10 years with 2 kids and my own home (and a lot of time in between). I hope they stick around for decades to come. :)

@michaelblevins1651 Год назад

How long do they live?

@skyspectre8954 Год назад

@@michaelblevins1651 I read there was a zoo that had one with a documented birth date that lived 47 years and another with one that was believed to be over 60. I’ve had mine for almost 33 years.

@averyanderson6925 Год назад

I remember when my dad got his ball python- I was maybe 4 or 5. I'm nearly 30 now and she's still going, has hunger strikes like a typical ball python lol

@gangewifre Год назад

I have so many feelings about how wonderful it is that your guys have been in your life so long -- it's beautiful to think that they might be around to even see your kids graduate!

@destinyheath6583 Год назад

@@michaelblevins1651I believe between 35-40 years.

@tickledpunk86 Год назад

I love my ball pythons. They’ve been the best therapy for my anxiety and depression. I can’t imagine my life without them. The feel of them slithering across my arms or neck, the gentle pressure and weight of their bodies just grounds me when I feel a panic attack coming on. I also have a Corn Snake and a Mandarin Rat Snake. I would love to see you do content on Mandarins!

@pinkhybridpanda9115 Год назад

They do exactly what a weighted blanket does for anxiety and depression. Snakes can sense when their owners are down on their luck and they feel it, they are probably the most loyal and loving animals I’ve come across. Very complex yet simple to care for and love.

@user-cu3tg5dt8x День назад

God bless you. I just got my first ball python 2 days ago. I have anxiety and depression and PTSD. And I love my little guy. He's a baby still. Thanks. Jesus loves you. ❤❤❤❤

@velkynkarma6804 Год назад

Funnily enough, the "get what you like" rule is exactly what I did--for a ball python! Most of my research indicated they're more intermediate snakes due to their humidity levels and the way they go off food. But I love their adorable little faces and their colors and their temperaments sounded perfectly matched to me, so I got one anyway instead of going for a cornsnake first. I don't regret it. (Also anyone who says BP's are boring clearly just hasn't given them a proper enclosure. Mine LOVED climbing and exploring and smelling every new thing I put in his enclosure. If you give them the space, they'll use it).

@idiotically-everything Год назад

Yeah, I've been personally obsessed with corn snakes for 6 years and I finally got my own. He's a lovely pocket dwelling noodle when I handle him and super active at night. As soon as the lights go off he is out there climbing, burrowing and falling from branches at 3 am

@ajberzamina4082 Год назад

Just went through the same thing my man!

@destinyheath6583 Год назад

Absolutely!! And if possible let them roam on the bed or floor while being watched if safe. It's good enrichment. My BP loves them

@tammysellers3089 7 месяцев назад

I just got to watch this video. What kind of frog was that calling in the background?

@laineydavidson4134 4 месяца назад

Currently using this comment as evidence to my bf to get a ball python rather than a corn snake. I love their size/weight, chill temperament, and cute lil face so much!!!

@lemmykilmister455 Год назад

Went to a reptile expo a couple of years ago, and impulsively bought a ball python. Best impulse buy ever. His name is woody and has brought so much joy into my life.

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

wicked name!

@ItsMasonMoney 11 месяцев назад

Last year I went to look at plants. Came home with a ball python I got from a really cool dude. I already knew their basic care because I have a lot of spare time so I guess it's not exactly impulse buying 😂 I could walk in anywhere and buy the most random animal I can find and most of the time know how to care for it because I research 24/7 😂😂😂 the funny thing is I said I'd never own one because I thought they were boring. That went out the window the second I seen the Lil classic ball no one wanted 😂😂😂😂 he's super sweet. He even rides on my shoulder or arm when I walk to the drink machine up the road at night.

@CaroleEvans93436 Год назад

One of our BP's is on hunger strike. He's 17 months old and weighs 1.022kg - he's just over four feet in length (he's been in a 4x 2 x2 since we got him 15 months ago) . He's like a toddler....every time we open the viv, he comes out on our arms.....he periscopes and reaches for my husband or daughter and son. When it's time for him to go back in his viv, he tenses up like a walking stick! He will go to sleep around my shoulders. I did not want a snake in the house at all but, I'm totally smitten by them both

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

I'm so happy for you!

@zachvapes6968 Год назад

I’ve always wanted a ball python when I was younger and never was able to have one. And 6 months ago I was gifted one from my uncle who is a snake breeder and I just fell in love with the snake. Fast forward to today and I now have 3 ball pythons and plan to add more to my collection. Caring for them is super easy. And a big thanks to you for make videos on not only ball python but other reptiles, having the right information really makes everything easy.

