New Snake Keepers Get These Things All Wrong

[@elizabethfortino8867]

I love it that Kent is in a Clint's reptile room shirt😂

[@GreenRoomPythons]

He's a big fan!

[@Melisski]

I noticed that, too! ❤

[@joitus]

“psychological games! gang wars! slap fights!” That really had me giggling🤣

[@westie430]

Don't forget explosions! I lol'd so hard🤣

[@PrettyCatEyes]

We're about to feed our new ball python for the first time, and your videos are invaluable. My son forced me to buy Sage, after he wrote me a paper explaining why he wanted one and basics of the reptile. We've had him (her? We didn't want to stress Sage out to find out for sure, so we'll find out when we find out 😂) for 6 days now and I am absolutely fascinated! I'm so afraid we'll do something wrong as newbies, but your videos have really, really helped me understand this gorgeous creature better and I'm excited and hope we can keep Sage happy and healthy for 20-30 years 😊

[@KimburLynn]

🤣🤣🤣🤣the way the noodle kept moving his head like "Ummm Bob... You're blocking my shot with your map... RUDE" I'm dying

[@spencerhawkins7872]

The vet clinic I take all my animals (dogs, cat, and snakes) to have 3 vets employed. One live stock or farm vet, one exotic animal vet, and one common house hold pet vet. They cover almost everything but are very honest about their capabilities and will absolutely refer outside their own office if they don’t think they’re able to handle the case.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

That's great!

[@TheCharleseye]

_I know, right? Like, I took my kid to a pediatrician and he disagreed with me about play pens, so now I know his medical degree is totally invalid!_

[@GreenRoomPythons]

It's a good analogy!

[@bryanspanjer3213]

Don’t worry that little discrepancies will harm your snake, is great advice that so many should take to heart

[@michaelfelter2057]

I was obsessing about food weight, and came to the same conclusion, I appreciate the reinforced knowledge!

[@everypaneofglass]

The only breeding season related thing I've noticed in my corn snakes is that my boys definitely get grumpy and restless for about a month every spring. Last year one of them tried to bite my cat, who was simply walking by just out of reach. I'm pretty certain he didn't feel threatened since since my cats are almost always nearby when I'm holding the snakes and he didn't seem stressed at all, I think he was just feeling froggy that day. The offended look on my cat's face as he skedaddled was priceless, though 😂

[@Kellllppp]

It’s difficult to find exotic vets but I recommend trying to find two just incase one is out or on vacation, something like that. Love the video!:)

[@wizeiii4709]

My brain comes with a monocle and a handlebar mustache! I call my brain Old Money, that’s how fancy!

[@turtlejeepjen314]

This channel has the most interesting, helpful, pro-animal videos I have ever seen!! I really appreciate the sense of humor!! (I respectfully observe that MANY folks take themselves waaay too seriously!!)

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Thanks so much, I appreciate the compliment! Glad you're enjoying the channel :-)

[@Tarras.Snake.Treasures]

My brain is not fancy… My brain is scattered all over the place 😂🤣

[@CJBorshard]

“You should see the politics side of the internet!” 😂🤣

[@CaptainDummyTalk2517]

Kent cracks me up. I am definitely not a fancy brain... my screen name is Captain DummyTalk for a reason 😂

[@momakajean]

Bob, I'm so impressed with your knowledge! Hey everyone wish Bob and Amy a safe and fun trip. Starts tomorrow. 😊

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Aw, thanks Mom!

[@assistanttotheregionalmana349]

You have a VERY talented son! I enjoy his channel so much!

[@afranklin3963]

Thank you for the idea of using a doggie playpen and for clearing up the "free roaming" issue. Love the videos you have of your snakes roaming about your room, you have given me a lot of ideas for out - of - enclosure play/explore areas. Have done this for years with my snakes and they appear to enjoy it, including going outside - please keep the good ideas coming!

[@gryaznygreeb]

Snakes are definitely resilient. My newest snake is a BP I named Orochi. He escaped from his last owner and lived under their house for over 2 months. He even survived a summer hail storm (Yeah, that happens in Colorado). His last owner assumed he was gone forever and sold the tank and everything after a few weeks. He had some stuck shed and really needed a meal, but he's doing great now. He's also stronger than my female BP, even though I handle them both the same amount and their enclosures have really similar climbing space and enrichment. I think all the crawling under the house gave him some strong muscles.

