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Ball pythons feed mainly on small mammals
such as mice and small rats. Younger snakes
have been observed feeding on birds. Being
in a captive environment, Sitka is currently
fed 2 mice every second week (in winter they
are fed once every two weeks due to them
going through hibernation and becoming less
active. In summer they are fed once a week).
Being a cold blooded animal and due to their
slow metabolism, they don’t require food on
a daily basis.
Once fully grown, they average at approximately 1,2m in length. Quite
a small little python compared to other species of pythons found! Even
though ball pythons are the smallest python in Africa and may not
reach an impressive size like other python species, their huge personali-
ty makes up for the deficit. These little characters make good first time
pets for the avid reptile keeper. Ball Pythons can reach an age of up to
30 years in captivity!
Due to their popularity in the pet trade, breeders have come up with
some impressive morphs of this magnificent animal.
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