@dericplummer9272 Год назад

One of the big pluses of having a ball python is if you have really young children like 1-4 years old, or you have friends with children that age, it is really the perfect snake to pull out and show them. It's big enough where the child won't hurt it, small enough not to be scary, and slow enough to not just dart to the floor. My first snake was a ball python and while i am not personally interested in getting anymore of them it's still the first snake i pull out when educating some people.

@tkthrowback2345 Год назад

I was considered terminal as a child due to an aggressive infection of Kawasakis and all I wanted in the world was a tortoise. My mom took me to the reptile store and it was amazing. They didn’t get me one because they were going to be sad when I died and they would have to take care of my tortoise. I ended up miraculously recovering (praise god) but nothing really changed after lol. Man I hate when parents refuse to encourage their kids interests. In my case it was “well we gave you sister ‘X’ and she got bored of it therefore so will you” I wasn’t allowed to play an instrument in school because she quit band. Now as an adult I’m playing piano and guitar and my daughter wants a reptile which is how I found your channel

@starlosa Год назад

Weird place to trauma dump but ok.

@faebourne Год назад

@@starlosa L bozo

@mothball6969 4 месяца назад

@starlosa weird place to insert your opinion but okay

@suhrby 7 месяцев назад

I'm not saying the stepping stone thing is wrong or anything, because I do agree, I just want to make a comment. It's not just about if you think you can care for the reptile, but also the money. Snakes are extremely expensive, buying the snake, the enclosures, beddings, food, lights, tank accessories, and more. Not to be a discouragement, though, a 40 gal can be around 200 dollars, but then you can get a used one for 50. You just have to work your way around it. I was unfortunately not allowed to have the snake I wanted for my first (red-tailed boa) and got a ball python instead. What I didn't know was that this ball python would be one of the most special pets I have ever had, and she was just an amazing little snake. She was so friendly with people, had perfect sheds, never had eating problems (except when I first got her), and just the sweetest, most calm soul ever. Today, I now have 4 ball pythons, and I love them all.

@WickensWickedReptiles 7 месяцев назад

well said!

@ingeniouspixie Год назад

This is great education! It's "little" things like this that you don't always think of before getting an animal, even if you watch/read loads of care guides. I wish I'd had something like this for other animals I've adopted. Side note: Fadi's (Daffy's Reptiles) newest podcast has a part where the guest talks about how BP's are found in their native habitat. They actually use a lot more vertical space than we give them credit for!

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

cool, I'll check out the episode

@alexcrowder1673 Год назад

Yes, but countless studies have refuted the claims about ball pythons eating birds, or being arboreal. In most places they spend upwards of 80% of their time in a hole. The study i read said that roughly 1-2% of sexually active males may make use of trees, but females dont really use them. The birds they found were found in animals that had been held captive in africa for extended time. Its suspected that birds were just what they were fed while being held, and do not typically make up a substantial part of their natural diet. Theres a good reason why ball pythons love the smell of ASF rats so much. Thats closer to the type of prey they normally consume.

@itspossumnotopossum 11 месяцев назад

@@alexcrowder1673I’m thinking of getting a ball python. Your comment was super interesting! I used to keep snakes but the way you explained it is great!

@Kattegat08 4 месяца назад

I'm a 42 yr old who just got her first ball python. I had no idea that i would absolutely love a snake until my teen child brought their first snake home, a corn snake. She now has 1 corn snake and 3 ball pythons, and I just have my one. She is an absolute sweetheart named Inara. I love her

@MiBackpacking Год назад

Great video Adam! Thank you for bringing up the importance of enclosure size and offering climbing opportunities for these guys. My bp’s spend a good amount of time daily climbing in their enclosure, and my girl will spend a little time in the morning basking under her heat lamp before going to sleep for the day.

@AngelBabyKittyPrincess Год назад

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! I've been trying to look up animals I can keep in my room. I saw an article about pythons not needing very much space, but I felt off about it, decided to search more, and stumbled across this. I'm glad my gut was right and that I found your video. I'm sad I won't be able to fit one into my room... I'll just have to stick with tarantulas it seems. lol

@Staysee09 Год назад

My mother in law is currently fostering 4 ball pythons, 2 normal and 2 pied. Beautiful snakes and she's given them great enclosures with hiding spaces and attached logs to the roof of thier enclosures for climbing etc

@hereandqueer9967 Год назад

Awesome video! The eating issue scares me a bit but I love Ball pythons so much. Your tip to get the pet you actually want instead of what people tell you to get (as a beginner) is so important. I wanted to buy a corn snake and I love corn snakes too, they’re sweet. But in my head it always felt like I wanted to buy a corn snake just to get experience with snakes and THEN the ultimate goal is to get a ball python. Changed that order now and will get a ball python hopefully soon (after more months of research though)

