Subscribe to be notified when this product is restocked. Hope this answers your question, and thank you for contacting ask an expert. The natural color pattern is typically black or dark brown with light brown or gold sides and dorsal blotches and the belly is a. Congrats on your new ball python and welcome to the wonderful world of ball python morphs.
Axanthic vpi line morph list world of ball pythons. Pastel enchi lesser het desert ghost this very good looking boy was produced from a enchi phoenix desert ghost to a sterling lesser breeding. Axanthic ball pythons for sale in the united states. I recommended for anybody considering buying a ball python for the first time. We have been breeding ball pythons since 1992 and in 1997 three important events took place here at graziani reptiles.
Ball pythons require very specific husbandry care, food, shelter. The key to keeping your ball python healthy is to provide an environment close to its natural environment, including temperature range, humidity level, light cycle and landscape. An exciting mix of writing, photos and videos will take you inside markus jayne ball pythons and keep you up to date on all our exciting projects and news. The barkers, who wrote this book, are one of the best in the business. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Some pictures, animals, animales, animaux, animal books, animal, animais. The guide to owning a ball python and the ball python manual form the cornerstones for the ball python owners library.
Combining this ball python setup with a 10 gallon tank that you can purchase at your local pet shop you will be able to create the ideal ball python habitat for your pet snake. Available ball pythons here is a selection of some of the animals i have for sale, which will vary with the season and my ability to photograph and post the photos. Barker david and tracy barker abebooks shop for books. It illustrates many techniques used in the husbandry of the species, including how to sex ball pythons and how to hatch the eggs. You can browse all of the morphs for sale using the gene index. Heres an awesome axanthic lacking yellow pigment ball python from the vpi line there are 4 distinct, recessive, incompatible lines. Barker this volume in the pythons of the world series includes an informative account for each of the 29 species and three subspecies of. The ball python, python regius, is the smallest of the african pythons and is probably the most popular python in the pet trade. Apr 21, 20 i just bought a 3 month old ball python yesterday. Not finding the particular ball pythons for sale that you are interested in or have questions about the. We take pride in our quality ball pythons morphs and amazing customer service. The vpi snow is the 1 in 16 result of breeding a pair of double het for vpi snow together. Nov 12, 2015 the average ball python has a lifespan of 2030 years. Below you will find our ball pythons for sale, including morphs such as albino, spider, pastel, fire, and many more.
Nice try but ball pythons only need under belly heat. But he is still getting to know his cage, but he keeps pressing his nose against the glass all around the cage, and the top of the cage, and is especially pushing against the glass double doors. When i first started keeping ball pythons i read this book from cover to cover choice. First, we produced the first seven captive bred pastel jungle ball pythons, second, we acquired our imported cinnamon pastel male, and third, we made the decision to breed ball. In reality, this is all a simplification of how genetics actually work, but this is the model that has been found useful by the reptile community. There are many different color morphs and patterns available today in captive bred specimens. Good ball python books vpi s pythons of the world, vol. 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. It is listed as least concern on the iucn red list because of its wide distribution.
Will reach adult size in 3 years, under ideal conditions. Ball pythons are named for their defense behavior of rolling into a tight ball with their head in the middle. We fully support usark and what they do for the reptile community. Ball pythons the history, natural history, care, and breeding. It has detailed information about what to look foravoid when purchasing a ball python. They are very docile and not fastmoving like most snakes, which makes them easy to handle. Usark helps the reptile community fight against local, state and federal law changes that can drastically change the entire hobby. What the ball python lacks in subspecies it makes up for by having a large variety of patterns, markings, and color variations called color morphs. This is the most detailed and comprehensive book ever written about one species of snakeand not just any snake either. And the uv lights over kill as they dont need that either. I also have nerds book and the vpi book is better in every way. Below are some pics of the axanthics i have in my collection and some that i have producedalso there are some pics of the joliff and vpi snow ballsit took an axanthic ball python to make the snow ball happen and years of hard workscroll over the pics to see the description. Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care. Ball python care information ball pythons are one of the most popular snakes being kept and bred in captivity.
It is a landmark text in herpetoculture, setting the standard by which all future works on pythons will be measured. Albino axanthic piebald vpi line world of ball pythons. Youll find answers to these and other questions in this guide to ball python care. The standard ball python has large chocolate brown. Ball pythons for sale python regius at bhb reptiles.
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. It features many of the rarest and most beautiful morphs of the ball python. Albino axanthic ball pythons are typically white in appearance with a faint yellow pattern with the bold redpinkish eyes that are so distinguishable for the albino gene. Python regius we have thousands of exotic ball pythons for sale from top breeders from around the world.
Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care, breeding, and genetic mutations. The pythons of asia and the malay archipelago 2018 a book by david g. Make sure you keep your axanthic lines the same, and if you choose to work with more than one line, make sure you get good records and photos of all of your animals, to avoid issues in the future. Shes a great example of the morph and we cant wait for. Pythons of the world, volume ii pythons of the world, vol. Ball pythons are named for their habit of curling themselves up into a tight ball. Use albino axanthic piebald vpi line in the genetic wizard.
Heres what i do on a weekly basis to take care of my pet ball. Apr 11, 2020 the ball python, python regius, is the smallest of the african pythons and is probably the most popular python in the pet trade. Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care, breeding. This is due to their relatively small size, calm nature and astonishing color variety. This starter kit will ensure that your pet is comfortable in its new habitat. In the pic below, the snake on the left was the first snake to hatch and i thought it was the super frostbite and it was a type of blue eyed leucistic. This is the smallest of the african pythons, and rarely exceeds 3 to 4 in length. Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care, breeding, and genetic mutations kevin mccurley on.
