Adoption Details For Yomi!
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Name:
Yomi
Animal Id:
3265
Date Created:
10/29/2021 6:54:33 PM
Age:
6 Year(s) 7 Month(s) Old
Type:
Snake
Gender:
Male
Primary Breed:
Ball Python
Spayed / Neutered:
No
Secondary Breed:
Microchip:
Primary Color:
Brown
Markings:
Secondary Color:
Black
Pattern:
Weight:
0 lbs
PENDING ADOPTION!!!
Meet Yomi, a sweet and gentle soul who has been waiting patiently for their forever home since October 29, 2021—over 680 days in rescue care, longing for a family to call their own.
Yomi’s journey began when a Good Samaritan found them as a stray and brought them to the shelter. Thankfully, Yomi was transferred to the rescue to give her the best chance at finding a loving home. Could that be with you?
A fun fact about Yomi: incredibly easygoing and loves socializing. Healthy, thriving, and around 3 to 4 feet long with the circumference of your arm, Yomi enjoys watching the world outside the enclosure and, when handled, is perfectly content to relax in your arms. Never aggressive, Yomi does get excited for mealtime and strikes quickly—so be prepared! Despite size, Yomi is a gentle giant who’s great with kids. Yomi is a "couch potato" who loves to snuggle up during "Homestead Rescue" and enjoy the warmth of a cuddle.
Yomi is an adult ball python, and with the proper care—including the right diet, habitat, substrate, temperature, and humidity—could live a long, healthy life for 30 to 40 years. Yomi may even grow to be 5 feet or longer! To ensure safety, Yomi will need a secure habitat with a locking enclosure. Don’t worry—our rescue will provide all the information needed to prepare for Yomi's arrival.
After so many days in care, Yomi is more than ready to find a home where they can share their calm and affectionate nature. If you think Yomi could be the perfect addition to your family or if you’d like to learn more, please click the Adoption Application button below. An adoption counselor will be in touch to help you take the next steps.
PLEASE NOTE:
1- We can only accept applications from interested parties who are in or near San Diego County, California at this time.
2- We do not ship reptiles but we may be willing to work with you if you are willing to travel if you are still in Southern California.
3- #2 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.
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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