@asheddingchancerr Год назад

Great video, Adam! This is super educational!! I rescue abandoned herps in my free time and you wouldn’t believe how many ball pythons get surrendered due to the “not eating issue”. In my experience, it has always been because of poor husbandry. I love how in this video you mentioned 1) bigger enclosure and 2) SPACE TO CLIMB!! So many of the ball pythons I’ve rescued become so active with just a simple UVB bulb and a few branches going in different directions to climb on. Loved all you said here and Dave’s video is awesome too!! Ball pythons are awesome and so underrated as pets. Some of the rescues we had were so hard to give up just due to how sweet and puppy like they were! Can’t wait for the next video ❤🐢

@bkm2797 Год назад

Ahh Spring is in the air, Lol. Loved the vlog, always do so Thanks and see you soon!

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

hey thanks!

@TesseraCraft Год назад

I love that you say, if this is your pet, why would you want to keep them in a minimum enclosure. I think it is important to understand minimums when it comes to keeping an animal, but I also strongly encourage people to do better than that.

@joshuaweismantel1160 Год назад

Amazing video! I love my ball pythons and cant wait until my first pair is old enough to breed, I so rarely see them or any kind of snakes in northern Ontario and think they make amazing ambassadors to spread a love of snakes, I've already seen so many people fall in love with mine.

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

snakes aren't super common up there

@norsene1408 9 месяцев назад

Excellent video

@KendallRae6 9 месяцев назад

Biggest pet peeve is when I see other reptile owners discourage someone from a reptile they really want & are educated on... and say something like "get a gecko instead" or something. Makes me feel so bad for all of the reptiles who are being bought just for that person to "level up" in reptile keeping. My first reptile was a tegu & EVERYONE said not to do that. Well... who would've guessed that getting the pet you're passionate about would work out. She's doing amazing and is a great pet. I'm so glad that I ignored the doubters. Now I have a ball python (another dream reptile of mine). Get the pet YOU WANT! Do your research and have passion for the animals you have ❤️

@alexcrowder1673 8 месяцев назад

I totally agree. I will say it's important to be able to recognize the difference between a temporary fixation and true passion though! Some people get hyperfixated on something for a few months only for the fixation to pass, or get replaced with a new interest. Unfortunately it can be easy for some to confuse that for passion and end up with an animal they no longer want. Not always though. You can definitely be successful if you stick to it. A lot of it is just knowing yourself. You know yourself better than anyone else after all.

@patrickslomian7423 6 месяцев назад

Your video got me really wanting a ball python! :)

@bethanycoultrup6549 3 месяца назад

My fiancé and I got a scaleless corn snake 3 years ago and we named him wrinkle. He’s a really social snake, I love his personality. But I’ve always wanted a ball python, planning to get one autumn this year. Thanks for the great videos so I can plan and prepare for my new pet!

@chloeeeytube1517 Год назад

I’ve already committed too two! Love the video

@Katie.girll00 Год назад

The easy care is what attracts me to them from some other types of snakes. I already have a Kenyan sand boa but I have been looking for a more medium sized snake and a ball python checks all of my boxes. I have just been saving recently to get a bigger enclosure before I buy one!

@saralizeee Год назад

getting my first at the June expo in TO - can’t wait to bring home my first lil baby ball python 🥰 finally getting into keeping reptiles as a hobby was the best (and most expensive 😅) decision ever! ❤

@kiki29073 9 месяцев назад

I have 9 year old ball. She is probably five feet long and is pretty thick. We have her in a very large enclosure with some height to it also . I started putting a couple tree branches in it for her to climb on after I watched Dav Kaufmans Ball Python documentary and learned they like to climb in trees also . She utilized it often. Me and my daughter inherited her from my son. She will end up with my parrots and the ball when I’m gone.

@vanessavieux7283 Год назад

You are the best RU-vidr ever have a super day have a great day wicked wickens reptile

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

hey thanks!

@dylanmoment2218 Год назад

new subscriber here but longtime reptile lover and keeper, been loving watching all your content recently. since I'm new, I'm not sure if you've ever done a video in the past on this, but I would love to see a video on what you think are some great snakes or reptiles in general that make amazing 'living art,' but aren't great to handle as day to day pets. I really want to get something like an emerald tree boa or amazon tree boa, and am wondering if you have any other suggestions! thank you for all the wonderful videos! Edit: RU-vid algorithm just brought me to your video from two years ago on the Top 5 Display Reptiles lol oooops. Loved the video, really helped me out and gave me some things to think about!

