Ball pythons are among the most popular of all pet snakes, and make interesting pets for both beginning herp hobbyists and professional breeders. Due to the ongoing popularity of ball python morphs. The author has given both physical and genetic descriptions for nearly all of the known ball python morphs and varieties that were available at the time of writing. Ball python breeding and egg incubation substrates by. The everpopular and wonderfully colored ball python. A female ball python should be at least 1200 grams before breeding, which she should reach at between 2 and 3 years of age. Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care, breeding. Much of this popularity is due to the amazing number of color mutations. Available ball pythons dave green reptiles captive. I was curious if males are like other animals in that you can breed them as much as you want without. As we learn, we incorporate that knowledge into our rack building. Each ball python for sale can be purchased in full or on a payment plan. If you got all the way through the acquisition of healthy snakes and raised them for the next three to four years and got sexually mature animals to reproduce it would be a real shame to. Ball pythons are beautiful snakes, and the book is illustrated throughout with informative and fascinating figures and images.
When you buy an animal, i offer a 100% satisfaction gaurantee. Python regius the rising star ball pythons have always been a cornerstone reptilian pet. Plus, with ball python breeding season in swing just as this issue is hot off the press, theres no better time than the present to include ball pythons within your reptile displays. With all that said have fun, it truly is an amazing feeling of accomplishment to see your first hatchling ball python head poking out from its. Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care. Ball python breeding is fun, and ranks as one of the best things about having a snake as a pet. As a result, our staff is able to make changes immediately. The way the 588page book is put together tells a real story of why ireland is one of the best cattlebreeding countries in the world. Ball python breeding can be as simple as leaving two or more snakes together throughout the winter months or as precise and targeted as using a single male to successfully inseminate a dozen or more females in a single calendar year.
To breed ball pythons, you should get the necessary equipment like an egg box, perlite or vermiculite, an incubator, and a generator. Ball pythons the history, natural history, care, and breeding this is the most detailed and comprehensive book ever written about one species of snakeand not just any snake either. These amazing bundles represent a breeding group and are available in a number of different morphs. This book is essiental for anyone who wants to breed ball pythons for fun or. Ball pythons spend their entire lives in the wild preparing for this one annual event you should spend just as much time on it as they do. Slowly but surely we are adding snakes to our collection page on this our new site. I kept various snakes as a child and returned to ball pythons in the summer of 2008, i aim to produce beautiful combinations of ball pythons, and hopefully some more world firsts. Available ball pythons dave green reptiles captive bred. Sometimes clutches are so big she can hardly wrap herself around them. They are a docile species that doesnt get very large, are long lived 2530 years or more and are very easy to keep. I believe it should only be done for research and of course to raise numbers of endangered species. Pythons at amazon there is enough general information on husbandry that many owners will find it a useful general resource. There are so many strategies that people out there are using, many with great success. I was reluctant to buy the book since it seems that almost all the information one would need about care breeding morphs of the ball python can be found on the internet, but i am so glad i did buy it.
Like all other pythons, it is a nonvenomous constrictor. An email or text message with a photo of the exact ball python must be received by jimmy whom conducts our ball python sales within the notify time frame or all guarantees are nullified. For more information about ball python care, visit this article. Im pretty sure i have a male ball python because he stops eating in early january and then begins to eat in late june is this becasue it is breeding season. For general great info on how to keep the animals and breed them then either the book from vpi pythons of the world part ii ball pythons or the complete ball bython by nerd. I think if you speak to any snake breeder, theyll tell you, you arent going to get rich on breeding snakes unless you invest a metric butt ton of money on buying something thats guaranteed to produce something truly unique or rare. But if youre completely inexperienced with breeding pet snakes, you might not know where to start. How to breed ball pythons a guide to successful breeding. Kevin mccurley runs new england reptile distributors n. If you then want to see what morphs have been made along with their ingredients then john berry just released a new version of his designer morphs book.
I want to use this breeding season as an opportunity to shoe some of the breeding behavior you can expect from ball pythons. Ball pythons python regius is one of the smaller species of python which originate from west africa. Ball pythons in captivity professional breeders series. Not planning on breeding at the moment, but i was wondering how often a ball python can be bred, how long gestation is, and approximately how many eggs are laid on average. Ball pythons the history, natural history, care, and breeding this is the most detailed and comprehensive book ever written about one species of. Buy complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care, breeding, and genetic mutations by kevin mccurley isbn. Our highly trained and skilled craftsmen build all freedom breeder reptile racks inhouse.
