I really dislike that we've gotten to the point where we have to tell people its OK to disagree with an opinion. Should be a given. That said, great video, love your content.
Agreed and more dislike is everyone walks around kissing ass because of political correctness. PC has eroded people’s ability to even put a sentence together anymore, afraid it’s going to offend someone. A big middle finger up to political correctness.
As a boa bloke myself, I also find the boa and the retic way more aesthetically pleasing compared to the ball. Being so slender and elegant with the right personality and seemingly more intelligence. Gorgeous boa btw...
@@6strings735 exactly! Just luv the natural ones, without hating on morphs! If you take the Stoeckel book for instance. There are so many awesome naturals out there, you wouldn't even believe it...
My retic is very docile. I tap trained her since she was 2 months old. The only time I worry is when I feed her. She has a very strong feeding response. Other that she's a sweetheart.
You're the first person I've ever heard say ball pythons aren't great starters. I respect your opinion and you obviously know what you're talking about. I had a ball python for ~9 years before I had to donate him (to a good home) when I joined the army. He was captive bred and ate like a champ every week like clockwork. Great videos, keep it up!
I think you are right! Everyone I talk to asks my recommendation on pet snakes, and they ask about ball pythons. I always mention how finicky they are with eating. I always say corn snakes, milk snakes, or king snakes. the most advanced i recommend is a Boa, and that's only because my first snake was and is a boa. She is the best snake I have ever handled. I worked with snakes of all kinds, but i found a neglected boa in a petco and bought her, fed her and now instead of starved, she is a normal weight and in a proper tank.
I'm a boa guy also. I think it's so funny that you held that snake for this vid. Because my female motley boa is by far the most cage aggressive one I own. Great video brother.
FuckUHoe To be fair, hogs can be as stubborn as balls for eating. I highly discourage as a first snake, especially since they’re so cheap now and called “noodles.” Snakes don’t like to be “bopped, Karen.
Thank you! Slow and steady. The channel is growing with some great subscribers and that's all I care about. I feel like as long as I stay true to the reasons I started the channel then I can't go wrong.
Totally agree with you on the ball pythons. I want a pied, eventually, but WHEN I have the patience for their possible feeding picky-ness hahaa. Glad you mentioned the retics and tree boas too. They all make fantastic pets, like you said though, WHEN you do thorough research to make sure you're fully dedicated to the animal. Every specie has their own specific needs, some easier while others not. Great job again Jason! ❤🐍🐍❤
Gawd yes my first snake was a BP and I almost walked away from snakes after that experience. Definitely not a snake I would ever suggest as a first time snake. Gorgeous boa you're holding.
@@ByIntros it went off feeding for a year. No matter what i did. I couldn't get her to eat. It was extremely stressful and made me feel I wasn't fit to care for snakes. But I didnt give up and now i have 16 snakes XD
I’ve had a few ball pythons but never through buying myself (always got offered them) and I’d never buy one. They can be a nightmare. I had to find a rat breeder near me to feed one freshly killed. I’ve had bows and corns and not one problem. Would love a burm but not sure if that’s a great idea with 2 under three kids in the house :) maybe one day.
Yes! I totally agree with the ball pythons eating habits dude! My first ball went through a stage of 2 months without eating in the winter, it drove me nuts throwing out rats every two weeks, she eats fine now and haven't done that in years but it was stressful at first
I really have to tell you that I have really enjoyed your content. I'm new to the world of Boidae and the more I learn the.more I'm finding myself drawn in. Certainly, moreso than other species in the past. Thank you, Jason! Hope you're well during these times.
My first snake was a subadult ATB I got a couple years ago, and while I love and respect her as a really impressive snake I do regret getting her as a first snake at at a time I was unprepared. I'm in the process of transitioning her to a much better environment for her where I basically plan to leave her be and admire visually. My baby BI I've had for 6 months is fantastic and is so trusting of me it blows me away, I love this little guy so much. Your videos were part of the reason I chose to try a boa constrictor and I'm thankful for that
Sometimes I think people think too hard about ball pythons. I had trouble with mine for years, having him in a big 40 gallon. Always shedding problems, sometimes wouldn’t eat, couldn’t keep the humidity up. I switched him out to a big plastic storage container for like 20 bucks. And now he’s doing great. Always sheds good. Always eats super easy. Always chillin. Probably not the case with every ball python but I think less is more with them.
Thats just it. Care needs to be on point. It's not hard care, but people always project human feelings on a reptile. They want an elaborate pretty cage and thats really not great for them unless everything else is accounted for.
I love all snakes, but pythons are just never appealed to me on some personal level, don't know why. Boas, on the other side... pretty much always wanted one, and after so long, I finally got myself baby bci a two weeks ago, so far he's a sweetie, no hiss, no bite, allows me to handle him and a good eater (so far I fed him only once, but he munched his mouse like a champ). I'm totally a boa girl now. Before him, about a 6 months ago, I got myself a baby corn snake, and she's a sweetie too, haha. Guess I lucky that all my snakes a very docile, hope it stays that way! Love your videos!! Sorry if my English is weird, not my first language.
Nice video. I just got my first snake, a two month old BP three weeks ago and he was being fed live. I had to laugh when you said how they wait for food, because on his second live feeding he missed and I think the mouse snipped back (I wasn't laughing then) but now he is in stealth mode waiting and the mouse is digging burrows hiding (for three hours), but happy to say on week three he took a frozen thawed with no problem. He was very defensive at first, but now he is a joy and likes being held...he is my little buddy.
Jason's Exotic Reptiles I hate to say it but I’m retic for life I’m 13 in age but I love my four I got a anthrax tiger albino super tiger lavender albino tiger citron tiger and pied
@@teamliquify6614 wow alot to handle, fair play if you can keep it up! was thinking of a burm maybe one day but that's it for me don't think I have the time for that many, unless you come from a very well off family I would leave it there though or it may be more of a struggle than you realize once you move out and have to care for yourself and all these large animals. tbh the biggest set up I have had included just a boa and carpet wall and I have to admit without breeding to help pay for anything it was difficult, heaters always break at the worst time and in numbers 😂 I'm sure since your looking after them at 13 you will bemore than capable when you are older just saying think cash first lol.
Jason, it seems like that time of year for my carpet python...How long would you wait inbetween feedings if a snake has refused 2 large rats already. I've been giving it about a month now. Thanks man!
That's very snake dependent. I've seen some go off feed for 9 months in pound food for the three months of the year and others that never go off feed. You just need to read the snake and figure you will try every few weeks
Nice video. We just got a ball python for my son as his first reptile and she is not liking the Frozen thawed. If we have to feed her live forever, that's what we'll do but, kind of a pain. She's cool though. Keep up the good work man.