[@amybentley1291]

Oh hey! I was not expecting to be mentioned in this video! And what a very flattering photo you included of me!! Also, I'd already forgotten that whole discussion we had about albinos... and I definitely forgot that word you told me to remember. It's just going to have to be "T plus mayonnaise" because that word just doesn't want to stick in my brain. Also, I have absolutely been slapped by my snake before, so... Kent may have had a point there.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

I like to use that picture because it's definitely what you look like all the time! It's very accurately representative.

[@amybentley1291]

@@GreenRoomPythons oh, I absolutely agree! 🤪😊

[@Kamishigo]

I love this channel so much, you've really taught me a lot. So much so I finally felt confident and built a ball python enclosure. I got my new baby two days ago and now Im just waiting for him to adjust. He was very scared defensive when he arrived, he even struck once but that was my fault...but I still adore him. Hopefully, after a couple weeks and after he's eating regularly I can start working on getting him more comfortable with me.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Congrats on your new snake!

[@Wulfgeist]

Thanks for shedding some light on the genetics there at the end. My brain is *not* fancy and I have trouble keeping track of it all.

[@Pumkinseeds.]

My brain is mildly fancy. I understand but can’t retain.

[@Adotworm]

This is quite possibly the most relatable comment Ive seen in a while

[@JessicaSimonson1976]

I loves boas and have been my staple for over 39 years.

[@Kellz58]

Finally got my reptile room done, and I look forward to letting my boys out together next. It was always my plan, after watching you ❤ ty again for sharing yourself with us all.

[@ismewhat1234]

Your camera man is a troublemaker😂cool video

[@Mervy79]

Thanks again for all the advice, he's the only pet I've had as an adult, also rescued him and treated for respiratory infection, small rats from now on.

[@ItsAleshaRenee]

Great information as usual Bob (& Kent 😂) When’s the next live stream? It’s my goal to make it to one!!

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Next live stream is March 21st at 5:00 p.m. Pacific time :-)

[@ReleasedHollow]

Hey Bob, so the guideline I have been following for feeding is 10-15% of their body weight for the first year or until they hit 500g, whichever happens first, every 7 days. Then it goes down to 7% through the second year or until their weight stabilizes every 14 and then 5% every 15-20 days or 21-30 if the meal is slightly larger through the third year and on. I really like this guideline because instead of vaguely estimating by the width of the snake, in gives you some concrete numbers based on their body weight.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

That seems like it would probably work well

[@StephanieNorris0503]

Absolutely love your videos! I have been watching them for the past almost 2 months learning all I can because I wanted to get a ball python for the first time. Very very informative! I actually have a sweet baby coming Wednesday! She is a fire spider and does have a mild wobble, I picked her because I just have a big heart for special needs animals and your videos have helped prepare me to give her the best life possible. Thank you!

[@GreenRoomPythons]

I'm glad you're enjoying the channel, congrats on your new snake!

[@FurFamilyFocus-sf2en]

I love seeing Molly Malone. She is one of my favorites!

[@heatherbrunner2165]

❤ always great videos ty😊

[@SSLaser92436]

Hello Bob, no fancy Brain here sir. I now understand T+/T- better then I did. The whole ball python albino complex is crazy. Candy and lavender. Can even add in the T+ morphs. A video by you on that might be interesting? Hi Kent! Big fan. So no Kent’s corner this video was a bummer!

[@nutrigrubs3643]

Found the T+ and T- info super interesting. Thank you. 👍🏻

[@mrlamarruffin]

That hordes of Keepers board update was a smooth upgrade😉! timing upon scroll finishing was perfect.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Thanks! Still trying to smooth out some glitches but the scroll is working pretty well so far :-)

[@mcfivedad]

Good info, appreciate the brief genetic talk as well!

[@dreamdragon1745]

I have a T- blood python and instead of being yellow she is extremely red and white. Absolutely stunning animals, the T+ bloods also have some stunning reds while also having the possibility of having some stunning purples if selected for them. Albino animals in general are one of my absolute favourite, my first and only BP is an albino lavender black pastel. There is just something special about those red eyes of theirs.

