Ball python care guide! How to care for a Ball Python 🐍

[@Emily-ol2mk]

Do I own a ball python? No. Do I want a ball python? No. Am I still going to watch it because Tyler uploaded it? Yes.

[@elismae05]

😂me

[@BoamanFacist]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! LOL! Ball Pythons are the best pet pythons ever in world history but they are not for every single person.

[@BB-bq5eg]

Relatebal

[@Emily-ol2mk]

YALL THE IRONY OF THIS COMMENT. I just got a ball python. I made a liar of myself

[@ethank5951]

How did you know

[@BirdNerdSophie]

I have worked with a few ball pythons and they are amazing and full of personality! Great video as always! 🐍

[@tylerrugge]

Thank you!!

[@skylyrvanderveer7171]

I am living for the two-toned hair

[@defygrav1ty426]

yes is swagger

[@troll4959]

Thinking about if myself

[@hollerinannes7780]

Your eyebrows are doing the lords work ❤️

[@alexneumann7564]

A ball python kept between 40%-60% humidity WILL be dehydrated! They thrive at 70%-90% on the cool side and 50%-60% on the warm side. Interestingly enough, some ball pythons will shed fine at 60% humidity, but many others will not. I initially followed the 50%-60% recommendation and increased it to 70%-80% when my bp was shedding. She had three patchy sheds until I finally permanently increased the humidity to 70%+. She had her first perfect shed with me a few weeks ago and is now a lot shinier and overall healthier. (Yes, I have tested my hygrometers, they're correct) Low humidity can quickly cause respiratory infections as it dries out the mucus membranes and makes them vulnerable to bacteria. High humidity does not cause RIs in this species (though the stagnant air created when people try to achieve high humidity by almost completely cutting off ventilation can; use deep substrate instead!).

[@chloe_batty]

I think they can form a bond of sorts with their owners. Recognise them kind of. My boy Gizmo is more comfortable with me compared to others, and slithers into my hands when I open his tank. He even lets me kiss his head. Thankfully he’s not fussy with food either. Best snakes ever.

[@megthegirl2012]

I’m 17 right now and moving next year to my own apartment. I’ve wanted a snake my whole life especially a ball python and I’m planning on rescuing one! My dad is terrified of snakes so I can’t wait to get my own place so I can have one😆 thanks for the care guide it helps a lot!❤️😊

[@cat.8825]

Unfortunately many apartments don't allow reptiles 😕 I'm probably gonna try to rent a small house because I'm gonna need the space. I have 5 snakes lol

[@sierrajohnson5506]

DUDE I’m so glad you made this vid! I just got my first ball in my “adult” life and things are so different and I’ve done SO MUCH RESEARCH but it’s soooo back and forth BUT now a KZbinr I trust and have watched for years made a ball python care, and a good vid at that! Yay! Side note, I’ve had split black/green hair, and I miss it. Looks good on ya!

[@manong3523]

Honestly I love your channel so much this helps out so many people to start researching animals they love. At the moment I'm doing an animal care level 2 certificate at college to be able to have a career working with animals.

[@adamjasim6932]

Aw that python has a puppy like face!!it's so cute!!!🐍😭😭

[@loriw2661]

This was amazing, thank you!! I’m a 60 year old female and I just got my first reptile. A gorgeous, male Ball Python. He just ate for me last night and I was thrilled. He is eating live but in another feeding or two, I’ll start making the switch to f/t. I got a thermostat for the heat pad and he has a warm hide and cool hide. I was told that PVC enclosures are what I should get but the one you recommend looks really nice so I’ll probably get one of those. Great video, thank you! 🐍❤️🐍

[@moonlark5039]

Just some advice: heat mats aren’t a good heat source. A halogen flood bulb connected to a dimmer/dimming thermostat is the most natural and beneficial option, Arcadia’s deep heat projector is the second best option. They produce IRA and IRB like the sun, heat that penetrates deep into the skin tissue and heats them far more effectively than heat mats. Whereas heat mats only produce IRC, which only heats the surface of their skin.