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

you read my mind! In 4 hours "Top 5 most beautiful reptiles" drops!

@SticksAndSix Год назад

We have 2 reptile pets. A bearded dragon and a ball Python. We absolutely love them so much. The bearded dragon has been great to teach our 2 older kid’s responsibilities whilst caring for her. And our 2 younger children are learning to care for our BP. All supervised of course! But videos and channels like this really help beginners like us with knowledge, so we can share with others when we are asked. Thank you for posting, love all the content!!!

@deantotheizzo 4 месяца назад

Do the BP and BD have a relationship? Meaning, can you take both of them out and let them hang out with each other? Or is the BP dangerous for the BD. I have a BD and am considering a BP as well. Yes, I could always look up the answer on Google, but I like getting direct answers from people I know have the same situation.

@SticksAndSix 3 месяца назад

@@deantotheizzo I don’t let them interact with each other, I never have. For a short period of time I had To have the enclosures near one another, and when my BP came out of his hide to get water, my BD beard when black. I’m not sure if she sensed a predator or what but it was the first time she had a full black beard. Since then we keep them in the same room but on opposite sides of the room, and only take 1 out at a time and wash/sanitize hands before holding the next. It really is wonderful having both though. Our BP likes to come out during the evening after our BD goes to bed, so we take out the BP and hold him for awhile!

@j3llyf0x Год назад

I've had my ball python for almost a year now and there's some stuff I wish I'd have known before hand! I did a tonne of research but ultimately if you decide you're equipped to keep one well then you just have to go for it and learn through physical experience. The main thing I wish I'd known is how quickly they grow. I got my guy when he was 6 months old, and in less than a year he's pretty much outgrown his tank and now I'm in the market for a new one. I shouldn't have wasted my money on a smaller "grow out" viv! Big vivs are expensive and take up a lot of space, and 100% necessary. They are sensitive, if husbandry is off or if they are sick they won't eat. A lot of people put missed meals down to "typical" BP behavior rather than checking their snake's home and parameters, or getting them checked by a reptile vet. Yes some do go off food, but its much safer to not assume and investigate everything before assuming its normal! They are expensive because of their size - the current cost of living crisis here is causing a lot of people to abandon their pets, snakes included. Make sure you have the resources to cover every eventuality before you take one in! (that goes for every pet tbh) I love my pal, and don't regret him at all. I'm looking forward to a hopefully long and healthy life with him! But I feel sometimes reptiles fall victim to the same treatment as fish, people think you can buy a tank and just throw them in and not bother with them and provide 0 effort. I'm glad these kind of videos exist and that we're finally changing attitudes towards their welfare!

@Mandrake_root 10 месяцев назад

I got a bonus on my recent paycheck and now I'm researching ball pythons again. I've wanted one ever since a friend let me hold theirs when I was 9 years old. I don't think now is the right time for me yet, but some day I'll get one. Honestly maybe I'll buy equipment a little at a time so that when the right time comes, I'll just need the substrate, food, and snake.

@wiseacre2b Год назад

Well said!❤

@davidglassford1217 Год назад

Love your videos. Yes would definitely keep ball pythons in fact I have a normal male and a GHI soul sucker female. Still working on socializing the female as she is a little flighty, but I always take the male out while I watch a movie. He likes to wrap around my feet and look around the room and stays there the whole time. He also stops eating the months of January and February, but with a corn snake and now the new female, no wasted rodents. Keep the videos coming love watching them every Monday and Thursday.

@epitome-of-sin 5 месяцев назад

I picked up a 3 year old big guy at an expo yesterday and named him Prince. For now he is in a 40 gallon but I have a custom built tank that’s around 120+ gallon. Unfortunately in the process of moving, the tank got damaged a bit. I’ve never worked with wood before so I’m excited to work on fixing it up. There are big tree branches for plenty of climbing and a lot of space to put multiple hiding spots for him.

@WickensWickedReptiles 5 месяцев назад

Love this

@VeronicaLeigh79 Год назад

I love the background frogs! 🐸 ❤😂

@belindagarcia-pinales8535 Год назад

I have 2 ball pythons and did so much research even while having them and your video solidified I’m doing it all right ❤️

@larrycampbell6133 7 месяцев назад

In the interest of full disclosure, I watched the Dave Kaufmann documentary where he went to Africa. The locals said that they will find ball pythons in the trees after heavy rain when the burrows flood. But, I’ve owned ball pythons my entire life and they have always utilized climbing branches, ledges, etc - so I agree that they need height. The low-height breeder tanks is one of the worst misinformations out there for new owners.

