i have had my first ball python(first snake, not first reptile, have a healthy chameleon) for a week and am curious to how long after eating can or shoulld they be handled? he ate like lightning last night. he is 5 months old , almost 2 feet long and captive bred. it has been 24 hours since he ate and i can no longer notice a bulge in him( even thoug it was a nice sized mouse)any help will be appreciated..thanx....chris
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New Ball owner question..
ludachris821
Mar 15, 2004 04:35 PM
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lilroach56
Mar 15, 2004 05:07 PM
wait 24-48 hours until handling.
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Tigergenesis
Mar 15, 2004 06:21 PM
I've always read & heard to wait at least 48 hours. I give my guys 72 hours just to be safe.
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