[@mando_v]

@@moonlark5039 I personally use both a heat mad and heat bulb because I find it best to have both heat sources.

[@BoamanFacist]

I totally agree with four foot long & five foot enclosures for fully grown adult ball pythons. I will purchase a six foot long animal plastics cage for my ball python when she gets fully grown. Awesomtacular Video.

[@scarynunelvis3431]

I’ve been wanting to get a ball python for a long time! Thank you for this video! It really helped me.

[@janehopper4699]

Awesome video! Your channel has given so much helpful info and made me really interested in reptiles, and I now have a couple snakes and I love having them! Thank you so much!

[@freyac29]

I have a royal python who has her neck broken when she was young. right now she is in a set up that is adequate but I can not wait for summer as I'm making her a 5 x 2 x 2 bioactive viv

[@rudmerbakker491]

Bigger is always better! Awesome that you are going to give the animal more than the minimal.

[@kxilxy4527]

I really wanna get one! But I’m going to be responsible and wait for the right time :) either way, thanks for the video! I can’t wait to have my own someday

[@simon5856]

Don't get one.youll have problems for sure .

[@bexxter2824]

If taking care of the ball python properly and giving it what it needs and researching it’s going to be happy and no problems, but if for example someone gives the ball python a heat mat without a temperature regulator, it’s not going to thrive and move away from the spot.too much humidity is also not good, I am getting a ball python in March and I researched lots of videos,I have a passion for them so I know what to do in case of a problem,and I know I will take care of it with no problems cause I’m prepared for one

[@start3976]

Please wait for the right time. When you have the time. The patience, and the responsibility. Just do lots and lots of research before you even look at breeder options.

[@juanavlog2730]

Last year before I got my kitty we were deciding whether to get a ball python or a kitty. But we decided on a kitty as I know that I have to research more for like a year or two. thanks for the tips and care!

[@CAMILLALARSEN]

My ball python have never ever refused a meal thankfully

[@adriennedyer5532]

So helpful. There is so much advice out there and it’s hard to tell what to do.

[@shaeloughton-howe305]

I have a ball python, two corn snakes and a rat snake. I love snakes there my favourite animal

[@Armandov_8080]

Finally! Took you a while to make one lol!

[@ace-_-koreal2164]

I've always wanted a ball python but my dad refuses to get me a reptile, I love snakes no matter what they are but a Ball Python is my dream snake

[@animalhouse6281]

wow! beautiful ball python. Nice care guidance and great video

[@vidyasreeram2587]

You're so inspiring ❤❤❤Also my heart melted seeing Monty give you kisses💞

[@rcar16]

Super helpful! Lots of info!! Thanks tyler

[@konapaddler2403]

Tyler telling us how to take care of our balls.

[@inu4771]

i luv it, thank you. Definitely getting a ball python one day, and you're very helpful :3

[@Phantomenace1]

Hell yeah dude I got mine a few days ago and he’s been nothing. But a amazing animal to look at I can’t wait to start getting to know him!

[@Portlandcollects]

Very helpful! Thanks for the uvb portion!

[@glitchedhacker192]

My ball python immediately loved the rats more than the mice which I am glad for

[@megs691]

This was very helpful so thank u🐍

[@marks_reptiles_and_inverts]

The minimum tank size is 120gallons or 4x2x2. Ball pythons are semi arboreal and bask in trees in the wild so a heat lamp is needed. Heat mats also do not produce all needed rays. Uvb is not an option. Snakes with uvb are healthier and better eaters. In the wild ball pythons diet consists of mainly birds so adding birds to their diet and feeding them from below will improve their feeding response and health. Since they are semi arboreal high sturdy branches are needed. For all the people who say they never leave their hides give them proper lighting, enrichment and diet and I guarantee that will change.

