If you’re thinking about getting a pet snake, I suggest a python. The python is a non-venomous snake which is mainly found in Australia, Africa and Asia.
The most interesting fact about pythons is that they sense the odor of their prey at a distance. They suddenly attack the prey, swallow it, and it thereby dies from suffocation.
The size of python snakes ranges from 3 to 33 feet, and they can weigh up to 300 pounds. Large pythons can eat even pigs and it would take seven days to digest one. Smaller pythons eat mice and rats.
Pythons can survive quite well in both dry and wet conditions. These snakes also have the ability to swim and climb trees.
Python snakes would rarely hurt people if not provoked by them. A female python is very aggressive when defending her eggs and in such a situation it’s likely that she would attack. So be extremely careful.
There are a lot of species of python snakes and the most common type of pet is a ball python. The name “ball” sounds a bit funny, but that’s because they roll up and tuck their heads. Ball pythons are also known as King or Royal pythons.
Ball pythons are very distinctive, usually black with yellow markings, but are also found in many other colors.
As with any other pet, a python snake needs proper care–suitable housing, clean water and the right diet.
Housing. A 10-20 gallon tank will suit your small active snake.
Water. When shedding starts some snakes soak in water so you should provide your pet python with a large water dish and change the water regularly to keep it fresh.
Feeding. Your pet python would be glad to eat mice and rats, which can be found in pet stores.
Besides feeding and caring about the comfort of your python, you should give your love and attention to it. They will certainly enjoy frequent handling and petting.
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