[@Tarras.Snake.Treasures]

That was fantastic!!! I didn’t know that the ultramels were albinos. So cool! I just thought ball pythons didn’t have the T negative and T positive like boas and short tail pythons. Thanks for all the great info 👏😁

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@shonaghpatterson8526]

Finally the t+ thing makes sense.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

I'm glad that was helpful!

[@ettinakitten5047]

My brains are absolutely *covered* in ruffles, bows and sparkles, that's how fancy they are! No, but seriously, genetics is a fascination of mine. I learned about T+/T- with humans. In humans, T- albinism causes visual impairment but T+ doesn't (usually) because tyrosinase is important to retinal function. I think T- albino snakes also have visual impairment, but snakes don't care as much about visual acuity so it doesn't really affect them much.

[@MeanGreen1345]

Eyyy I'm 1k for likes!!! That aside 😂 this was really informative and I love all the care and information you have for snakes!! I'm getting a ball python (first snake, second reptile) next week! I'm really excited and doing lots more research! I had done research a few years ago but needed to brush up. Your channel has been really helpful! (Also looking at other sources) but best wishes!! ❤

[@nickster4219]

I use to deal with venomous when I was in the military, donated my collection when I out processed and finally getting back into them. I don’t have a roommate to help with venomous anymore as the wifey isn’t as crazy as I am but I started working under this nice lady Trina who breeds ball pythons. She gave me a tip with the spider genes that if you incubate them at a lower temp (I think 86* instead of 89*) they sometimes, not always, resolve the problem with wobble. I didn’t know if you knew this but if you do could you provide insight on why? Have you ever heard of that?

[@Erica-PlaneSnakes]

Fun video Bob! I never knew about t+ vs t- either until I got into boas. Those darn fancy Ball Python gene naming people!

[@rachaels8leggedwonders448]

Loved the T-pos/neg explanation! I have a t-pos boa, as well :)

[@amandapogge6945]

We love your videos! We just added our second ball python to our reptile family. Your videos helped us get through a mini-food strike with our first ball python, and hopefully, we'll avoid one with our second.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Congrats on your new snake!

[@jaxxom87]

“Wait until you’d see the political-“ “Kent, no.” I laughed aloud at that. I also want to point out that my hognose is using psychological warfare against me.

[@TheWarriorbrood]

Thanks for your videos! Love them.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Thanks for your support!

[@carbonadofarms]

Kent was on fire this video! 😂😂😂

[@GreenRoomPythons]

😉😉

[@Hogstrictors]

The t-positive and neg info was really interesting and you made it very understandable for my very non fancy brain, haha. Kent and his internet politics and ways snakes can murder is hilarious!! Kent never fails to crack us up!! Your lucy BP Kayta is gorgeous!!!!!!!!!!

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed this one!

[@DjDiDAS]

Hey... just started watching your channel a couple days ago. Was trying to find some info online and stumbled on your channel. Thought I would try asking you. My BP has recently started spending a lot of time in her water dish. And before you ask. Yes, I have thoroughly checked for mites and there is none. Not on her or in the enclosure. So I know she isn't trying to drown them off. Its not uncommon for her to soak before her sheds but lately she has just been hanging out in the water dish for hours and days. She use to spend a lot of time in her hides. But for some reason over the last month she has got into this weird routine of soaking for hooooooours lol then curling up on the top of one her hide.. (specifically the one under the upper tank heat emitter) Temps in her tank are as follow (Hot side 85) (the water dish she soaks in reads at 80 when I use my infrared temp gun to check it) and cool side is 75.... any ideas?

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Sometimes they just like soaking in their water dish. It's an individual thing with ball pythons. As long as there's no mites, it's nothing to worry about. Glad you're enjoying the channel!

[@JessicaSimonson1976]

There are no exotic vets in my area. Many of the vets won't see birds, reptiles, exotic small animals.

[@triplefreeerror]

It’s interesting that Ultramel is T+ albino. Ultramel is on my bucket list, but my understanding was ultramel was bread out of the same line as the original caramels but is genetically distinct, which if it is albanism, means one line had two seperate albino genes.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Yes, it is distinct. There are different lines of albinism. Some compatible and some not

[@Hamburglar009]

Great video Bob and Kent!