[@marks_reptiles_and_inverts]

Edit: for all the people who swear by racks be honest with yourself. Racks are a fours of commercial housing to cram as many animals in a small area as possible. They are not ideal welfare wise for the animals. Until people can separate welfare care and commercial care neither part of the hobby will improve

[@maggiesaunders9713]

I really want a ball python but I have to wait until I graduate college! My mom doesn’t want a snake in the house😓

[@kennedynagel6463]

I'm in 7th grade and my mom finally gave in 😂

[@manaphygames]

The same is with me.

[@madebymattel9952]

What was the enclosure you put monty back in?

[@panagiotisl3763]

You are such an expert!!!!

[@panagiotisl3763]

@Parrot family tv You're living my dream!!!

[@mydogmilo7474]

I got a ball python as my first snake i got it from zoras ark pet shop in wales they gave great information about the ball python they let ne handle a corn snake and a ball python to figure out what one i liked the most which was the ball python he is a great eater only refused a meal once because he was in shed and they recommend a 4 ft enclosure kit that was wooden and they offered ti set it up for us before we take it hone and set it up for a few days before taking it home and that amazed me

[@silverstar6699]

This is insanely helpful! Thank you! :)

[@timmyandersen963]

Pet supply plus locations are awesome. The only "Chain" store I would go to

[@richlash4806]

great vid man thanks for doing this some people dont know this

[@xoxokaren1764]

I've never been this early omg- also Tyler I love your videos and all of your pets

[@nkbnikhil8212]

Yeeeeeeeeeeee after a long time

[@The_Animal_Man]

I love ball pythons and boas ❤both mine are attention hogs and always sit on my head...imagine a 30lb boa wrapping on your head lol great videos as always and great hair😄

[@mscxrsue3074]

I have a 9 year old ball python and she doesn't "poop,pee" more then every month. Is that normal. She eats frozen mice not sure if that has anything to do with it

[@alexneumann7564]

That's completely normal! They have very slow metabolisms (which is also why they should only be fed every 3-7 weeks as adults).

[@jacobshepherd7208]

Is it sad that I already own and know how to care for a ball python but I decide to watch anyway?

[@luwildy]

Got a healthy leopard gecko from Petco last year, thankfully but I will be getting a ball python sometime this year from a breeder. Going to a reptile expo to meet some breeders in August and I will be purchasing from there instead of the pet store. I got extremely lucky with my healthy gecko, although I also did some research on how to health check a gecko from the pet store and was confident he looked healthy. The snakes there almost ALWAYS have stuck shed though.

[@RickyGIII]

Are you using All American Cages? Black boxes, or animal plastics? They kinda look like all american cages🤔 the ones in the back

[@elismae05]

This is the content I’m living for 😌👌

[@williamrosenberg5853]

I liked this video and I subscribed immediately after watching this video love pythons

[@BoamanFacist]

I am planning to purchase a captive bred baby ball python next month I love this video I am going to start my baby female ball python in a four foot long enclosure

[@tylervincent2559]

Would a 4ft enclosure be ok for a juvenile if it has proper cover?

[@liv_7271]

Hi! So I love snakes sooo much and I have always wanted a ball python. I have a leopard gecko, 2 whites tree frogs, a dog, a cat, and other insects as well. Do you think I could get a ball python? Or should I get a corn snake as my first snake? I personally am in love with ball pythons as a whole but I do also like corn snakes. I am not sure what to do? Thanks!!

[@tylerrugge]

Corn snakes are a little easier! But either of them could work.😁

[@liv_7271]

@@tylerrugge ok thank you! 😁

[@cupidgaming8062]

Omggg amazingggg!!! Been subscribed for such a long time it's not even funny

[@victoriagarcia6451]

I've been seeing you pop off on tiktok lately!!! hehe

[@karmajangchup]

Got my bp today!! He's a beautiful vanilla pastel morph 💕🐍💕 I love him so much! His name is Vasuki

[@ethanguidry312]

What morph is the other ball python. Not Monty the other one?