@XxGlynwenxX Год назад

I'm proud to say that I've done enough research (I plan on getting my python later this year) that everything you covered I already knew :). Also I've seen multiple sources note that many BP's tend to go off food for 2 - 4 months in the winter usually which also tends to supposedly fall in their breeding cycle, which is super interesting. Also funny story, I originally thought BP's were too big and plain and I wanted a corn snake until I started doing more research and learning about all the different morphs that BP's can come in and how genuinely cool they are. Also, holding one or two at the reptile store and falling in love definitely helped 😅.

@iamrobertpeston6368 8 месяцев назад

Did you get one ?

@XxGlynwenxX 8 месяцев назад

@@iamrobertpeston6368 I did indeed! In fact I have two and i'm picking my third one up from the expo Adam will be at in a few weeks haha.

@iamrobertpeston6368 8 месяцев назад

@@XxGlynwenxX amazing enjoy I’m myself looking to get one just want to do my research 1st to give the best possible home and life .

@XxGlynwenxX 8 месяцев назад

@iamrobertpeston6368 thank you! Also that's fantastic!! Research is definitely key :). I'd also say talk to reputable breeders, they'll also give you amazing advice as well 😁👍

@The_Original_LBSwanson Год назад

I'd get a ball if I could have one because I love all the different morphs and can really appreciate the simplicity in caring for them. They seem really chill and not so bitey too.

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

oh for sure!

@amberwolf5371 Год назад

My ball python has never been aggressive towards me! Super chill and easy to handle.

@loriw2661 Год назад

I hope you can get one some day. They’re amazing!

@Dropnostop Месяц назад

I was going to get a Ball Python as a starter snake so that I could learn how to handle snakes and eventually move up to a King Cobra. But you have convinced me just get what I want! Thanks! No need to waste time! I’ll be ordering my King Cobra tomorrow!

@nikolaquell6669 Год назад

I appreciate him saying to get what you want because I had that exact problem with some parakeets if I had just gotten what I wanted I would probably still have a bird

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

bingo!

@luke-8449 Год назад

Got a piedbald ball python as a baby about 7 months ago, i hold him everyday and watch him thrive I never wish i’d gotten something else. And i totally agree with you on them using height

@mavenquinn4159 Год назад

Great video! My bp hasn’t eaten since October - it doesn’t exactly bothet me cuz I did loads of research and learned it’s pretty normal - I do wonder when the fast will break though. I’ve only had him a year so I don’t know if it’ll be a recurring thing like what happens with your snake.

@bekahsimmons7224 9 месяцев назад

I finally got my first ball python today. He is a Mojave het pied guy at 4 months old. I have wanted a snake since I was 14 (I am 22 now) and god am I glad I waited 8 years, Im so much more emotionally mature to take care of this animal than my teenage self. Super excited to see the future :)

@joewinterfield9538 Год назад

My wife and I just got a ball Python 🐍. He is part of the family. We have learned a lot on your shows 😎

@loriw2661 Год назад

Great video! I have 2 Ball Pythons and I absolutely LOVE them. Even my male, Darwin, when he goes off food every year for 5 months. Yes, I know it’s ok but it still stresses me out. A lot! My female, Marie, would eat every day, if I let her. Lol. 🐍❤️🐍

@Neevkl_7 Год назад

The amount of morphs and lines these things have is absolutely insane

@Shadlezz Год назад

I used to be so afraid of wether or not I should get a ball python and now this video made me want one even more ❤

@marinacroy1338 Год назад

I just got my ball python a big boy enclosure! It's 4 x1.5 x.1.5 ft and should be big enough for him fully grown since I've seen his sire, which was a little under 4ft. Lucky for me my boy is a very good eater. He was picky at first, but experimented alot and learned what he likes. Right now he's on a 10 day feeding schedule with live rats (and although I don't like feeding live) I always supervise carefully and it works well for him. I definitely don't think he's too easy, he's my precious baby (and he's definitely more of a handful than my other snake)

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

this is awesome

@devvandyke1195 Год назад

I started with ball pythons because they were everywhere and it was so easy to get one. I’ve now branched out and I don’t even like keeping ball pythons anymore but I’m grateful for that first ball python, my gateway snake lol

@aa_batteries-2460 Год назад

I’m excited!! I get my first ball python on Wednesday!!! He is a enchi orange he belly!! I can’t wait for him to come in!! I will say I haven’t always wanted a ball python, mainly because they are soo common to keep. But after getting my first snake Jupiter she’s a scaleless Texas rat snake. I have found that I definitely prefer more tropical species and thicker snakes. I do have a size limit on my tanks and ball pythons fit perfectly on my size list. I also just love how squishy they look! It’s going to be a lot of fun getting one I can already tell. And I think it will be relaxing compared to my crazy rat snake.

