Adoption Details For Caramel!



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Name:
Caramel
Animal Id:
12468
Date Created:
9/6/2023 10:41:36 PM
Age:
3 Year(s) 2 Month(s) Old
Type:
Snake
Gender:
Undetermined
Primary Breed:
Ball Python
Spayed / Neutered:
No
Secondary Breed:
Microchip:
Primary Color:
Black
Markings:
12468, WW, R1, K1
Secondary Color:
Brown
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Weight:
0 lbs
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🎃🧡 Hi, my name is Caramel! 🐍👻 I may be called a “common” ball python, but there’s nothing ordinary about me. My unique patterns might even hint at some leopard lineage, making me just as beautiful as I am sweet. My journey hasn’t been the easiest. I came into the shelter system on September 1, 2023, during an emergency intake of several unusual species. At first, I was overwhelmed and very fearful, but then I was transferred into rescue care, where I finally felt safe and loved. It took some time, but with patience and kindness, I’ve learned to trust humans. I’m naturally shy, but calm, gentle, and easy to handle. My foster says I’m sweet and observant, with a steady feeding schedule and a love for cozy hides. While I’m not super active, I do enjoy quiet companionship — sometimes hanging out around the back of your neck for movie nights or calm hangouts for up to two hours at a time. As of April 2025, I measure 30.5 inches long and weigh just under a pound (1 lb 0.9 oz / 47.89 g). I’d do best with someone patient and compassionate, who understands that love sometimes takes time, and who will give me a safe space to keep blossoming. 🎃 A few spooky fun facts about ball pythons like me: 🕸️ We’re primarily nocturnal, so our adventures happen mostly in the evenings and nights. 👻 We curl into a tight ball when we feel scared — that’s how we got our name! 🕷️ We can grow 3–5 feet long as adults and live 30–40 years with proper care. 🍬 We’re generally gentle and easy to handle, perfect for calm, patient humans. 💀 We love hides and burrowing, which make us feel safe and cozy. If you’re looking for a sweet, spooky, and patient companion, maybe we’re a perfect match! 🎃💛 💛🎃 If you’d like to make me part of your family, please click the Adoption Application button below — I can’t wait to meet you! 👻🕸️ ✨ PLEASE NOTE: 🕷️ We can only accept applications from interested parties who are in or near San Diego County, California at this time. 💀 We do not ship reptiles 🚫✈️ but we may be willing to work with you if you are willing to travel 🚗. 🕸️ #2 (skull) will depend on the animal that you are applying for and is at the discretion of the board of directors.



Quick Reference Guide

Animal Type
Snake
Breed
Ball Python
Introduction
Ball pythons, also known as the Royal Python, are a non-venomous, constrictor species native to the bushlands and savannas of Central and Western Africa. They are a medium-sized snake ranging from 3-6 feet. These snakes are crepuscular, which means that they are most active at night, but especially active around dawn and dusk. As ambush hunters, they actively track down and then wait for prey such as rodents, birds, and lizards to scurry past before striking. Ball pythons are sexually dimorphic, which means there is a noteworthy difference in size between males(smaller) and females (larger), but not as large in some other snake species. Ball pythons have a 15-30 year lifespan in captivity.
Difficulty
Beginner
Difficulty Notes
Ball pythons are among the most popular pet snakes. They are good beginner snakes because they are docile and easy to handle.
Basking Temp
95-104
Ambient Temp
80-86
Lowest Temp
72-78
Temp Notes
The use of undertank heat mats with glass tanks or radiant heat panels as internal heaters for night heat, and cage guarded halogen/incandescent bulbs as day heat is preferred. Never install any heating device without plugging it into a thermostat and always securely wire the thermostat probe within the heating range of the device generating heat.
Diet
Carnivore
Diet Notes
Frozen thawed rodents in sizes equal to the girth of your snake at its center. Feeding frequency in general is 1 prey item fed in intervals coorisponding to the length in feet of your snake. A one foot snake would be fed weekly, a 4 foot snake every 4 weeks, etc. As ball pythons get larger their metabolism slows down. This is a guidleine, so adjust to the health of your specific snake to maintain a healthy weight.
UVA Intensity
Shade Dweller
UVB Intensity
Low/Occasional
Ferguson Zone
2
Lighting Notes
Provide 12hrs of both light and darkness on a timer for consistancy. Never use colored bulbs.
Enclosure Size
Large Semi-Arborial
Enclosure Notes
While females are largely terrestrial, males and juviniles are considered semi-arborial as they have a liking to climb and hunt in trees.
Substrate
Coco Chips
Substrate Notes
Coconut husk chip substrate absorbs odors and moisture very well. A layer of about 4" is preferred.
Humidity
High (70-100%)
Humidity Notes
Ball Pythons prefer humid environments and should be provided a humid hide if possible.

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