[@AwoooOga3503]

My baby python, her name is peanut and she eats everytime it was time for food. And she knows, so she would immediately strike and later eat it like a champ 🥰 Haves having a feeding strike yet so 🤐 that days will come sooner or later

[@vincent1057]

i dont even have a ball python but i just love your videos

[@MsNicoleoly]

I am looking to get a ball python and have watched a few videos now and so far each video is recommending something different as far as substrate, humidity and what type of enclosure to keep the snake in.. makes it hard to know what’s “right”

[@kailynhanson9875]

Is there any way u can write a list of everything you just recommend especially all the different temperature readers

[@beewithabuzz7652]

First like and view, legendary Also thanks for inspiring me to love snakes!💕

[@tylerrugge]

Thank you!!

[@Blovee3]

@@tylerrugge what size rat do you feed Monty? Small or medium?? I’ve heard for adult males to just stick to small but I have been doing mediums once a month & my boy is a lil chunky. He’s currently on a hunger strike going on 4 months now. But I’m monitoring his weight he’s at 1308 grams. Do you think that’s still a good weight and should I go back to small rats?? Any advice from you would be amazing!!

[@Blovee3]

@Ashlee Harvey thank you!

[@taynye4245]

If you dont mind me asking, what enclosures are you using in the background???? Thank you!

[@RickyGIII]

Lmao I just asked the same thing, I’m pretty sure they are all american cages.

[@9Brandi4]

Are they expensive?

[@ellyanacalderon4420]

Is there a cheaper option for uvb bulbs I feel like 150 dollars is a bit expensive for something that isn’t absolutely needed so if there is by any chance a cheaper option I will totally take it

[@nightinggale6470]

Look into getting an Arcadia shadedweller kit, they’re much cheaper than that and the bulb only needs to be changed once every twelve months.

[@skiesrblue9424]

Im NEVER gonna own a snake 🐍 but i do think there insanely cool !! :D

[@start3976]

They lil noods

[@start3976]

And sometimes big noodles

[@manaphygames]

I will own one, in a long time from now.

[@williamrosenberg5853]

Monty is a pretty python what a stunning snake

[@Ashley-vc2gy]

I would have loved links to everything you mentioned..does anyone know a good online store that has a lot of these items? I can't seem to find much on Amazon

[@TheRealRaddish]

Omg I followed you on tiktok a while ago and I didn’t know you had a youtube

[@bunnyvenomx]

Yes! I was just looking for something to help me set up a tank for one soon.

[@blitzfultime]

Heat mats and heat lamps are not needed for royals just a basking light at one end plenty of room to climb and move, my little male is approaching 22yrs old, i kinda doubt he would of done that age in a small viv with heat mats lamps. cheers

[@mistersandwich0034]

hey um, I want to have a ball phyton. any tips?

[@jessea7560]

What is the intro music called

[@maryloubarbeau8467]

I got a ball python tecently and he has a lot of wobble when under stress mostly ... sometimes it’s so intense it looks like he is attacking but not opening its mouth ... any tips ?

[@rok6146]

Where do you get your ball pythons from?

[@matthewpowell4397]

Thank you for this video! So helpful

[@ethanguidry312]

Do you put the uvb light on the same side of your radiant heat panel?

[@Nok112]

What would you recommend as the best first snake then?

[@nightinggale6470]

Corn snakes, king snakes, milk snakes, and rosy boas are all good for beginners.

[@nikibacher4691]

wait, pine can be toxic? i'm currently using a pine bedding that is marketed towards reptiles/snakes, shouldn't that be safe to use?

