Trolligans and the others have given good advice. Remember though, Ball python's don't have as fast a metabolism as some other types of snakes do. If yours is a couple feet long or so, which it should be from what you said, I would feed it a good sized meal almost the diameter of it's widest point at mid-body about every seven days or so, and keep only ONE side of the enclosure at about 85 degrees, using an under tank heat source, the other side can be upper 70's, but DO NOT GUESS at the temps!, use an accurate thermometer down on the substrate of the cage. You don't EVER want a snake to regurgitate, or this could very likely lead to a domino effect of terrible things that are VERY serious.

Do yourself(and the snake) a huge favor, and get an inexpensive book on Ball Python's(sold at most any pet store). This will be invaluable to the well being of the animal, and you can refer to it at will whenever you want to. This is MUCH better than not being sure about it's care, and then have problems arise. The most inportant thing in snake care in my opinion, is preventing any problem from ever being an issue in the first place. Most snakes are very easy to maintain, but there are definitely a few key things that must be addressed to keep them healthy and problem free. A good inexpensive book will allow you to do this very easily.



good luck!, ~Doug


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