I got my ball from my mom 30 years ago! Went to frozen med rat when a friend watched her so I continued, never had a problem, the smaller ones might lose more odor and will lose heat quickly, just a guess
My ball python only ate live for the first year and a half of her life. Tried every other week with a frozen thawed, and one day she took it and it was never an issue again. Just keep trying 😊
Not sure how you're thawing them. I set the frozen rat in the fridge overnight, then set it on the counter for about 30 minutes, then put it under the bearded dragon heat lamp for 15 minutes on both sides and mine takes it no problem, 3 months old. Tried thawing in water and she wouldn't take it so switched it up to the heat lamp.
I have 2 ball pythons and so far not issues. Just off feeding at times but I've had them for awhile so I realized a pattern. They are really easy to handle.
I agree that balls are probably the worst common “beginner” snake. Their humidity, their feeding schedule, some morphs have neurological issues...IMO colubrids make the best beginner snakes, though I know they don’t tend to have as many morphs.
yes i agree 100%. ive owned 3 balls and 1 corn snake. corn snake by far the better pet. fun to handle, great feeding response, and normal heat and humidity.
@@Rryan8065 Ball Pythons are not great beginner snakes. They can be great snakes with time but I would not recommend them as first pets. And just because someone failed with a ball python doesn’t mean they can’t take care of a snakes. Some snakes are easier then others.
@@martelchestnut2829 you should know the facts before you talk. Bps have easy care, easy husbandry, not big, friendly, and overall great beginners. What makes you think they aren’t?
I’ve heard a lot about ball pythons being bad beginner pets which surprised me considering my 6yo F normal was my first. I’ve had virtually no problems but after more research on them I definitely understand how they could be bad for beginners.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but i feel like normals have a better chance of being a healthy pet. Not having been so selectively breed for the morph. I might be wrong and yours is het for a lot of morphs and it turned out normal as an accident. It's just a theory
Boa constrictor imperator, recommend a male since they're smaller than the females, reaching 7 feet on average. About the size being displayed in the video. Males grow faster than females, but the females get a load bigger. Watch the video from Clint's Reptiles channel about boa constrictors! It sealed the deal with me! Absolutely adore my boa ❤
I agree with this list. I love ball pythons but only my buddys lol dont own them myself. Im 34 and i have had pet and breeder reptiles alotta my life ive only added retics recently they are WONDERFUL but im glad i waited til i knew i was ready for sure
I had serious issue with getting my ball pythons shed off in Colorado. I soaked the snake/ misted the cage. But always the eye caps got stuck. I felt like a terrible human being and like I was not taking care of the animal. Not to mention the snake would never submerge even though the water temp was perfect. I agree on the ball python issues.
I have been researching for almost two months now, and I finally decided to get my first snake (green tree python). There are a lot of these videos about beginner snakes, I’ve probably watched them all at this point, and I considered going with an ‘easy’ or starter choice but, I have always been fascinated with aboreal snakes. I didn’t want a beginner snake, I wanted a specific snake that I’ve always dreamed of owning. After all my research, the only double edge sword I can find with my choice was that I won’t be able to handle him/her much, but that’s okay. Eventually I would like to get a second snake and I’ve read solomon island and madagascar tree boas are some arboreal species that are much easier to handle.
My first snake is a ball python and she is amazing and doing really great :) but I totally understand your point of view though. It isn’t easy at all! Still very rewarding
What about a dwarf locality retic, I thought that they reach around about 6-10 feet or is that false? And if they really do get that big do you think they’d make a relatively good pet?
Real super dwarfs will get about that size. The problem is that most people selling dwarfs are not real dwarfs. They just have some tiny percentage in the lineage
I stayed away from getting a Ball Python just b/c I don't really want to mess with monitoring humidity all the time, although I've read/heard they can be tolerant of poor husbandry. And that's why I bought a woma, and am thinking about getting a Bredls. Boas and balls look amazing, but I like not having to mist or keep anything damp lol
Yeah, I live in a mildly drier climate, and anymore for me it is just easier to keep snakes that are more tolerant of that, although I do use humidity boxes inside the cages. Womas are great, as are spotted and children's pythons.
Whenever I hear a snake expert talk about the reticulated python they only mention how long it gets but they never talked about how heavy the snake gets can anyone tell me how heavy can that snake get? And out of all the pythons I always thought the Burmese was the heaviest some people say that the African rock can you tell me which is the heaviest and how long can these two snakes get?
I cant say on the african rock or the Burmese...I have a 12ft retic and it takes 2 to lift 3 would be alot easier. Cant give a number but they are really heavy
I got my first snake ever last September. I decided to adopt one someone had to get rid of, I live in Canada so not a Lot to choose from at pet stores anyways. my GF really wanted a a ball python, I decided on a colubrid of some kind. I found a 6 year old Hypo Brooks Florida Kingsnake. The way the guy took the pics made him look like he was tiny. He's an easy 6 feet, I was blown away at how much bigger he was than what I expected. I did a bunch of research, upgraded pretty much everything he came in / with. He was supposed to eat the day i got him so the guy suggested I try, he ate like it was nothing. He's shed 2 times, he hasn't even hissed at me once even when I took him out a couple days after he ate for the first time. He is everything I could ask for in a pet snake. I joined the reddit snakes thread, and all I see is posts of people asking how and why their balls wont eat. If I had gotten a ball python I know i would be struggling right now with the humidity, its cold this time of year and the air is dry as F. The Kingsnake doesn't care bout none of that, has got a huge bowl that he soaks in before he sheds and after he eats, the aspen he burrows in all day keeps the humidity around 37 and i worried about it till he had a perfect shed on his own while I was sleeping. I can't think of a single reason someone would wanna get rid of the guy i got. but hes mine now till he dies. I thank the lucky stars i didnt get the pain in the ass trendy snake and got the one that is perfect for me.
I couldn't agree more regards royal pythons but I don't necessarily agree regards retics. However, I agree wholeheartedly when it comes to mainland retics but for the super dwarf localities (Karompa, Kalatoa, and Madu's), with the proper research, understanding, and preparation, they could be a good first snake. Even the larger of the smaller species, such as Jampea and Selayer only really reach 8-12ft, not really much bigger than a female boa. On the whole though, it was another awesome video 👍🏻
I really like this video! I definitely feel like any snake can be difficult for anyone if they don't know what they're getting into. I always wanted a reticulated python, but it took me years of dealing with various other types of snakes, a ton of research, and knowing i had the space for them before I actually got one and now I absolutely love my experiences with them :) I'm super glad I didn't start off with one though haha
I started with a ball python and still have her, she's wonderful about feeding, but most of the ball pythons I have had are big pain in the butts. I agree with you, they are great as far as handleability for new keepers. BUT they can be such a major pain. I love the honesty of your channel. Thanks for your content!
