Ball pythons require very specific husbandry care, food, shelter. I have both the complete ball python by kevin mccurley and ball pythons by david and tracy barker. 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. He has successfully designed and bred many never before seen ball python morphs. Finding ball pythons for sale online is an experience that will introduce you to a large group of professional as well as hobbyist breeders. At xyzreptiles we have had the benefit of producing ball pythons for the last 18 years and we can give you guaranteed genetics, healthy animals and competitive prices. Some of my other titles available on amazon and various other book retailers are kennel cough isbn 9780989658409 capybara isbn 9781941070062 wallaby and wallaroo care isbn 9781941070031 rats, mice, and dormice as pets isbn 978. Volumes in the reptile and amphibian keepers guide series present basic information on reptiles and clear instructions on reptile care.
Ball pythons are sexually dimorphic, as females usually reach much larger sizes than males. Ball pythons aka royal pythons are one of the most popular captive reptiles due to their friendliness, managable size, and wide variety of colors and patterns. When i first started keeping ball pythons i read this book from cover to cover choice. Thats more carespecific information than any other book available. Aug 28, 2019 most ball pythons reach total lengths of between 3 and 5 feet, although the occasional specimen may approach 6 feet in length. Most books on ball python care offer a couple of pages on feeding. Ball pythons by colette sutherland nook book ebook. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a. The ball python is a good snake for a beginning snake owner. The ball python is arguably the most popular constrictor available in captivity today, and its an exhilarating time to be involved in keeping these. There are so many great ball python morphs out there, and we took several of our favorites and put them all into one great app.
Ball pythons for sale with a variety of ball python morphs available on our website we also have auctions that end every saturday at 8 pm central. The pythons autobiography by the pythons is the official autobiography of the monty python team, released in 2003. All private brand products carry a 100% moneyback guarantee. Ball pythons python regius is one of the smaller species of python which originate from west africa. Ball python breeding, where to buy, types, care, temperament, cost, health. Ball python and albino ball python python regius ball pythons are also known as royal pythons. The pythons autobiography by the pythons wikipedia. Ball pythons the history, natural history, care, and breeding.
Ball pythons are generally a bit shy, but they make for ideal captives, because they are of a small size, are generally friendly, are manageable to care for, and come in a remarkable array of colors and patterns. Ball pythons reptile and amphibian keepers guide reptile and amphibian keepers guides by r. The informationpacked books in this series are written by two widely respected experts on reptile and amphibian ownership and care. Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care, breeding. Ball pythons are an excellent beginner snake and one of the most popular pet snakes due to their docile nature. This species of python has become one of the most popular snakes in the pet trade. Its a beautiful coffee table book and the information it contains is priceless. Kevin mccurley runs new england reptile distributors n. The ball python manual at amazon this 76page softcover book is considered by many to be the best ball python reference on the market. Ball pythons are among the most popular of all pet snakes, and make in. Pricelist ball pythons gender morph male female python regius ball python adults 0.
The ambient cage temperature should be 8285 during the day, with a slight drop at night. This charming book introduces young readers to something out of the ordinary, unusual pets. Ball pythons the informationpacked books in this series are written by two widely respected experts on reptile and amphibian ownership and care. Ball pythons for sale largest selection in the world. Great books providing a great amount of information on the care ball pythons. Ball python breeding, where to buy, types, care, temperament, cost, health, handling, husbandry, diet, and much more included. This is one of the books that is considered the bible when it comes to breeding designer morph ball pythons. This nonvenomous constrictor is the smallest of the african pythons. Good ball python books vpis pythons of the world, vol. What books are out there that include a lot of the morph combos in them.
Plenty of space for ball pythons, colubrids and other medium sized snakes. Ball pythons by john coburn 1995, paperback for sale online. The information in the book is a little dated and some of the morphs labeled as unproven in the book have since been proven besides that it is great. We take pride in our quality ball pythons morphs and amazing customer service. Ball pythons are one of the most popular snakes in the world and come in a wide variety of colors and patterns. The ball python mutation world is ever changing, but this is one of the definitive books on the subject. This is definitely the best ball python book i have ever read and i doubt there are any better coming soon unless kevin decides to make the more complete ball python. Mar 01, 2011 the informationpacked books in this series are written by two widely respected experts on reptile and amphibian ownership and care. It covers the whole of python history, from their childhoods all the way through to the 30th anniversary celebrations in 1999. In fact, this ebook gives you 112 pages of information related to the care and keeping of ball pythons. Because this book was written by brandon cornett, a veteran snake keeper and the creator of. They are native to west and central africa but have become popular pets in western countries. The scientific name for ball python is python regius. In case youre new to ball pythons or snakes in general.
