Adoption Details For Oleo aka Olivia!
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Name:
Oleo aka Olivia
Animal Id:
150
Date Created:
9/30/2020 6:03:27 AM
Age:
11 Year(s) 10 Month(s) Old
Type:
Snake
Gender:
Undetermined
Primary Breed:
Ball Python
Spayed / Neutered:
No
Secondary Breed:
Microchip:
Primary Color:
Brown
Markings:
Secondary Color:
Cream
Pattern:
Weight:
0 lbs
OLEO IS PENDING ADOPTION - WHICH MEANS THAT WE ARE NOT TAKING NEW APPLICATIONS FOR THIS PET AT THIS TIME
Hi! My name is Oleo!
I was surrendered by my mom only because she was not able to afford to keep me in this uncertain time. She raised me since i was the size of a pencil! Because she loved me so much, she worked hard to get me to a loving and caring rescue.
At only approximately 8 yrs old I am very large. My mom loved me but she was power feeding me too. Since being at the rescue I receive a balanced feeding schedule, the right size food, and I have been converted from live to frozen-thawed food.
I am a very social snake and I love being held and checking out new things! Being nocturnal, I spend most of the day sleeping in my hide but I do like to come out in the evening to socialize with all the members of my foster family. I think my photos show that :)
With the right diet, habitat, substrate, temperature, and humidity I can live a long and healthy life of up to 30 to 40 years! Though I am still considered young, I am larger for than most at my age but my max will be approximately 5 feet. We are not sure of my gender at this time but if I am female, I can get even longer!
If you think we may be a good match, or you would like to get to know me better, please click the Adoption Application button below and you will be contacted to set up a date!
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT SHIP OUR ANIMALS. We can only accept applications from interested parties who are in or near San Diego County, California at this time.
Hi! My name is Oleo!
I was surrendered by my mom only because she was not able to afford to keep me in this uncertain time. She raised me since i was the size of a pencil! Because she loved me so much, she worked hard to get me to a loving and caring rescue.
At only approximately 8 yrs old I am very large. My mom loved me but she was power feeding me too. Since being at the rescue I receive a balanced feeding schedule, the right size food, and I have been converted from live to frozen-thawed food.
I am a very social snake and I love being held and checking out new things! Being nocturnal, I spend most of the day sleeping in my hide but I do like to come out in the evening to socialize with all the members of my foster family. I think my photos show that :)
With the right diet, habitat, substrate, temperature, and humidity I can live a long and healthy life of up to 30 to 40 years! Though I am still considered young, I am larger for than most at my age but my max will be approximately 5 feet. We are not sure of my gender at this time but if I am female, I can get even longer!
If you think we may be a good match, or you would like to get to know me better, please click the Adoption Application button below and you will be contacted to set up a date!
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT SHIP OUR ANIMALS. We can only accept applications from interested parties who are in or near San Diego County, California at this time.
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.
Animal Reference Material:
| Category | Title | AnimalType | Breed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Care | *SBRSC Ball Python Information Guide for Adoption | Snake | Ball Python | |
| Animal Care | Ball Python Care: Feeding, Housing and Handling | Snake | Ball Python | |
| Animal Care | Snake UVB Lighting: What you need to know! | Snake | ||
| Blog | [VIDEO] Is a Ball Python right for me? | Snake | Ball Python |
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