[@the_devils_decade]

My juveniles male 100g struck at my female 76g. Just got him but he is odd.. not accurate with his strikes. Fell off his hide and went bully up for a minute until I adjusted him. Idk may be to early to tell but I am keeping a close eye on him.

[@pencildragon1961]

My brain is so fancy, it has a top hat.😃

[@Echo_Isles]

I have only moderately fancy brains. But they get a bit more fancied up after watching vids like this one.

[@Catxnxmouse]

Hi Bob! Thanks for another enjoyable video! I just wanted to say that I appreciate everything you do and hope you have a great day☺️

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Thank you so much, I appreciate that!

[@Ytusrrnamefromyt]

Is it wrong to have speakers in the same room the snake's enclosure is? Does loud music stress him?

[@GreenRoomPythons]

I would make sure the speakers are not touching any of the furniture that the enclosure is on. Snakes can feel vibration and if those speakers are vibrating the enclosure, even slightly, it can cause stress.

[@Ytusrrnamefromyt]

@@GreenRoomPythons Thank you! I have him in my office and sometimes I like to play music when I work, and often times I might exagerate with the volume. Just to be safe I'll make the snake's room speakers free.

[@caughtafaygo]

spyder sucks! Boa Gang! *smoke poof ninja disappear* awesome vid! Absolutely love what you do Bob and thanks for all the hard work!

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Glad you're enjoying the channel!

[@hilkkadegraaf6194]

Can always learn something new! Did not realise ultramel is a type of albino

[@Baka.senpai.]

You should make a care guide, or just video on bci’s! I really want one, but I’m worried about their adult size, I can’t seem to find any consistent info on how big males get. I have a chronic pain disorder so I worry about being able to handle one when they are full grown.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Wait till you see next week's video ;-)

[@bradenselkirk4930]

Hey Bob! Thanks for the great videos. Heres a question, how often should I handle a nervous snake? I want them to understand that i am not a threat, but i also dont want to overwhelm her. My yearling mojave is quite anxious about being picked up, but does fine once out

[@GreenRoomPythons]

I have several videos that talk about ways to socialize your snake without picking them up all the time. Those techniques are good to use with more nervous snakes. You don't want them to associate your hands with stress.

[@bradenselkirk4930]

@@GreenRoomPythons so it's probably a better idea just to be in her presence, open tub, and eventually (hopefully) she will come around. Thanks!

[@SoupyPuppet]

How do I clean a log that I’m bringing from outside? Planning on cutting up one tomorrow and didn’t think too much about cleaning it tbh. I appreciate the help.

[@faithcrisis2138]

I've got an odd question: How do you know if your snake was stunted? I've had my girl since October 1st and she weighed approximately 250 grams. She is currently 745 grams, not overweight and eats now every 8-10 days now that she's a bit bigger. Are they supposed to grow that quickly?

[@alexlevesque9687]

Really depends on the species and the life stage

[@GreenRoomPythons]

They all grow at their own pace. Just make sure that you're feeding appropriately sized meals and they'll grow to whatever their genetics allow.

[@KacieRiley]

I dunno why but I could see Kent being the type to believe in qanon 😂

[@joitus]

lol and I definitely guessed the first question people ask about Kayda😂 I found the antics of the video super fun Bob

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Good guess, glad you liked the video!

[@mikefas5406]

Good video as always! Any chance I can email you a question about shedding? We own a children's python or a spotted python(I'm honestly not sure which it is). 🙂

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Sure you can email me. I do have a video on shedding though if that helps

[@cara9648]

My brain is half fancy, I guess 😂 I have a lot of random knowledge, but there is so much I don't know.

[@jacksona1262]

I think I learned about t+ and t- albino with toffeebelly hognoses. But now I can't remember if they actually are t+.

