Hello,



I've been reading the posts on this forum and have noticed several people with questions regarding the size of Burmese pythons and how the growth rates can be affected by feeding regimens. Since I, too, have been wondering the specifics of Burmese python feeding, I was wondering if anyone knows if a comprehensive study has ever been performed regarding feeding scheduals and growth rates of both male and female Burms. Or, if not a study, just if a chart has been published (online) detailing the average growth rates and appropriate feeding scheduals of males and females. For example, if a male is fed an appropriately sized meal once a week, he can be expected to reach _____ in one year, _____ in two years, etc.. If he is fed more than once a week... etc., etc., within ranges that are healthy for the snake.



If such a chart doesn't exsist, well, that makes sense, as it seems like it would be a daunting task to document. However, if anyone does know of such a thing, please let me know, as I'd be curious to see it.



Thanks,
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A. Fox

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