[@Gingerblossom6969ily]

Not everything marketed as animal safe is true. Take lavender scented hamster bedding for example. It's sold around tons of pet stores yet it's extremely bad for rodents because of their sensitive noses. I'm not an expert on snakes but I do hear there are a few different wood beddings that are bad for animals, so I would do a few google searches just to make sure

[@Erki750]

Good job talking about UVB👏

[@graysonwomelsdorf1516]

Sent this to a friend who is rescuing a ball python 😊

[@prestonstroble4921]

Do you have a discount code

[@marinam7172]

I have always had this question and I would really like to see if anyone has opinions! I have wanted a snake for a long time and I really want one but I'm wondering what ones are good for beginners and stay on the smaller size? Please let me know thanks!

[@tylerrugge]

IMO corn snakes are one of the best for beginners and they don’t get too big

[@marinam7172]

@@tylerrugge Thank you!

[@kawaiiunicornnugget8110]

Can you please make a corn snake version!

[@williamrosenberg5853]

I want a normal color baby ball python. I am going to a reptile expo in july to purchase a baby ball python.

[@strawberryblue1433]

This was so freakin great! thnx so much

[@Eternalozzie]

i never understand the whole uvb for ball python movement. in the wild they are nocturnal and receive close to zero uvb.

[@tylerrugge]

They’re crepuscular and are exposed to UVB in the wild in small amounts. I also saw a study that showed pythons given UVB had better levels of vitamin D. Although it doesn’t HAVE to be done, there are definitely benefits

[@nataliel9293]

They will actually bask in the wild. I know people who were doing research in the regions that royal/ball pythons inhabit and would see them basking just outside of the burrows that they could easily dart back into if they feel threatened. A study brought out last year also stated that they saw royals basking at the entrance of its burrow and that the trackers who collect them for the pet trade actively look out for signs of basking near burrow opening in order to know that there is very likely a royal in there. Nocturnal just means mostly Active during the night, but doesn't mean that they don't spend some time awake during the day/dawn/dusk.

[@safetyzone2962]

Nocturnal means MOSTLY active at night, not ONLY active at night.

[@PiffMimz]

I now own my own snake :D Hurray! Aaaaaand he is a ball python ;) He eats like a garbage disposal so I guess I got lucky.

[@bunnyvenomx]

also i laughed at the hedgehog decided to start digging 🤣

[@rosiecopeland6266]

I don't really have enough money for a ball python so I am going to work for it I really want a ball python so much they are so cute I have been doing research to get one I am going to work until I can get one but I don't know if I ever will soon.......:(

[@asherkarr5096]

Don't go under a 40 breeder I had one for many many years and it could barely fit two hide and a water dish I have seen people recommend keeping adults in 20 longs. Also on pvc enclousure they hold humidity and heat way better a diy wooden 72 gallon enclousure costs only around 200

[@mxauled]

omggg my ball pythons name is monty too! i just got him for my bday :)

[@jestonlott9969]

Hey I have a few questions if u don’t mind

[@chrismetalwilson2588]

Never understood the issue with live food that's what they would eat in the wild and personally I love watching the hunt but to everyone their own. At the end of the day as long as your snake is happy and healthy 👍

[@kai.nw-]

This is so useful

[@fletcher4098]

I must know where to buy that hoodie

[@tylerrugge]

I got it as a gift so I don’t know 😅

[@johnnymorgan557]

Like the hair bro

[@entreptiles]

Came for the snake info. Stayed cause he’s easy on the eyes. 🤤😅

[@BB-bq5eg]

8:53 ✍Don't✍burn✍your✍snek✍

[@xxyy1318]

You can get a rescue/adult/ senior if you don't want one that'll live 20 years. They need homes too and you'll know their eating habit is well established.

[@jsmxmlove1948]

Rn, Am watching how to take care of a ball python cause am gonna get a my sister one for her 10th Birthday, She got 2 years

[@mariachi560]

Woahhh now I really want a snek

[@Wenyi108]

I would've just mentioned the increased chance of impaction with Aspen.