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Q: whats wrong with my snake?
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magnum_levine

My ball python czar used to be very active, during the day and at night (Im a noc shift person, so if im not at work im most likly at home and i do watch him). Now this was when he was in his old, and smaller cage which he out grew. I put him in a bigger cage, 4long, 2 1/2deep and 2 1/2 tall, all he does is stay in his hiding rock. but he does cont. to eat, his temps are good, 70 to 80 gradient. I spray down his cage once a day for humidity. I know ball are very scettish, so should I be worried? or since hes eating i shouldnt really freak?


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Points: 150
Topics: General Health , Caging
Tags: Ballpython, Problem
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Accepted Answer 9/17/2011 10:32:17 PM

aaron

a little more heat sounds in order, but I just think he's happy where he's at. :)

constant cruising is not normal in my experience, remember they're secretive by nature... there may be an adjustment time for him, while he's unsure of his new surroundings, but sounds like he's being a ball

 
Assisted Answer 9/17/2011 11:14:23 PM

Doomtrooper

+1 Aaron  he also may be a little freaked out by the size of his new cage 

 
Assisted Answer 9/17/2011 11:30:32 PM

AlphaO6

I agree that he needs time to adjust to a big cage and that the overall temps need to be raised.

 
Assisted Answer 9/17/2011 11:32:05 PM

Miss Andrea

I agree, more heat, hot spot should be 90. I would also add some more decor to his new home. Make sure there are lots of places for him to hide and feel hidden. This may help him feel more comfortable. I wouldn't worry too much if he is still eating, that will be the biggest indicator that he is unhappy.

 
Author Comment 9/18/2011 12:13:37 AM

magnum_levine

thank you everyone! decor is good, theres more in there than his last cage. Ill increase his temp to. :)

 
Member Comment 9/18/2011 7:59:50 AM

LGray23

If he was active during the day that means he was more than likely stressed. They are nocturnal and should only be active at night. I also suggest getting a UTH with a thermostat to get a hot spot of 90.

 

Here is a caresheet, please read through it.

http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?127203-Ball-Python-(Python-regius)-Caresheet

 
Author Comment 9/18/2011 10:40:47 AM

magnum_levine

^^ yup all thats been done, thz

 
Assisted Answer 9/18/2011 2:19:33 PM

Cynspin

Don't worry if he's not active. BP's are commonly referred to as "pet rocks" because they tend to be very sedentary. The fact that he's still eating is a good sign! Everyone has given you good advice on temps and tank furniture :)

 
Member Comment 9/18/2011 7:42:46 PM

aaron

Feel free to follow up in a few months on this question and let us know how things are going. These things are great for people having the same problems.

Cheers!

 
Member Comment 9/18/2011 7:43:08 PM

aaron

Beautiful pied, btw... very nice

 
Author Comment 9/18/2011 7:53:07 PM

magnum_levine

thank you very much, I didnt know how great of an animal he would turn out to be, he is my favorite herp that I have owned. cant wait to breed him

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