It can be amazing snakes and I don't want to hate on them, but I don't think they're the best for beginner. I actually think they I'm more of a medium to Advanced hobbyist or at least somebody who has a lot of patience
A video I'm interested in but not sure if youd want to do is going over recent changes to the hobby or our knowledge, like new methods of caging, morphs, BCI becoming BI, etc
I agree with the ball python when I was looking to get my first pet snake I wanted one for so long of a specific morph but the more I thought about it I realized I probably don’t want something that would go off feed. I know it would stress me out and also there are snakes out there with easier requirements. I ended up going with a Mexican black kingsnake
Haha I knew the Retic was gonna make the list. That was my beginner snake I bought it out of lack of knowledge. But I did great had no issues. Great video great content
I keep several different species, and almost everything is a better feeder than ball pythons. Boas demand more respect than a ball when it comes to handling, but I really enjoy their extra level of intelligence. Another great video Jason!
Sometimes when I'm handling my boa I can see him notice that I'm looking at him and hell look me in the eyes and calmly watch me, not freezing in the "I'm scared" way. Spooks me every time
my first snake is a ball python and i totally agree with you when they have feeding strikes. as a beginner, i was paranoid that she wasn’t eating for a month and then i gave her live and now she’s doing well. if i knew that would’ve happened, i would’ve gotten a corn snake or boa lmaooo
I think another channel said a ball python makes a great pet after you have a boa or two because then you don't have to worry about feeders going to waste when they decide they don't want the rat.
Jason, we appreciate your candor and expertise. As a Rhode Islander with a penchant for tank tops, I feel like I can trust you. Buddy the Ball Python says hi!
As long as she is eating just keep it slow and steady. The last thing you want when trying to put on weight is to over feed and cause a regurg. That send them into a terrible spiral
100% agree with the Retic. They’ve been my favorite all around snakes because of how tame and friendly they can be, but you definitely have to know how to turn that feeding response off
Excellent video - I've been in the hobby for 33 years, and the subject of feeding is not strictly related to royal pythons. Look on any forum or group and newbies will be reporting their Hognose has goon off food, or cornsnake has stopped eating... every species has it's biorhythm and depending what the season is (breeding / bermation) they will either stop eating or binge feed. It's also down to the individual snake. I have a royal that has an appetite of a retic and has hardly missed a feed (other than when gravid). The learning and research is all part of the hobby. I too love boa's, and my 8' Jungle Pastel male has just taken his first meal in nearly three months as he was otherwise focused on finding a female....so even boa's which are commonly referred to as dustbins (trash cans for you guys that side of the pond) go off food at times.
I don't understand the "ball python does not eat everytime"-issue that many people have. It's completely normal for snakes not to eat at times. If the husbandry is OK like humidity, temperature, a hide and fresh water and the snake looks fine there is no reason to worry. I know my snakes. My lesser pastel male stops eating in fall and starts eating in spring. After he rejects food for the first time, I try 2 times more and stop to annoy him after that point. In february I start to offer him food again when I feed my other ball pythons. When he takes the first rodent, I will miss one rodent for one of my other snakes. I go to my freezer and defrost one rodent more. What is the big problem? Feeding issues are a topic for breeders, not so much for pet keepers. I don't understand why some people stop having ball pythons because of the feeding and leave the hobby. I won't leave my girlfriend over her eating habits as long as it doesn't cause serious problems. I think some people are just selfish, they want their snakes to always eat and their will is the only thing that matters.
@@andreheise1170 It boils down to lack of research - Plain and simple. If people researched the metabolism of the snake, the seasonal rainfall, humidity, and matched that to the breeding habits in the wild then it would all become clear.
Especially baby Ball Pythons!! I've lost 3 in the past, due to not eating. I tried assist feeding them, but to no avail. My adults, and sub adults eat like a champ, every other week without fail. I'm keeping my collection under 10' for the reasons you stated. Boas are going to be my next snakes.
I’ve recently got a ball python I’ve got him to eat successfully once but the last few times he/she has gotten the fuzzy from the side and was un able to eat it after words any tips ? And also how can I find out the sex ?
Leave it alone for awhile it should figure it out If it's still there in the morning remove it . The spur size might give a clue larger would indicate a male.
Regarding Retics, you can get a dwarf or super dwarf retic if you are worried about their big size. SD retics are between 6-9ft and the karompa localities are the smallest! average size 5-7ft.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles no worries brother. keep up the good work. looking forward to owning a boa in the future. im just starting on snakes and got a recommendation from a friend to just start with ball pythons. just to get experience what it is like owning snakes first before going to a boa constrictor which I am eager to own ahahaha. fan from Malaysia bro.
Lol I liked this one. I had a king snake as my first snake and as weird as it sounds I wouldn't recommend one as a first snake for a younger keeper. Just bcuz no one ever told me that they have a super strong feeding response. Everytime if take her out if get bite like 30 times. She just NVR would calm down
King snakes are the only ones I hook train. I don't think they make a bad first snake. They can have a little attitude but they're cheap, good looking, and bullet proof as far as husbandry.
Our B. P. Had all the feeding issues it’s so true and frustrating. Now at two years old you learn to feed every two weeks and this has made a big difference. If they don’t eat wait a week. A big snake soon becomes a liability and not much of a pet.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles thanks Jason! I've been a fan of your videos since I've started owning snakes. Been in the hobby for 3 years. I started with two ball pythons, got into boys because I wanted a big boy snake. Hes still a small little guy, puppy dog tame. Looking to purchase my retic this weekend. Not sure how "beginner" I am. But hopefully I'm not in over my head.
I've honestly never kept them. I know their naturally environment consists of a lot of water. They are semi aquatic and I personally don't like the was the majority of keepers keep them in captivity.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles it's funny because I own three ball pythons and it's super easy for me to take care of them... but that's because I keep them in a rack and the natural humidity here (central Texas) is already pretty much perfect for them year round (stays smack on about 50% indoors, slightly higher in the racks). It's really easy to keep them consistent. However I can see how a beginner keeping one in a tank could have a lot of issues. I think they mostly get pushed a good beginner snakes because of their temperaments but I think nowadays I would recommend a corn for people that want an average size snake and a boa for people that want something a little bigger and more expensive to care for.