[@sts0519]

I’m not a new keeper, but I’d love some tips on how to get a ball python to switch back over to rats after being fed f/t ASF? I initially offered it to a different snake who wouldn’t eat f/t (he does now) but he wasn’t interested. Offered to another snake that already ate rats. Big mistake! Now he’s stuck on ASF. 😅

[@ruthyoung8933]

Great video ty

[@ParkerTaylor-g1w]

hi bob i love your videos i am trying to convince my parents to let me have a ball python i have showed them your videos of how nice they are and a ton of other things do you have any ideas for me to convince them i have been trying for a 2.5 months any ideas

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Sounds like you're doing the right thing, keep doing what you're doing and be patient. It might take a while ;-)

[@loriw2661]

For the 2nd year in a row. Darwin has gone off food starting the end of December and ending right about now. Last year I freaked out. This year I was hoping it didn’t happen but it did😢 The difference is I knew what was going on. He glass surfs almost the whole time. His parameters are all good so I think it may be breeding mode?/🐍❤️🐍 Kent is hilarious!!

[@GreenRoomPythons]

It could have to do with breeding but it also might just be a cycle that Darwin happens to be in. He might slip into that at the same time each year

[@loriw2661]

@@GreenRoomPythons Makes sense. I hope you’re having a blast on your trip!

[@GreenRoomPythons]

@@loriw2661 We leave in a couple days and I'm not even close to ready 😅

[@loriw2661]

@@GreenRoomPythons Lmao!! Still got that big pile on the floor???😂 I hope you have a blast!

[@Pythons.Hideaway]

Brain is fancy like future Bob's hats

[@fullonsociopath]

So now I'm confused about T pos vs. Hypomelanistic?

[@GreenRoomPythons]

They are similar. Hypomelanism is a type of albinism that allows for partial pigment.

[@MrFishBlood]

Hey Bob, thanks for all the info! I'm doing research in anticipation of getting a new snake. I've kept small snakes (garter snakes, and a red belly snake) successfully years ago, and I'm heavily leaning toward keeping my first larger snake, a ball python. I have a question that I haven't seen anyone else ask yet... How feasible would it be to take a ball python out of the house to visit some kids for a few hours? I have a little neice and nephew who live nearby, and it might be cool to bring a ball python over for some educational interaction with them. Can this be done with the animal's well-being in mind? If so, are there any special concerns? Should it be avoided at all costs?

[@TheCoryAyers]

I only own one boa, I'm guessing what you said about food sizes for adults also applies to boas. Is that correct? I don't own any pythons, I watch because you're entertaining.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

I'm glad you're enjoying the videos! Yes that applies as well but Boas don't generally eat as much as ball pythons - until they get larger. Next week's video will specifically apply to your snake ;-)

[@patrickalilbitofeverything5181]

As always great video and great information

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Thank you!

[@troublingleaf]

Hi kent, I'm a huge fan of your knowledge, I just bought an adult rat snake, and I'm wondering, can it cohabit with my girlfriends hamster? It looks really jealous when it sees the hamster on the wheel, but I tried putting a wheel in it's viv and it doesn't seem to know how to use it, if I put them together will the hamster teach the snake how to use the wheel?

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Kent says to be careful of both snakes AND hamsters.... And wheels aren't the safest thing to have in your house either.

[@troublingleaf]

@@GreenRoomPythons thank you for this valuable information, I'll fit brakes just to be safe, to the animals and the wheels.

[@tamischmidt5281]

Dominic l00ks exactly like ron... When he had his first shed w/me, omg it was so0 beautiful, the colors that came out on him... He was glowing So way koolio 🐍💚💚🐍

[@MatthewNelson-pi3tl]

My normal ball python is named Echo as well!

[@amethystbickham4993]

Who has the best KZbin channel for corn snakes?

[@sixteezchild]

Well let me tell you I have 60's child baby boomer 61 year old fancy brains!!! What do you bring to the table?!?