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

this is so great!

@riahs.wildworld Год назад

Hello! what do you use to edit your videos? i just started my reptile channel and i watch all of you guys lol, Wickens, Reptiliatus, Snake Discovery, Mike Tytula, Dav Kaufman, Cataleah, Kayla Roach... Evvverryyone and im really trying to follow in your footsteps lol. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

@Billy-jo3bt Год назад

Currently I have a corn snake. I also really want a ball python. I love the way they look. They got such cute faces and they don’t get super big. As long as they cap out at 5-6 feet I’m good with it

@kmay222 9 месяцев назад

I fell in love with my sister in law’s ball pythons, and now stuck on getting one! It will be my first snake, but have lots of knowledge, as I’ve been researching and bonding with my reptilian nieces and nephews 🥰 sister in law has been an animal rescuer her entire life, and has 15+ snakes as of right now 🥴

@martelludell2438 Год назад

I really want a ball python. I am blind so I worry about how challenging it would be to take care of. I would love if you could make a video about the most accessible reptiles. For example, best reptile for someone who is blind or low vision, or people who have dexterity issues. Idk how many you could come up with, but I think it would be cool.

@nathansrt2419 Год назад

Thinking about getting a frilled dragon care guide please?

@kevinahearn8764 8 месяцев назад

you got pretty eyes big bro. planning on buying one this weekend and pretty nervous. hope i do a good job! how many hours of research do you guys recommend before purchasing?

@cowbell420 11 месяцев назад

Ever since I was a little girl, I was in love with ball pythons. I've been wanting one and now I'm finally gonna get one. I am excited and also anxious, because I've done a lot of research and I got a 60ish gal tank, just saving up for the morph I want now.

@ismorautiainen814 Год назад

Great video, as always. I have earlier criticized harshly people who keep their pythons in completely dark tubs without proper (or any) light cycle so I truly appreciate you covering this issue again. My relationship with this species is a double-edged sword. I had one when I was younger, it was the second snake in my collection. The snake was beautiful and offered many great learning experiences (arranging new enclosures as the snake grew bigger and bigger, understanding the challenges with feeding, trying to adjust temperatures etc.). But at some point I realized ball pythons may not be the best option for me in the long run. Their behaviour is not very interesting. They spend most of the time motionless hiding. And if they do move in the dark hours of night when they are hungry (once in a month or two), they destroy all the plants and decor. So at some point I felt like there was little joy in keeping a ball python. Very little behaviour to observe, not much to do with basic care, no possibilities for creating a beautiful setup. I ended up having a big, quite boring looking terrarium dominating my living room. If I ever go back to reptile keeping I know what to choose. For example diurnal/crepuscular lizards and colubrids are enjoyable. I have also noticed that bigger snakes (BCIs, burmese pythons) spend more time where they can be seen.

@anastucki3 Год назад

when i was deeply depressed, the only two guys that took me out of the bed were my ball pythons. i'm really grateful to ma babies and yr content. i learnt a lot from y before get them

@thegamingillustrator 11 месяцев назад

My 2 dream pets. A rhino iguana, and a blue eyed lucy ball python. My mom is terrified of all reptiles, and my dad is secretly afraid of snakes. So growing up i was only allowed to care for then release wild turtles. Now i'm old enough to where i can get my own with enough money, but because i still live with them due to financial and housing market strains, i still sadly have to wait on getting my dream babies.

@pvyj Год назад

Wow what a coincidence. I was just thinking about if I wanted to get a ball python over a cornsnake. Thanks

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

enjoy!

@RadedR222 Год назад

Hello! So i have a uromastyx in a 4/2/2 and a baby corn snake in a smaller tank currently, im planning in upgrading him to a bigger enclosure, but im not sure if u should have it on top of my uromastyx enclosure (the enclosure type i have is stackable) because uromastyx like it so much hotter than corn snakes, im a little nervous that the heat from the uromastyx could harm the corn snake, is it safe to do that? Thanks!