I agree with corn as a beginner. I had one at 11 years old. Lol. I got a ball python and had been keeping her in a tank. Just moved her to a tub to keep her humidity up this winter. In also in central Texas so during the summer I didnt really have to worry about it too much cuz it stayed up at 70 regardless lol
Thank you for this post. I have Ball Pythons, 4 hatchlings and two adults. Two of the little ones need forced and assist feeding. Not for the faint of heart. I am new to the hobby and learned about Ball Pythons before getting one.
Funny enough, I've had he WORST luck with corn snakes, and the best luck with my ball python. Sometimes it's just like that. I'm blessed that mine won't skip meals unless she's in shed. I do wish she would sit in my lap once in a while though, like others say theirs do. Mine constantly wants to be moving around when she's out, that I have to laugh when people call their BPs "pet rocks" or say they never climb. Mine apparently never got the memo.
Great video!! Long story short I've been slacking on keeping up with RUclips but couldn't have picked a better time to get back to it. I JUST bought a beautiful ball python, after watching your video I have decided to change his apartment completely!! Thank you for sharing! 😁❤
So I've been keeping boas for about a decade. I've had a few burms as well. I recently have just fallen in love with a specific retic morph, and I reeeaaallly want this retic now. Would you recommend someone like me who would technically be a beginner keeper with a retic, but not with larger snakes in general, to go for it and get one?
My first snake was a ball python and she wasted so many rats being a very picky eater. Throwing away food is frustrating so I bought a jungle carpet python. If the ball doesnt eat my jungle will that's a win win.
I have a Boa that I’m having trouble figuring out exactly what he is I was told lavender albino and Miley but I can’t find any pictures that look like him
hello I have a corn snake that is not use to handling and he is always coming up to the top of the cage thinking there is food and when I open the lid he starts coming out of the cage striking for food because he is 2 years old and never been handled so what do you suggest I do to start handling and taming him
You start by using a snake hook to gently tap the snake on the top of the head or just behind, usually this distracts the snake from wanting food, even for just a moment, then pick the snake up with your hand UNDER the snake, not reaching down above it like a hawk. Corns are so calm usually, there can be the oddball, but I bet yours is just wanting food, not wanting to bite you.
i gotta say, when i took your advice to switch my boa that i got from you to biweekly feeding, Jason, i did the same with my bp, and i've actually had more luck with my bp eating... so far. that said, bps are a crazy stressful first snake. and no one would accuse you of being anything like Barczyk... you actually care about the animals.
I honestly think that royals are very overrated. There's so many amazing snakes but alot of people seem to fall into the following of others instead of developing there own opinion 🤔 it's a shame I think.
Like many others here I also agree with ball pythons. My first snake was a ball and I have 3 now and a BCI. Mostly my snakes are good feeders, but boy that first year when I was still getting the hang of things it was rough. They're good snakes, but you gotta be able to be patient and just leave em alone. Which for a pet usually isn't a plus because you want to handle them. My BCI on the other had hasn't met a meal he hasn't loved. He's a bit more intense than the balls, but feeding isn't a problem.
THANK YOU! I was hardcore looking into BPs because I heard they were a magnificent beginner snake. Pfft... 20 videos into research and I completely dropped my BP phase. Ngl, they are amazing animals, but they're not my cup of tea. I think they are for a bit more experienced people when it comes to feeding strikes. They stress easily, and if you're looking for a more active snake or something you'll be able to see out of its hide more, Ball pythons are something you might want to pass on 😕. Great content! Glad to see someone actually putting that in the light!
Love that you are willing to say “no” to some beginner snakes. How refreshing to be told the truth! Thank you.
True, you have to do your homework. People should read more it helps.
I really dislike that we've gotten to the point where we have to tell people its OK to disagree with an opinion. Should be a given. That said, great video, love your content.
Pretty sad isn't it! Thanks for watching!!
So true! It's frustrating as it is, but dealing with it in the public, no thanks! Lol
Fantastic comment and fantastic video
Agreed and more dislike is everyone walks around kissing ass because of political correctness. PC has eroded people’s ability to even put a sentence together anymore, afraid it’s going to offend someone. A big middle finger up to political correctness.
Oh, its gonna get worse.
As a boa bloke myself, I also find the boa and the retic way more aesthetically pleasing compared to the ball. Being so slender and elegant with the right personality and seemingly more intelligence. Gorgeous boa btw...
Thank you!
Agreeee
Same. Boas are just naturally beautiful for some reason. No morphs even needed (morphs are cool, but not necessary for a boa to be stunning IMO.)
I have a hypo boa male and just amazing
@@6strings735 exactly! Just luv the natural ones, without hating on morphs! If you take the Stoeckel book for instance. There are so many awesome naturals out there, you wouldn't even believe it...
My retic is very docile. I tap trained her since she was 2 months old. The only time I worry is when I feed her. She has a very strong feeding response. Other that she's a sweetheart.
I should mention that she has her own bedroom. So if you get one be ready for that.
You're the first person I've ever heard say ball pythons aren't great starters. I respect your opinion and you obviously know what you're talking about. I had a ball python for ~9 years before I had to donate him (to a good home) when I joined the army. He was captive bred and ate like a champ every week like clockwork. Great videos, keep it up!
Thank you. Not that they are terrible just wouldn't be my first recommendation for a beginner
I think you are right! Everyone I talk to asks my recommendation on pet snakes, and they ask about ball pythons. I always mention how finicky they are with eating. I always say corn snakes, milk snakes, or king snakes. the most advanced i recommend is a Boa, and that's only because my first snake was and is a boa. She is the best snake I have ever handled. I worked with snakes of all kinds, but i found a neglected boa in a petco and bought her, fed her and now instead of starved, she is a normal weight and in a proper tank.
I'm a boa guy also. I think it's so funny that you held that snake for this vid. Because my female motley boa is by far the most cage aggressive one I own. Great video brother.
Thank you!
So glad your back making videos regularly again. Thanks for taking time out of your day for us.
I thought your last category would be “anything venomous”, but maybe you found it too obvious to state :)
Let us hope, but then, I know how people are!
Yeah I forgot to mention them as kind of a given that anything venomous is a pretty dumb choice as a first pet haha.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles Unless it's only semi-venomous like a hognose
FuckUHoe
To be fair, hogs can be as stubborn as balls for eating. I highly discourage as a first snake, especially since they’re so cheap now and called “noodles.” Snakes don’t like to be “bopped, Karen.
@@dlopezduncan1964 or a false water cobra. They're quite easy so long as you have a massive enclosure
It's nice to hear someone with abit of common sense for a change that doesn't have his own agender regarding the snakes .