Frontier elite 2 samelek 2, alien breed 2 item 11 3. Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care, breeding, and genetic mutations. This book is essiental for anyone who wants to breed ball pythons for fun or profit. And weighing in at we weigh our clutches to get a per egg average. Feb 04, 2018 i want to use this breeding season as an opportunity to shoe some of the breeding behavior you can expect from ball pythons. Mar 23, 2009 no, healthy ball pythons are known to fast and off feed at anytime but, do it primarily during the cooler parts of the year.
Excellent book with incredible pictures of the different morphs. Apply those points for a discount on future purchases. I have a wide array of ball python morphs for sale. Jkr ball python breeding schedule the ball street journal. When considering the best breeding size for a male ball python, i generally like to put them in the 600 to 900 gram range. A great first ball python book to add to my collection of reptile books. A 25% deposit is required with the balance paid over the next 14 months, depending on the total purchase price. A complete ball python breeding guide for beginners. In the 1990s genetic variations called morphs began to arise and captive breeding of this species began to become more popular. My name is richard deadman, i have been keeping ball pythons since 2008.
Most ball python books offer a brief chapter on care, followed by several chapters on color variations, snake breeding, etc. And chapter 6, the morphs because of the books breadth of information, all snake keepershobbyists and scientists, professionals and beginnerswill find this book a treasure of carefully researched and detailed information relevant to the maintenance and. Some will go their 2nd winter but they still must be 1500 grams or more. Females are usually ready to be bred their 3rd winter and over 1500 grams in weight. Mar 31, 2016 its ball python breeding season and for most of you out there involved in the hobby the next four months will be filled with snakes laying eggs and hopefully racks filled with babies at the end of the season. The ball python mutation world is ever changing, but this is one of the definitive books on the subject. Posted on november 15, 20 by anotherpartofme6 standard. The ball python python regius is the smallest form of african python, originally hailing from subsaharan africa.
Breeding ball pythons is not simply something you just do one day, it is an event which consumes an entire year. He has successfully designed and bred many never before seen ball python morphs. Ball python breeding and egg incubation substrates by xyzreptiles. Make sure she is finished laying before removing her. Written by a respected breeder of ball pythons, this book covers a wide variety of key topics such as housing, health care, breeding, and genetics. This is the smallest of the african pythons and is popular in the pet trade, largely due to. The key is to understand that the snakes do most of the heavy lifting.
Ball pythons as pets your complete owners guide grab this great physical book now at a limited time discounted price. Tips for successful breeding after some experience caring for ball pythons, i would encourage anyone interested to try and breed them. As mentioned before their size and disposition go along way to make these snakes the ultimate python for beginners and breeders alike. Broghammer is a german herpeteculturist with a long vested interest in. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Ive taken footage from the last few days and compiled them into this. Guide to royal python breeding here is a simple guide to breeding your royal python. Before embarking on breeding however you need to be sure you will be able to find good homes for any offspring you produce and. D and is considered one of the top experts in this field. As with most snakes, the weight of a ball python is a bit more important than the age of the snake when determining if the snake is ready for breeding. Fall to even late fall is the natural breeding season for ball pythons. But there is also a dire need for books that focus exclusively on snake care information, and thats exactly what this ebook does. How to breed ball pythons a guide to successful breeding by.
Since 2000 we have been putting together a collection of morphs and combinations that will inspire you, our customers, and soon to be customers. Ball python breeding, where to buy, types, care, temperament, cost, health, handling, husbandry, diet, and much more included. If you want a more complete history of the ball python, only the barkers book is better. Mark seward with colette and dan sutherland and the ball python manual published by advanced vivarium systems. Having an understanding of genetics is important if you are thinking about jumping into reptile breeding, especially if you are interested in producing different color and pattern morphs. Amateur hobbyist or professional breeder, this is a must ha. Most likely, if you are reading this, you are considering the pros and cons of getting a ball python as a pet, and you want to find out as much about them as possible.
She was also featured in the very first indepth videodvd that covered ball python breeding produced by dr. Run your fingers down her belly to feel for any more eggs. Amateur hobbyist or professional breeder, this is a must have book. Time spent in planning is gained back a hundred times over in the future. Full figured sub betty bang serves saoa jay nn ball gagt be. Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care, breeding, and genetic mutations kevin mccurley on. A comprehensive guide to care, breeding, and genetic. Below you will find a list of ball pythons that are currently available for sale. Whether you are serious breeder looking for premium stock or simply a hobbyist taking it to the next level the breeders bundles are for you. Its ball python breeding season and for most of you out there involved in the hobby the next four months will be filled with snakes laying eggs and hopefully racks filled with babies at the end of the season. They are becoming more and more scarce in the wild, and the fewer ball pythons that have to be imported from the wild the better. Their reasonable size of 46 foot as adults is perfect for all levels of snake keepers.