@dadgrowscapsaicin4341 Год назад

My BP is 6 months old and climbed about a foot and a half up my tree in the yard and over a branch sticking out of the stump. He even tries to climb the brick wall😂 I have an empty 4x3 grow tent that will be his home soon and will have plenty of stuff to climb 😁

@ItsAleshaRenee Год назад

My first BP was a last minute impulse decision and I unfortunately didn’t do my research beforehand but I learned really quick and he’s around 2 now and doing great and we have since gotten 2 more bps and a boa! They’re all healthy good eaters and shed in one piece 😁

@LMSPetRescue Год назад

I’m currently thinking about getting one of these snakes far in the future when I can afford a house and modify a coat closet into a large enclosure (as you said, they climb trees, they need space. If I get a snake I don’t want them to feel confined.) I always found them beautiful and intriguing, however I never handled one until recently…the curiosity and general friendliness of my friend’s ball python made me realize “Yeah, these are fun to have around.” I don’t just want a pet to gaze at as an aesthetic piece of decoration uothrough glass and watch as it gets bored with life. I enjoy my cats for the same reason I enjoyed handling the snake, they’re animals with an innate curiosity for life and watching them explore the world around them brings a smile to my face.

@destinyheath6583 Год назад

Our boy just turned a year old on the 5th, we've had him since 4 months old. He's absolutely gorgeous and so sweet. He's never even thought of hissing or biting at us. He loves to come out and explore with us on the bed. I love ball pythons so much. Every single one I've owned (3) have been amazing.

@Uptown_Xotix Год назад

Sure…..you wait until I’m on BP #9 to put out this video!!! 😂😂😂 I’ll still get more. They’re awesome animals. I need to join your patreon.

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

hhahaha hey thank you! I really appreciate the support!

@Plummchild Год назад

one of my BPs escaped one day and I saw her climbing up a door frame. I have no idea what she was trying to get to as up there is just... wall.... but she did climb the doorframe until I saw herl

@robyaboy Год назад

I had a BP for 10 months before it escaped but I liked it for the most part while it was here. It absolutely was a stepping stone animal to get me used to medium sized snakes before getting a boa constrictor. I should have done my research thoroughly beforehand and gotten a Colombian Boa Imperator like I have now and it's so rewarding I regret all the time I never had one.

@smith46695 2 месяца назад

As someone who has 6 fish tanks you sold me at they don’t each much

@WickensWickedReptiles 2 месяца назад

nice!

@amberwolf5371 Год назад

I had to stop what I was doing to watch this immediately to see if it was clickbait because I have a ball python that I love and was ready to throw hands for lol video was great though! My ball python has a tall tree branch and hammock in his enclosure that he uses all the time! They definitely like the climbing space if provided. I've also been lucky and my baby is taking frozen thawed wonderfully and has yet to refuse food in the year that I've had him. He's always happy to eat for me.

@bigmadman1 Год назад

A really good advice is a led Alexa strip light because you can set it up for timers to turn on and off

@monedarden810 Год назад

Where did you get your enclosures from? Is there budget friendly pvc enclosures that are ok for the snake? I’m planing on getting a ball python in a couple of years and is doing research in the meantime.

@qsmghillie6402 Год назад

thanks man you have convinced me to buy a reticulated python instead of the ball python I was gonna get might as well get the one I want

@nightinggale6470 Год назад

I honestly do not recommend getting a reticulated python. Maybe a super dwarf, but not a mainland. What size enclosure are you planning on providing them when they’re full grown?

@itsacult1337 Год назад

3:05 did Pikachu yawn? Lol

@kevieboy420 Год назад

Great video as always!! I won't get one as my first snake because everyone has one. Instead I'm getting a spotted python!!

@lorrainemunoa791 Год назад

They are also awesome!

@cherryapplebaum9374 8 месяцев назад

If you can do a video on misting versus Freddy enclosure. I have a handmade wooden enclosure that I sealed properly but I still have problems with humidity. I’d love to be able to automate this process, but I also have heard both good and bad things about misting and especially automatic ones.

@joaquingarcia7744 Год назад

can you pls make a video on the best gallon or enclosures for arboreal snakes.

@WickensWickedReptiles Год назад

sure can!

@Lady_Quistis Год назад

I have been finding myself more and more drawn to hognoses, especially after finding out they are native to my state! I would love to see them in their native habitat! Are there any tips you could share about hognoses for someone who is thinking of purchasing one? Maybe two, lol!

@mushroommeg8905 Год назад

please give us links or websites to find the best enclosures that you recommend for ball pythons.