[@acaciaballpythons]

Couple things...I worked in the veterinary field, and exotics rescue and rehabilitation, also in various other areas of the pet industry for over 10 years. Im sad to report there is a lot of sketchiness in the veterinary practice, especially with exotics. Its one of the reasons i left that career path. Animals do not have the same legal rights that people do, and therefore theres a lot of vested interests involved. Yes a reptile vet is useful for testing and diagnosing your animals because they have resources that you dont, but often the treatment method is incorrect. They are trained to prioritize the most profitable option, not what is actually best for the snake. Antibiotics are way over prescribed and reptile vets often do more harm than good without actually resolving the cause of the problem, which as we all know is husbandry related 90% of the time. I wish it wasn't true but it is unfortunately. Second, I live in NH and its cold 7 months out of the year. I dont have a climate controlled facility, just an apartment. Theres a always big difference seasonally. My snakes have a bigger appetite in the summer, and have lower activity levels and are more picky about food in the winter. Especially the adult males which tend to skip a month or 2 of feeding. Im sure in areas with more mild climates like California or Texas or Florida thats not always the case, but in a place with seasonal extremes it can happen. Our winter temps can go below 0 and our summers can get over 90.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Even though you may have had a bad experience with the veterinary industry, it is still best to find a good exotic vet if someone thinks their animal is having a medical problem. Avoiding medical treatment is not a good option for the animal. That was the only point I was making in the video :-) I'm originally from the Northwest and I know below freezing temperatures. I have lots of friends who keep snakes in climates like that and they just make sure that their enclosures stay regulated. You definitely might see a change in your snakes behavior if you are letting their enclosures drop significantly during a certain season. The temperatures in the wild for ball pythons are pretty steady year-round so we try to replicate that inside their cage regardless of what's happening with the weather outside.

[@justinkline1294]

Hah! I really thought that my BP went off food because of the season, not even thinking about her being from African climate (literally, she's a captive-hatched import). Now I'm at a loss as to what triggered the fast. I guess just be grateful that she ate again . . . .

[@natashapretoruis]

So you can't keep 2 bps in one inclosure?

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Nope! Give them each their own enclosure.

[@AndrewHause-b4u]

what morph is at the 12:24 mark? thank you for the videos learning a lot

[@jenniferowens7813]

I love the information you've given on letting your ball python's free roam! My question is can you do the same thing with BCI's? I have two juveniles, one male and one female, very close in size and I want to start letting them free roam together but I can't really find any info about it. Thanks!!

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Yes you can, same precautions and rules apply

[@jenniferowens7813]

@@GreenRoomPythons Thank you! I'm going to start letting them have supervised time out and about!

[@staycewhite808]

So I now have a second snake and and getting a 3rd tomorrow. 2nd is a ghi female. She was a rescue I got. And the 3rd one I'm getting is a clown also a rescue. He was a impulse buy and they got scared of him. He is a beautiful clown. I found a forever home for the ghi going this weekend but I love clowns so I may keep it. So my question is they both are completely nocturnal. Will pretty much stay in a Hide during the day but as soon as the sun sets they come out. So should I leave them alone during the day and wait till they come out at night to hold them. It's dark in the room when they come out.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

You'll see there behaviors shift over time but I like to handle my snakes when they are up and out. If you want to take them out during the day occasionally it's not a big deal as long as you're not doing it everyday.

[@Lilacskiez7]

What morph exactly is The Inspector? My new baby boy Nobu looks just like him! Down to the cute little “blue” cap on his head. I can’t remember the morph he was. He’s my first snake and I’m still learning alot about morphs. 2:48

[@GreenRoomPythons]

He's got a lot going on. He's a banana super orange dream enchi Firefly.

[@jimwoodard64]

Just call me Mr. Fancy Brains... :D My brain is so fancy, Dolly Parton sang a song about it.😄😃😅

[@theshadowking3198]

Should you move snakes out their enclosure when you feed them?

[@GreenRoomPythons]

No you should not. I have some beginner ball python videos that will help with that kind of stuff.

[@theshadowking3198]

@@GreenRoomPythons oh ok I was a little confused because that’s what the pet smart employees kept saying but I saw others didn’t do that thank you

[@ReleasedHollow]

​@@theshadowking3198for some reason or another big chain pet shop (petsmart/pet supplies plus etc) employees give out the worst advice. I don't know if it's because they have been told to say it or that they are a non reptile person working in a job that deals with reptiles and are expected to give out advice. For example many of these employees will tell you Aspen is perfect for ball pythons, when in fact it is one of the worst. Aspen is dry, doesn't hold moisture and very quickly molds at the humidity a BP requires. You better off with Cypress mulch or coconut husk, even a mixture of potting soil (pesticide free) and coco coir is better at holding humidity.

