Ball Python

Native to West African grasslands and forest clearings, Ball Pythons are solitary terrestrial creatures frequently inhabiting mammal burrows. In the wild, they mainly hunt at night and during the early hours of morning and evening (crespuscular).

This attractive species is and excellent choice of pet. They can reach a maximum length of 2 cm (6.5 ft), but they are usually much smaller at 1 m (3.3 ft). However, they are never too large to become unmanageable and have a great temperament.In Africa they are often called the 'Shame' snake due to their lack of fierceness. If disturbed or nervous, a Ball Python curls up into a ball with its head buried under its coils. This behaviour is rarely seen in captivity as they adapt readily and happily to life as a pet

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