This article was original published in the june 20 issue of the ball street journal newsletter. There are exceptions to this size and i suggest that the breeding size of a male should be heavily determined by the size and number of females he is intended to breed with. We have created breeders bundles to take the hassle out of putting that special group together. If you are interested in breeding this species for profit, or wish to produce highly desirable morphs, then this book is a starting point. Kevin is the owner of nerd ball pythons, and he is an expert on the subject. I like the idea of the game, but i wish somebody more experienced would take on the creation of it. In the wild, the eggs are incubated by the female under the ground via a shivering motion, and hatch after 55 to 60 days. The comprehensive owners guide the herpetocultural library. If you got all the way through the acquisition of healthy snakes and raised them for the next three to four years and got sexually mature. This species of python has become one of the most popular snakes in the pet trade. Ball pythons by colette sutherland nook book ebook. Best quality reptile racks for sale freedom breeder.
We take pride in our product and strive to be the best. Mar 15, 2006 this is one of the books that is considered the bible when it comes to breeding designer morph ball pythons. Browse hundreds of reptile breeders and sellers in the united states. This kind of information is very useful to a firsttime snake keeper. Where else can you go and see over 400 ball python morphs on one page. I always choose quality over quantity and do what ever is neccesary to maintan the highest level of health with all of my animals. The time will be determined by the receipt time fedex provides online of the delivery. The history, natural history, care, and breeding by david g. A comprehensive bibliography lists articles, papers, and books written about the species.
Eight tips for success when building a ball python collection plan plan plan. The next step after successful reproduction and egg. Temperature drops begin at the same time as introduction, we generally lower the hot spot to 85 or 86 degrees where the ambient temperature stays around 79 or 80 degrees. Genetics 101 one of the most fascinating aspects of herpetoculture today is the production and combination of many new genetic mutations. To view a larger image, simply click on the picture of. C tinley show, where we will begin introducing males into females cages as well as dropping the temperatures at night.
This is one of the books that is considered the bible when it comes to breeding designer morph ball pythons. There have been instances where smaller females have produced viable clutches but it is rare and the clutches are small. Start by clicking in the field and start typing a morph name select by click in the list or press enter to pick the selected morph. The extraordinary variations of color and pattern for which ball pythons are known and selectively bred are showcased in a gallery featuring some of the most beautiful snakes in the world. I think if you speak to any snake breeder, theyll tell you, you arent going to get rich on breeding snakes unless you invest a metric butt ton of money on buying something thats guaranteed to. Also, i will consult you on making sure the animal you select is the best choice for you. How to breed ball pythons, incubating ball python eggs. There are now over 3000 different, distinctive color and pattern combinations that have been created.
A topnotch ball python manual will offer you the most complete, detailed information on husbandry and breeding. Top 3 books about care of ball pythons of 2020 the spruce pets. How to breed ball pythons, incubating ball python eggs ball python breeding can be as simple as leaving two or more snakes together throughout the winter months or as precise and targeted as using a single male to successfully inseminate a dozen or more females in a single calendar year. Colette sutherland has kept and bred ball pythons for more than 35 years. To view breeders of a particular species, navigate to that subcategory. This is a topic i feel strongly about, in general i do not agree with animal breeding for profit purposes. The ball python manual at amazon this 76page softcover book is considered by many to be the best ball python reference on the market. Our advice to anyone that is seriously interested in breeding ball python is work with morphs that you love and remember that you are responsible for the care and well being of these fascinating animals. Morphmarket has 1231 ball python sellers in our usa region. Here you can select any basic gene for both male and female, calculate and then see what the possible outcome will be. There is no doubt that successfully breeding your royals and producing healthy offspring is a fascinating and rewarding experience.
We feel that it is better to have a book or video, than a few sheets of paper that could easily get lost, therefore we recommend that you purchase dr. She has authored two books on the captive care and breeding of ball pythons. Adult ball pythons average in size from three to five feet life span. To view a larger image, simply click on the picture of the snake you wish to view or click on the title of the snake. Full text of cu amiga magazine issue 046 internet archive. Jan 22, 2014 this article was original published in the june 20 issue of the ball street journal newsletter. Most obviously, this book is much newer than the other books out there. Here is a simple guide to breeding your royal python. Ball python breeding question i am asking purely out of curiosity. To breed a snake to a normal ball python, just dont. This is for all of you who asked me for a step by step on how to breed ball pythons.
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