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These are my questiones that I need answered before I purchase my BP.
* is a 50 gallon tank Going to be big enough for my BP even when it is grown?
* Should I feed my BP alive, fresh killed or frozen then thawed rodents?
* Do I need a light for the night time?
* Should I use newspaper as a starter bedding for a captive bred BP
* is a 50 gallon tank Going to be big enough for my BP even when it is grown?
Plenty
* Should I feed my BP alive, fresh killed or frozen then thawed rodents?
My order of preference: FT, FK, Live
* Do I need a light for the night time?
Only if it's too cold.
* Should I use newspaper as a starter bedding for a captive bred BP
I use newpaper because it's easy, cheap and clean.
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Jay A. Martin
The only stupid question, is the one you don't ask.
Well said! 
You've obviously never worked in retail
Steve Schindler.
I wouldnt put a baby ball python in a 50 gallon tank. I have heard they can become very stressed out if the tank is too large. Maybe start with a 20 gallon then move up to 50. Just my opinion
Rob Woods
I didn't read the other posts to this so forgive me if I am being repetative, but NO question about helping you learn and care for you animals is stupid!
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