You really sound sensible, conscientious and like you know what you're doing; you deserve more subs than some of these clickbait pettubers.
Thank you! Slow and steady. The channel is growing with some great subscribers and that's all I care about. I feel like as long as I stay true to the reasons I started the channel then I can't go wrong.
Totally agree with you on the ball pythons. I want a pied, eventually, but WHEN I have the patience for their possible feeding picky-ness hahaa. Glad you mentioned the retics and tree boas too. They all make fantastic pets, like you said though, WHEN you do thorough research to make sure you're fully dedicated to the animal. Every specie has their own specific needs, some easier while others not. Great job again Jason! ❤🐍🐍❤
Gawd yes my first snake was a BP and I almost walked away from snakes after that experience. Definitely not a snake I would ever suggest as a first time snake.
Gorgeous boa you're holding.
Thank you!
Why was it a bad experience?
@@ByIntros it went off feeding for a year. No matter what i did. I couldn't get her to eat. It was extremely stressful and made me feel I wasn't fit to care for snakes. But I didnt give up and now i have 16 snakes XD
I got lucky with my BP he wasn't too fussy with eating. However the balancing heat to humidity ratio was difficult.
I’ve had a few ball pythons but never through buying myself (always got offered them) and I’d never buy one. They can be a nightmare. I had to find a rat breeder near me to feed one freshly killed. I’ve had bows and corns and not one problem. Would love a burm but not sure if that’s a great idea with 2 under three kids in the house :) maybe one day.
Yes! I totally agree with the ball pythons eating habits dude! My first ball went through a stage of 2 months without eating in the winter, it drove me nuts throwing out rats every two weeks, she eats fine now and haven't done that in years but it was stressful at first
I really have to tell you that I have really enjoyed your content. I'm new to the world of Boidae and the more I learn the.more I'm finding myself drawn in. Certainly, moreso than other species in the past.
Thank you, Jason! Hope you're well during these times.
Thank you!! I appreciate that. Hope you are doing great as well!
Thanks for another great video Jason! Please keep them coming!
My first snake was a subadult ATB I got a couple years ago, and while I love and respect her as a really impressive snake I do regret getting her as a first snake at at a time I was unprepared. I'm in the process of transitioning her to a much better environment for her where I basically plan to leave her be and admire visually. My baby BI I've had for 6 months is fantastic and is so trusting of me it blows me away, I love this little guy so much. Your videos were part of the reason I chose to try a boa constrictor and I'm thankful for that
Thank you!
Sometimes I think people think too hard about ball pythons. I had trouble with mine for years, having him in a big 40 gallon. Always shedding problems, sometimes wouldn’t eat, couldn’t keep the humidity up. I switched him out to a big plastic storage container for like 20 bucks. And now he’s doing great. Always sheds good. Always eats super easy. Always chillin. Probably not the case with every ball python but I think less is more with them.
Thats just it. Care needs to be on point. It's not hard care, but people always project human feelings on a reptile. They want an elaborate pretty cage and thats really not great for them unless everything else is accounted for.
This would be one of the hardest topics to answer for me cause the fluctuation of benefits and downs to each , my head would spin on this one
I love all snakes, but pythons are just never appealed to me on some personal level, don't know why. Boas, on the other side... pretty much always wanted one, and after so long, I finally got myself baby bci a two weeks ago, so far he's a sweetie, no hiss, no bite, allows me to handle him and a good eater (so far I fed him only once, but he munched his mouse like a champ). I'm totally a boa girl now. Before him, about a 6 months ago, I got myself a baby corn snake, and she's a sweetie too, haha. Guess I lucky that all my snakes a very docile, hope it stays that way!
Love your videos!! Sorry if my English is weird, not my first language.
Ethics of breeding - yes! Good topic!! Looking forward to that one, this was good also but I already knew I couldn’t handle a retic, lol.
Awesome thank you for the ball python bit. Everything makes so much sense now.
Nice video. I just got my first snake, a two month old BP three weeks ago and he was being fed live. I had to laugh when you said how they wait for food, because on his second live feeding he missed and I think the mouse snipped back (I wasn't laughing then) but now he is in stealth mode waiting and the mouse is digging burrows hiding (for three hours), but happy to say on week three he took a frozen thawed with no problem. He was very defensive at first, but now he is a joy and likes being held...he is my little buddy.
"Not gonna pull a Brian Barczyk..." - shots fired! Lmao
Gotta say it's great to see guy who REALLY cares and has a brain. Covers all topics in detail, 100% facts and truth
Thanks man!!
Jason's Exotic Reptiles I hate to say it but I’m retic for life I’m 13 in age but I love my four I got a anthrax tiger albino super tiger lavender albino tiger citron tiger and pied
@@teamliquify6614 wow alot to handle, fair play if you can keep it up! was thinking of a burm maybe one day but that's it for me don't think I have the time for that many, unless you come from a very well off family I would leave it there though or it may be more of a struggle than you realize once you move out and have to care for yourself and all these large animals. tbh the biggest set up I have had included just a boa and carpet wall and I have to admit without breeding to help pay for anything it was difficult, heaters always break at the worst time and in numbers 😂 I'm sure since your looking after them at 13 you will bemore than capable when you are older just saying think cash first lol.
Jason, it seems like that time of year for my carpet python...How long would you wait inbetween feedings if a snake has refused 2 large rats already. I've been giving it about a month now. Thanks man!
That's very snake dependent. I've seen some go off feed for 9 months in pound food for the three months of the year and others that never go off feed. You just need to read the snake and figure you will try every few weeks
Nice video. We just got a ball python for my son as his first reptile and she is not liking the Frozen thawed. If we have to feed her live forever, that's what we'll do but, kind of a pain. She's cool though.
Keep up the good work man.
I got my ball from my mom 30 years ago! Went to frozen med rat when a friend watched her so I continued, never had a problem, the smaller ones might lose more odor and will lose heat quickly, just a guess
My ball python only ate live for the first year and a half of her life. Tried every other week with a frozen thawed, and one day she took it and it was never an issue again. Just keep trying 😊
Not sure how you're thawing them. I set the frozen rat in the fridge overnight, then set it on the counter for about 30 minutes, then put it under the bearded dragon heat lamp for 15 minutes on both sides and mine takes it no problem, 3 months old. Tried thawing in water and she wouldn't take it so switched it up to the heat lamp.
She ate Frozen thawed tonight! Thrilled!
@@drumdad1242 woohoo, that's a win! Happy for you buddy!