This is the most detailed and comprehensive book ever written about one species of snakeand not just any snake either. It is listed as least concern on the iucn red list because of its wide distribution. There are ball pythons for sale python regius at riera reptiles. Ball pythons for sale python regius at bhb reptiles. Captive bred ball pythons are becoming more readily available in the hobby, and the many color morphs being created have added to the growing popularity of this small python species. Both books are great, but if its pics of morphs you desire, the barkers book is awesome.
Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care. Ask a store partner about petco s selection of books on ball pythons and the variety of private brand products available for the care and happiness of your new pet. The first part of this book uses photographs and text to describe the care ball pythons need. I recommended for anybody considering buying a ball python for the first time. Ball python python regius the ball python is quite simply the most popular pet python in the world. Baby ball pythons for sale python regius with a ton of ball pythons and ball python morphs available. The authors advise on feeding and food supplements, housing, health care, breeding, and more. This includes morphs such as mojaves, sunsets, opal diamonds, axanthics, honey bees, lessers. I already own the kevin mccurley book the complete ball python i read in a thread earlier about another book, but i lost the thread that said it. Not finding the particular ball pythons for sale that you are interested in or have questions about the. Ball pythons are among the most popular of all pet snakes, and make interesting pets for both beginning herp hobbyists and professional breeders. I also have nerds book and the vpi book is better in every way. Ball python books perfect ball python book xyzreptiles.
This easytouse rack allows for 3 of the cb70 tubs approximately 40 quarts. Growing to a maximum size of 3 to 5 feet, ball pythons are not as large as many of the other constricting snakes that are kept as pets, are quite docile, and are easy to handle. Ball pythons are fairly short, muscular, heavybodied snakes. There are well over 100 different color and pattern mutations of the ball python and more are produced each year. Ball pythons by john coburn 1995, paperback for sale. Ball pythons are one of the most popular of the python species kept in captivity today. Top 3 books about care of ball pythons of 2020 the spruce pets. Compared to other pythons, the ball python doesnt grow to be very large.
The ball python python regius, also called the royal python, is a python species native to west and central africa, where it lives in grasslands and shrublands. Barker david and tracy barker abebooks shop for books. My books are written for everyone in an easy to read and understandable style. D and is considered one of the top experts in this field. If you want a more complete history of the ball python, only the barkers book is better. Ball pythons have become an overwhelming part of the reptile trade in the last decade. Their reasonable size of 46 foot as adults is perfect for all levels of snake keepers. Actually, all the books in this series and by this author are excellent.
A topnotch ball python manual will offer you the most complete, detailed information on husbandry and breeding. A softcover book in the barrons complete pet owners manual series, by patricia pope bartlett, ernie wagner, and r. Each book includes general information on the subject animals natural. Nov 12, 2015 ball pythons are fairly short, muscular, heavybodied snakes. Kevins book is great, but it was done in 2005 and since then, there have been many new morphs and combos produced. A hot spot should be given that stays a constant 90 degrees. As a result, ball python morphs currently discovered have made this snake species one of the most popular snakes in the world. Vision racks are known for being the best rack at the best price.
It is very important to make sure there is a temperature gradient, so the. Ball pythons by colette sutherland 2009, paperback for. Ball pythons are among the most common snakes in captivity worldwide and for good reason. Mar 19, 2019 ball pythons are among the most popular of all pet snakes, and make interesting pets for both beginning herp hobbyists and professional breeders. This book is essiental for anyone who wants to breed ball pythons for fun or profit. Male ball pythons become sexually mature when they reach about 500 to 700 grams in weight. Like all tropical reptiles in captivity, it requires special care and housingfacts that are detailed in this guide. It is threatened by hunting for its meat and for the international pet trade. Their average length when fully grown is considerable between 4 and 5 feet 1. This is a rare limited release book that is almost impossible to get. Ball pythons in captivity by kevin mccurley nook book ebook. The perfect ball python book is a 200 plus page book with over 700 images of ball pythons mutations and combos written in japanese with english descriptions of the images.
Morphmarket currently has 17093 ball pythons for sale listed by 1228 ball python sellers in the united states. Ball pythons generally have a docile temperament, exotic look, and are relatively small. Ball pythons do very well in captivity if they are given the correct conditions. Pythons at amazon there is enough general information on husbandry that many owners will find it a useful general resource. Most ball pythons reach total lengths of between 3 and 5 feet, although the occasional specimen may approach 6 feet in length. Tell your friends and share this app with all your reptile lovin friends, and we will do our part creating more great exotic animal apps. Amateur hobbyist or professional breeder, this is a must ha. A great first ball python book to add to my collection of reptile books. This is due to their relatively small size, calm nature and astonishing color variety. Readers will find informative checklists, a list of herpetological societies, and additional sources of information on ball pythons. The second part is a rhyming story with custom illustrations that depicts a young girl who takes care of her ball python. Klingenberg, roger, barker, david and tracy and a great selection of related books, art. Kevin is the owner of nerd ball pythons, and he is an expert on the subject. This book is about pythons in general, with only a brief section specific to the ball pythons.
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