@maggiedollar7558 3 месяца назад

I absolutely love my BP. I got her about a half year ago, and have been infatuated ever since. She is surprisingly active for a BP, and I find her wandering her enclosure often. I was told not to get a BP as my first reptile, but I did anyway because what I wanted was a BP and I wanted to get the animal I desired, not an animal that was a "stepping stone" as you say. I've been intrigued and had so much fun being an owner ever since I got her, and never regretted my decision. To anyone who wants a BP -- do your research, then, if you can handle them, get one! They are amazingly "sweet" (for lack of a better word -- my girl would do anything before biting me, never has and I've had to remove substrate straight out of her mouth with my bare hands before) and interesting animals. Watching her move about, feeding her, and handling her is always the highlight of my day/week. I'm absolutely in LOVE with BPs, and though one day I may own other reptiles, I plan on getting my next BP within a year or two and that will be my next reptile. I'd like to rescue my next baby though, because I know there are so many BPs on craigslist and such who need to be re-homed. I strongly consider checking your city's craigslist for BPs before buying from a pet store, because you could save an animal's life while also getting your dream pet :) Hope this helps any prospective BP owners.

@Wagonman5900 Год назад

Provided you put one in a proper tank, they seem like a good pet for the working man. I might get one some day.

@rat_dragon 8 месяцев назад

What makes a "boring" animal? Just because you don't have to take it out on potty breaks 8 times a day, walk it 3 times a day, feed it twice a day, play with it twice a day, take it to the groomers monthly doesn't mean it's "boring." Just as Wickens Wicked Reptiles said, you want a pet and you feel confident taking care of it, then get that pet. You have money for a big cage, hammocks, chews, toys, bottles, food, time to play with them and responsibility to take them to the vet, then get those dumbo marten rats you've always wanted. "The only thing stopping you is yourself."

@VjennaWarts 10 месяцев назад

At 3:05 , is that snake yawning?!?! Cause if so MY GOD THAT'S CUTE 😱😍😱😍

@Equines2008 11 месяцев назад

I’ve never really likes snakes but I’m obsessed w ball pythons except I’m not aloud to have one 😢, but definitely my favorite type of snake

@WickensWickedReptiles 11 месяцев назад

very cool!

@youssefsalem1327 Год назад

Got python reguines as my first pet ever as i love snakes . I got a terrarium like box 50x25x25 with 50w reptile light "made him day-night routine and heat pad , ofc with some accessories like hiding shell , water pool , wood branch . He is 4 years old . Feeding him a frozen mouse once a week "defrost before giving him" . Any more recommendations ? Does it bite at any cost ? I love to carry him almost all day , is that ok ?

@darkiler6663 Год назад

a vídeo about (small pythons and boas ) would be cool, or hog island boa

@annakevlin8634 Год назад

Will the animal who was singing in the background. Do that on camera/ if you held them? Do you have the female of the species and are you going to breed them if the female likes him/ them(I can't tell in the video how many are sining)? What is your opinion on Reptile song based music?

@matthewtracy8744 Год назад

My male doesn't climb, he perfers to dig. My female is a climbing fool! Lol I give both the options and love trying to keep plants alive in their enclosures.

@Carcopcar Год назад

Hey pls tell me how to take care of bramhini blindsnakes

@saranagy-gyor1445 3 месяца назад

Hey! I'm about to get a ball python, and just a quick question...what should I feed them with? Like, I know that mice or maybe even rats..but how much, how often and should the food be frozen or alive? Thanks for answers!

@nicolepettis5533 10 месяцев назад

I got my ball python from the same breeder I got my corn snake and i just changed his substrate the other day now he is in coco fiber blocks

@shoyo4897 6 месяцев назад

i live in sweden and this dosent really have much to do with the video but our petstores do not have much reptiley stuff so i dont really know where to get a ball phyton where thet come from a pretty good place and like where to find a bigger tank bc most most of them are NOT the size that it can be due to them all being mostly fish tanks and stuff

@scottrackley4457 8 месяцев назад

I've had two balls, Pedro and Salan. They responded to handing much like yours, Pikachu. They loved it, but they were introduced to it early, often, and gentle. They both liked to sleep under my shirt collar. edit: I should add that they both absolutely loved bath time, you could take them out dry them off, and they wanted back in.

@azazel444 Год назад

My ball Python is definitely a little stubborn. I fed him yesterday for the first time he head butted the frozen mouse and then he just started turning his head trying to see where it went and then finally ate it. He didn’t even attempt to constrict it ether.

@LucyaSecration Год назад

Loved ballpythons for a long time. Got one half a year or so. I lovw to take him out. Cuddle while watching tv od hav h8m around my neck while i do some Chores or have him around when i game. Sadly i noticed that he is missing feom his inclossure. I miss him a lot and hope that i will find him 😢

@tylerbarnes3619 11 месяцев назад

So I have a 35 gallon enclosure but it's about 2 to 2.5 feet tall and I have branches and all kinda stuff going in his enclosure soon, as a new owner when would you suggest I change it out for something bigger?

@tylerbarnes3619 11 месяцев назад

He's a baby still only 76 grams