I have 2 ball pythons and so far not issues. Just off feeding at times but I've had them for awhile so I realized a pattern. They are really easy to handle.
I agree that balls are probably the worst common “beginner” snake. Their humidity, their feeding schedule, some morphs have neurological issues...IMO colubrids make the best beginner snakes, though I know they don’t tend to have as many morphs.
yes i agree 100%. ive owned 3 balls and 1 corn snake. corn snake by far the better pet. fun to handle, great feeding response, and normal heat and humidity.
Absolutely. If you want a python as a first snake get a children's Python.
I don’t see those as problems because if you can’t take care of a ball python where are you going to go with snakes in the future?
@@Rryan8065 Ball Pythons are not great beginner snakes. They can be great snakes with time but I would not recommend them as first pets. And just because someone failed with a ball python doesn’t mean they can’t take care of a snakes. Some snakes are easier then others.
@@martelchestnut2829 you should know the facts before you talk. Bps have easy care, easy husbandry, not big, friendly, and overall great beginners. What makes you think they aren’t?
I’ve heard a lot about ball pythons being bad beginner pets which surprised me considering my 6yo F normal was my first. I’ve had virtually no problems but after more research on them I definitely understand how they could be bad for beginners.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but i feel like normals have a better chance of being a healthy pet. Not having been so selectively breed for the morph. I might be wrong and yours is het for a lot of morphs and it turned out normal as an accident. It's just a theory
BALL PYTHONS! LITTERALY MY FIRST SNAKE AND WAS AND STILL IS SO SWEET
I am looking for a Boa that my child can handle and grow up with. She is 9 and it would be her first snake. What do you suggest?
Boa constrictor imperator, recommend a male since they're smaller than the females, reaching 7 feet on average. About the size being displayed in the video. Males grow faster than females, but the females get a load bigger. Watch the video from Clint's Reptiles channel about boa constrictors! It sealed the deal with me! Absolutely adore my boa ❤
I cant fault my corn snake. He was a rescue. I've now expanded my collection from milk snakes to retics lol
I agree with this list. I love ball pythons but only my buddys lol dont own them myself. Im 34 and i have had pet and breeder reptiles alotta my life ive only added retics recently they are WONDERFUL but im glad i waited til i knew i was ready for sure
I had serious issue with getting my ball pythons shed off in Colorado. I soaked the snake/ misted the cage. But always the eye caps got stuck. I felt like a terrible human being and like I was not taking care of the animal. Not to mention the snake would never submerge even though the water temp was perfect. I agree on the ball python issues.
I have been researching for almost two months now, and I finally decided to get my first snake (green tree python). There are a lot of these videos about beginner snakes, I’ve probably watched them all at this point, and I considered going with an ‘easy’ or starter choice but, I have always been fascinated with aboreal snakes. I didn’t want a beginner snake, I wanted a specific snake that I’ve always dreamed of owning. After all my research, the only double edge sword I can find with my choice was that I won’t be able to handle him/her much, but that’s okay. Eventually I would like to get a second snake and I’ve read solomon island and madagascar tree boas are some arboreal species that are much easier to handle.
Boas hell yes,not enough boa love out there!!! Thank you for being honest and not being a salesman,haha love the Brian B comment
Greeaat education video! Keep sharing your knowledge its spot on.
My first snake is a ball python and she is amazing and doing really great :) but I totally understand your point of view though. It isn’t easy at all! Still very rewarding
What about a dwarf locality retic, I thought that they reach around about 6-10 feet or is that false? And if they really do get that big do you think they’d make a relatively good pet?
Real super dwarfs will get about that size. The problem is that most people selling dwarfs are not real dwarfs. They just have some tiny percentage in the lineage
I stayed away from getting a Ball Python just b/c I don't really want to mess with monitoring humidity all the time, although I've read/heard they can be tolerant of poor husbandry. And that's why I bought a woma, and am thinking about getting a Bredls. Boas and balls look amazing, but I like not having to mist or keep anything damp lol
Yeah, I live in a mildly drier climate, and anymore for me it is just easier to keep snakes that are more tolerant of that, although I do use humidity boxes inside the cages. Womas are great, as are spotted and children's pythons.
Whenever I hear a snake expert talk about the reticulated python they only mention how long it gets but they never talked about how heavy the snake gets can anyone tell me how heavy can that snake get?
And out of all the pythons I always thought the Burmese was the heaviest some people say that the African rock can you tell me which is the heaviest and how long can these two snakes get?
I cant say on the african rock or the Burmese...I have a 12ft retic and it takes 2 to lift 3 would be alot easier. Cant give a number but they are really heavy
Thanks for a good video. The boa you’re holding is a beauty!
I got my first snake ever last September. I decided to adopt one someone had to get rid of, I live in Canada so not a Lot to choose from at pet stores anyways. my GF really wanted a a ball python, I decided on a colubrid of some kind. I found a 6 year old Hypo Brooks Florida Kingsnake. The way the guy took the pics made him look like he was tiny. He's an easy 6 feet, I was blown away at how much bigger he was than what I expected. I did a bunch of research, upgraded pretty much everything he came in / with. He was supposed to eat the day i got him so the guy suggested I try, he ate like it was nothing. He's shed 2 times, he hasn't even hissed at me once even when I took him out a couple days after he ate for the first time. He is everything I could ask for in a pet snake. I joined the reddit snakes thread, and all I see is posts of people asking how and why their balls wont eat. If I had gotten a ball python I know i would be struggling right now with the humidity, its cold this time of year and the air is dry as F. The Kingsnake doesn't care bout none of that, has got a huge bowl that he soaks in before he sheds and after he eats, the aspen he burrows in all day keeps the humidity around 37 and i worried about it till he had a perfect shed on his own while I was sleeping. I can't think of a single reason someone would wanna get rid of the guy i got. but hes mine now till he dies. I thank the lucky stars i didnt get the pain in the ass trendy snake and got the one that is perfect for me.
I couldn't agree more regards royal pythons but I don't necessarily agree regards retics. However, I agree wholeheartedly when it comes to mainland retics but for the super dwarf localities (Karompa, Kalatoa, and Madu's), with the proper research, understanding, and preparation, they could be a good first snake. Even the larger of the smaller species, such as Jampea and Selayer only really reach 8-12ft, not really much bigger than a female boa.