[@triplefreeerror]

snake fungal desease is a real problem in the north east us

[@kaitlynsteel7079]

I’m a new BP keeper and I have many worries about if I’m keeping my new love safe or not. I have a heat mat at the moment (will be switching to ceramic heat emitter) but I’m having a rough time keeping the cool end of his enclosure not too cool. I’m also worried about him burning himself on the glass where the heat mat is. I have a heat gun and keep monitoring regularly when I’m home to make sure I’m not freezing or burning him alive😅. Also, do I need to turn off the heat and light source off at night? What if it gets too cold? We live in mid California

[@GreenRoomPythons]

I have a ball python care guide that will help you... Turn the light off at night but keep the heat source on, make sure the glass doesn't get over 90° and your snake will sit there without burning. You may need to turn the heat up in the room that the enclosure is in to keep it warm enough on the cool side, or add another heat source that will keep that end around 80°

[@staycewhite808]

Another question i have ive been doing a ton for research on pvc. Ive seen articles that say pvc is toxic . Is this true or is it certain kind of pvc. Ive been making awesome enclosures. Ive been making them from hdpe like what milk jugs and food storage is made of.

[@GreenRoomPythons]

PVC is a very common material to make enclosures out of. I have a number of them and they are totally safe. It's what I recommend as the best type of cage for a snake.

[@edneir2895]

I have questions about feeding. Where do I send my questions?

[@LukePhillipsU80kgStrongman]

Love your videos im very new to ball pythons ive had mine for 3 weeks now shes eating great been fed twice and due 3rd meal today but she yet to ...poo ? I dont know if thats normal in young baby BP couldnt find a video on this on your page so could possibly be an idea for a video haha because theres few things im wondering Its is normal, should i keep feeding as normal or wait on her pooing 1st ive tried the warm water for 15 mins trick with no luck. Ive read mixed views online some saying they can go months with out pooing because they digesting system is so efficient and some saying they should go around 8 days after food. Thank you for any help you can give me

[@GreenRoomPythons]

They'll go when they're ready. Some snakes only poop when they shed. Nothing to worry about

[@LukePhillipsU80kgStrongman]

@@GreenRoomPythons aw thats ok then thank you for your help 😀

[@eymi5742]

is it okay to free roam with male and female corn snake?

[@GreenRoomPythons]

I wouldn't do it with adults but I probably wouldn't free roam corn snakes anyway. They can get out of sight pretty quickly

[@CaptainDummyTalk2517]

I wonder if a playpen situation would work out.. My corn snake escaped his tank the first night I had him. He was found before I even knew he got out! Little hatchling went all through the house to a completely different room.

[@eymi5742]

@@CaptainDummyTalk2517 yea I would love to make a little place for them to explore :D

[@CaptainDummyTalk2517]

@eymi5742 I never tried it myself... was too worried, especially since he had already managed to escape once.. his roaming was limited to a warm tree [me]. 😅

[@tsumi79]

We literally just got our first snake, ball python girl. 3 days ago and there seems to be something hanging from her mouth. Looks like it may be a tooth that has come out. With her being so new, should we try to get it out or wait a few day to see if it comes out on it's own?

[@GreenRoomPythons]

I would keep an eye on it for a few days and possibly see if that if you think it could be problematic

[@DawntheCrone77]

Query- How about lights, regular or UVB, and white or very like light colored snakes? I read that it can be dangerous (by burning) for them. My bullsnake is creamy white with yellow saddles (hypo, albino, axanthic). I give her reg. or UVB lighting one hour a day, three to five times a week. How do you address this with your light gals and guys?

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Lights are not a problem at all for a lighter colored snake. Snakes scales don't get sunburned like skin does... I've never heard that particular myth before, but it may have come from somebody talking about albino snakes having a light sensitivity with regard to their eyes.

[@DawntheCrone77]

Thank you. That's a relief to know. I knew she couldn't get a 'sunburn' but it was suggested a 'burn' on the inside. Wasn't willing to take a chance.

[@Chedderbob0613]

Can you help me with my feeding problem? I get my ball to strike and wrap up her food but then she just leaves it. What do I do or is she on strike?

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Just reheat the rodent and offer again

[@Chedderbob0613]

@GreenRoomPythons thank you!!