Vpi axanthic super pastel this little girl just hatched. In this article youll find expert advice on all your ball python needs. To help reduce the number of snakes poached from the wild. Appropriately sized frozen rodents, thawedwarmed to above room temperature. Like all other pythons, ball pythons have spurs at their vents. Tracy and dave barker narrate and this is filmed on the premises of vpi. Publishers original onehalf black morocco leather, spine with six raised bands lettered in silver in three compartments, over dark green cloth, color pictorial endpapers, in black clothcovered slipcase with black leather title label lettered in. Hands down, the answer was kevin mccurleys the ultimate ball python. Try browsing the ball pythons index if youre looking for something specific. The natural color pattern is typically black or dark brown with light brown or gold sides and dorsal blotches and the belly is a white or cream that may include scattered black markings. Dh for vpi snow are produced by breeding an albino to an axanthic of the vpi lineage. Meaning if you breed a vpi het axanthic to a tsk the snake keeper line het axanthic together, you will not haych axanthics. 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.
Ball python morphs available for sale, large selection of ball pythons available. Click on the animal you are looking for, enter your email address and be automatically notified the second we get them back in stock. Sharing our love of snakes with others in the reptile community, and responsibly promoting some of the greatest pets in the world. The name ball python refers to the animals tendency to curl into a ball when stressed or frightened. Ball pythons these are animals that are currently out of stock. The hires pictures and information found in this book, combined with the information in the ball python manual are informative and everything you need to know about your ball or regal. Most ball pythons purchased at pet stores and from good breeders in the u.
Ball pythons are beautiful snakes, and the book is illustrated throughout with informative and fascinating an alphabet of ball python morphs, a to z figures and images. It also contains excellent tips and tricks on how to get a picky ball python to eat. Everything to keep your vivarium in good condition. This book is massive, and the pictures of the morphs alone are worth buying the book. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in owning a ball python as well as ball python enthusiasts. Fortyseven years is the official record for the oldest ball python in captivity. Ball pythons are among the most popular of all pet snakes, and make interesting pets for both beginning herp hobbyists and professional breeders. He is also pushing his face into the wood decoration. Small pet care how to create the ideal ball python habitats i need to take notes. Nov 07, 2015 heres an awesome axanthic lacking yellow pigment ball python from the vpi line there are 4 distinct, recessive, incompatible lines. We want you to have the best information out there to know all about this species, if you want to know about ball python history in the wild and captivity, biology, genetics, reproduction, husbandry, breeding in captivity, incubation, and health it is in this book. 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. Start or add to your ball breeding project with this package.
There are well over 100 different color and pattern mutations of the ball python and more are produced each year. The vpi axanthic ball python is a beautiful grey black and white ball python. Ball pythons are among the most common snakes in captivity worldwide and for good reason. There is a 2nd one that has yet to come out of the egg.
This colorful manual offers uptodate and reliable information on selection, acclimating, handling, housing and maintaining ball pythons, all of which will be extremely valuable to newcomers to this remarkable python. Ball pythons are among the vpi vida preciosa international october 18, 2018. The vpi line is the line of axanthic used to produce the vpi snow ball. The ball portion of the pythons name comes from its coiled shape, as the snake often prefers to ball up. Some beginners might find it a little lacking in the basics, but it has detailed information on more advanced husbandry topics as well as problems and treatments. It is that time of year, ball python breeding, incubation, and hatching time. If this had of been a female it would never be leaving but this male will put you on the fast track in the desert ghost project. If you are serious about going into morphs i would recommend checking out one of these books. There and elsewhere throughout morphmarket, these genetic traits are colorcoded by these characteristics. There are three lines of axanthic as we know of 05. The ball python is admired around the world for its distinctly african appearance and its relative medium size and tameability. Jun 04, 2014 traditionally, the ball python is a relaxed, passive animal. To achieve something near this age in captivity they require proper care clean tank, clean water, etc.
However, i must point out, you can buy this book cheaper from vpi. The name royal python from the latin regius comes from the fact that rulers in africa would wear the python as jewelry. This is by far the most complete book on ball pythons. Its relative timidity makes them particularly enjoyable as pets, as they are much easier to handle than more aggressive species. This, along with kevin mccurleys book, should be staples in any ball python breeders library. Unfortunately it isnt practical to show all the animals that are available at any one time, so please contact me if you dont see what you want. So ill approach this article from that perspective.
Our baby vpi axanthic ball pythons for sale are feeding and healthy and will make great pet snakes. The history, natural history, care, and breeding is the most comprehensive and complete book ever written on one snake species. What kinds of morphs can i get from my normal female. All about ball pythons, a dvd from vpi all about ball pythons is a professionally produced onehour film about the maintenance and care of ball pythons. Baby ball pythons for sale python regius with a ton of ball pythons and ball python morphs available. If you want to know if these snakes would make a good pet for you, you first need to understand their care requirements. Most individuals only reach 34 feet in length as adults. Now it is on to the blood python book and we are done the writing part we are just gathering extra data this season and getting photos done. Ball pythons are one of the most popular of the python species kept in captivity today. This ball python habitat makes the ideal 10 gallon tank ball.
So ive decided i may try my hand at breeding in the future and asked other hobbyists what resources were best for identifying and learning about the different ball python morphs colors currently available. See more ideas about ball python, python and reptile show. The ball python name comes from the manner in which they curl up into a ball when they are nervous. Great books providing a great amount of information on the care ball pythons. However, i must point out, you can buy this book cheaper from vpi directly.
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