On the whole though, it was another awesome video 👍🏻
I really like this video! I definitely feel like any snake can be difficult for anyone if they don't know what they're getting into. I always wanted a reticulated python, but it took me years of dealing with various other types of snakes, a ton of research, and knowing i had the space for them before I actually got one and now I absolutely love my experiences with them :) I'm super glad I didn't start off with one though haha
Retics and burns are probably the worst . Most ppl don’t even give them the right size enclosure so sad
I started with a ball python and still have her, she's wonderful about feeding, but most of the ball pythons I have had are big pain in the butts. I agree with you, they are great as far as handleability for new keepers. BUT they can be such a major pain. I love the honesty of your channel. Thanks for your content!
It can be amazing snakes and I don't want to hate on them, but I don't think they're the best for beginner. I actually think they I'm more of a medium to Advanced hobbyist or at least somebody who has a lot of patience
A video I'm interested in but not sure if youd want to do is going over recent changes to the hobby or our knowledge, like new methods of caging, morphs, BCI becoming BI, etc
I agree with the ball python when I was looking to get my first pet snake I wanted one for so long of a specific morph but the more I thought about it I realized I probably don’t want something that would go off feed. I know it would stress me out and also there are snakes out there with easier requirements. I ended up going with a Mexican black kingsnake
Haha I knew the Retic was gonna make the list. That was my beginner snake I bought it out of lack of knowledge. But I did great had no issues. Great video great content
Retic as a beginner snake? That's impressive! So glad it worked out, though. They really are one of my favorites! 🙂
I keep several different species, and almost everything is a better feeder than ball pythons. Boas demand more respect than a ball when it comes to handling, but I really enjoy their extra level of intelligence. Another great video Jason!
Sometimes when I'm handling my boa I can see him notice that I'm looking at him and hell look me in the eyes and calmly watch me, not freezing in the "I'm scared" way. Spooks me every time
my first snake is a ball python and i totally agree with you when they have feeding strikes. as a beginner, i was paranoid that she wasn’t eating for a month and then i gave her live and now she’s doing well. if i knew that would’ve happened, i would’ve gotten a corn snake or boa lmaooo
Only started with a ball python. So far so good. Thanks for sharing brother.
I think another channel said a ball python makes a great pet after you have a boa or two because then you don't have to worry about feeders going to waste when they decide they don't want the rat.
They are cool but can be so frustrating
Jason, we appreciate your candor and expertise. As a Rhode Islander with a penchant for tank tops, I feel like I can trust you. Buddy the Ball Python says hi!
Another good vid Jason. Any chance of getting 1 of your Jason's exotics shirts,those are one of my favorites out there. Hell I'd take a couple
I'm working on getting some more made now. I might even do a pre-order so that I make sure I get everybody sizes.
I've got a blind bci rescue...she needs fatten up but isnt taking the extra meals I'm giving her...any ideas?
As long as she is eating just keep it slow and steady. The last thing you want when trying to put on weight is to over feed and cause a regurg. That send them into a terrible spiral
@@JasonsExoticReptiles ok thanks
100% agree with the Retic. They’ve been my favorite all around snakes because of how tame and friendly they can be, but you definitely have to know how to turn that feeding response off
Great video!! I breed ball pythons and I agree ball pythons aren't begginer snakes I think their more of a intermediate level hobbiest.
Excellent video - I've been in the hobby for 33 years, and the subject of feeding is not strictly related to royal pythons. Look on any forum or group and newbies will be reporting their Hognose has goon off food, or cornsnake has stopped eating... every species has it's biorhythm and depending what the season is (breeding / bermation) they will either stop eating or binge feed. It's also down to the individual snake. I have a royal that has an appetite of a retic and has hardly missed a feed (other than when gravid). The learning and research is all part of the hobby. I too love boa's, and my 8' Jungle Pastel male has just taken his first meal in nearly three months as he was otherwise focused on finding a female....so even boa's which are commonly referred to as dustbins (trash cans for you guys that side of the pond) go off food at times.
I don't understand the "ball python does not eat everytime"-issue that many people have. It's completely normal for snakes not to eat at times. If the husbandry is OK like humidity, temperature, a hide and fresh water and the snake looks fine there is no reason to worry.
I know my snakes. My lesser pastel male stops eating in fall and starts eating in spring. After he rejects food for the first time, I try 2 times more and stop to annoy him after that point. In february I start to offer him food again when I feed my other ball pythons. When he takes the first rodent, I will miss one rodent for one of my other snakes. I go to my freezer and defrost one rodent more. What is the big problem?
Feeding issues are a topic for breeders, not so much for pet keepers. I don't understand why some people stop having ball pythons because of the feeding and leave the hobby. I won't leave my girlfriend over her eating habits as long as it doesn't cause serious problems. I think some people are just selfish, they want their snakes to always eat and their will is the only thing that matters.
@@andreheise1170 It boils down to lack of research - Plain and simple. If people researched the metabolism of the snake, the seasonal rainfall, humidity, and matched that to the breeding habits in the wild then it would all become clear.
Especially baby Ball Pythons!! I've lost 3 in the past, due to not eating. I tried assist feeding them, but to no avail. My adults, and sub adults eat like a champ, every other week without fail. I'm keeping my collection under 10' for the reasons you stated. Boas are going to be my next snakes.
Vet? Let it be locked up untill it eats. Just for your safety if it starts to lose weight, do not go near it untill it eats or a vet has checked it.
Great advice. Wondering what type of boa you're holding in this? It's gorgeous. Is it a morph? Thanks!
Its a motley
I’ve recently got a ball python I’ve got him to eat successfully once but the last few times he/she has gotten the fuzzy from the side and was un able to eat it after words any tips ? And also how can I find out the sex ?
Leave it alone for awhile it should figure it out If it's still there in the morning remove it . The spur size might give a clue larger would indicate a male.
What morph is this one??
Motley
Regarding Retics, you can get a dwarf or super dwarf retic if you are worried about their big size. SD retics are between 6-9ft and the karompa localities are the smallest! average size 5-7ft.
This is the best Boa channel on RUclips
Thank you so much!
@@JasonsExoticReptiles no worries brother. keep up the good work. looking forward to owning a boa in the future. im just starting on snakes and got a recommendation from a friend to just start with ball pythons. just to get experience what it is like owning snakes first before going to a boa constrictor which I am eager to own ahahaha.
fan from Malaysia bro.
any tips on keeping the humidity up in a habitat
Lol I liked this one. I had a king snake as my first snake and as weird as it sounds I wouldn't recommend one as a first snake for a younger keeper. Just bcuz no one ever told me that they have a super strong feeding response. Everytime if take her out if get bite like 30 times. She just NVR would calm down
Bryan Suppa I’ve kind of wondered why they say king snakes are great beginner snakes also. I have never been bitten by any snake except my king snake.
King snakes are the only ones I hook train. I don't think they make a bad first snake. They can have a little attitude but they're cheap, good looking, and bullet proof as far as husbandry.
Love the videos buddy!
Thank you!
Fantastic topic
Do you do videos on shedding
I just did a couple on dealing with stuck shed. If you look back couple videos You'll see a two-part series
Curious how many snakes u got
Awesome. I love my central American boa! Cant wait to see that video. May be one of my smaller snakes but has a big personality!
Our B. P. Had all the feeding issues it’s so true and frustrating. Now at two years old you learn to feed every two weeks and this has made a big difference. If they don’t eat wait a week. A big snake soon becomes a liability and not much of a pet.
What is the morph you're holding?
This is a motley
@@JasonsExoticReptiles thanks Jason! I've been a fan of your videos since I've started owning snakes. Been in the hobby for 3 years. I started with two ball pythons, got into boys because I wanted a big boy snake. Hes still a small little guy, puppy dog tame. Looking to purchase my retic this weekend. Not sure how "beginner" I am. But hopefully I'm not in over my head.
What are green anacondas like to keep from your experience?
I've honestly never kept them. I know their naturally environment consists of a lot of water. They are semi aquatic and I personally don't like the was the majority of keepers keep them in captivity.
Had problems with my ball pythons feeding. Learned to just wait it out.
Pretty much!
ball pythons called out live on stream
Had to do it gently.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles it's funny because I own three ball pythons and it's super easy for me to take care of them... but that's because I keep them in a rack and the natural humidity here (central Texas) is already pretty much perfect for them year round (stays smack on about 50% indoors, slightly higher in the racks). It's really easy to keep them consistent. However I can see how a beginner keeping one in a tank could have a lot of issues. I think they mostly get pushed a good beginner snakes because of their temperaments but I think nowadays I would recommend a corn for people that want an average size snake and a boa for people that want something a little bigger and more expensive to care for.
I agree with corn as a beginner. I had one at 11 years old. Lol. I got a ball python and had been keeping her in a tank. Just moved her to a tub to keep her humidity up this winter. In also in central Texas so during the summer I didnt really have to worry about it too much cuz it stayed up at 70 regardless lol
Thank you for this post. I have Ball Pythons, 4 hatchlings and two adults. Two of the little ones need forced and assist feeding. Not for the faint of heart. I am new to the hobby and learned about Ball Pythons before getting one.
Love the content! I need as many vids as possible my guy lol
Funny enough, I've had he WORST luck with corn snakes, and the best luck with my ball python. Sometimes it's just like that. I'm blessed that mine won't skip meals unless she's in shed. I do wish she would sit in my lap once in a while though, like others say theirs do. Mine constantly wants to be moving around when she's out, that I have to laugh when people call their BPs "pet rocks" or say they never climb. Mine apparently never got the memo.
Just like me and leopard geckos. Don't let me watch them for even a week. It's just going to go bad.
My leopard gecko is full of hate and rage, lol. She growls at the slightest provocation. I love her anyway.
What morph of Boa are you holding?
Great video!! Long story short I've been slacking on keeping up with RUclips but couldn't have picked a better time to get back to it. I JUST bought a beautiful ball python, after watching your video I have decided to change his apartment completely!! Thank you for sharing! 😁❤
So I've been keeping boas for about a decade. I've had a few burms as well. I recently have just fallen in love with a specific retic morph, and I reeeaaallly want this retic now. Would you recommend someone like me who would technically be a beginner keeper with a retic, but not with larger snakes in general, to go for it and get one?
If you feel your ready and have done the research then why not!
Which boa are you holding in the video?
Boa Imperator with the co dominant pattern morph "motley"
My first snake was a ball python and she wasted so many rats being a very picky eater. Throwing away food is frustrating so I bought a jungle carpet python. If the ball doesnt eat my jungle will that's a win win.
Thanks bro for the useful information. I would start off with a corn snake.
I have a Boa that I’m having trouble figuring out exactly what he is I was told lavender albino and Miley but I can’t find any pictures that look like him
Feel free to send over some pictures on fb or Instagram
I‘m a boa guy as well!
Do you breed tree boas?
I do not. Just not set up for it.
hello I have a corn snake that is not use to handling and he is always coming up to the top of the cage thinking there is food and when I open the lid he starts coming out of the cage striking for food because he is 2 years old and never been handled so what do you suggest I do to start handling and taming him
You start by using a snake hook to gently tap the snake on the top of the head or just behind, usually this distracts the snake from wanting food, even for just a moment, then pick the snake up with your hand UNDER the snake, not reaching down above it like a hawk. Corns are so calm usually, there can be the oddball, but I bet yours is just wanting food, not wanting to bite you.
How many of your snakes die a year?
i gotta say, when i took your advice to switch my boa that i got from you to biweekly feeding, Jason, i did the same with my bp, and i've actually had more luck with my bp eating... so far. that said, bps are a crazy stressful first snake. and no one would accuse you of being anything like Barczyk... you actually care about the animals.
That's awesome to hear. The feeding part can make things super stressful and unenjoyable if consistently a problem. And thank you!
Please touch base on Rainbow Boas. I'm curious to hear your input. I have a 6 year old male I raised up as a pet.
Do you think that a 61yr old can handle a retic ?
That really a question that you need to answer. I've meet 61 year olds that could kick my ass and I've met some that could barely walk.
I honestly think that royals are very overrated.
There's so many amazing snakes but alot of people seem to fall into the following of others instead of developing there own opinion 🤔 it's a shame I think.
Like many others here I also agree with ball pythons. My first snake was a ball and I have 3 now and a BCI. Mostly my snakes are good feeders, but boy that first year when I was still getting the hang of things it was rough. They're good snakes, but you gotta be able to be patient and just leave em alone. Which for a pet usually isn't a plus because you want to handle them. My BCI on the other had hasn't met a meal he hasn't loved. He's a bit more intense than the balls, but feeding isn't a problem.
If I get a Carpet python that's been fed on fuzzy mice but I want to feed it fuzzy rats( the same food as my future Suriname boa) will it eat?
THANK YOU! I was hardcore looking into BPs because I heard they were a magnificent beginner snake. Pfft... 20 videos into research and I completely dropped my BP phase. Ngl, they are amazing animals, but they're not my cup of tea. I think they are for a bit more experienced people when it comes to feeding strikes. They stress easily, and if you're looking for a more active snake or something you'll be able to see out of its hide more, Ball pythons are something you might want to pass on 😕. Great content! Glad to see someone actually putting that in the light!
Thank you!
What's ur opinion on red tail boas?