Available for Adoption! Gum Ball Jin!

Adoption Details For Gum Ball Jin!

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Name:

Gum Ball Jin

Animal Id:

1240

Date Created:

7/28/2021 12:39:10 AM

Age:

4 Year(s) 10 Month(s) Old

Type:

Snake

Gender:

Undetermined

Primary Breed:

Ball Python

Spayed / Neutered:

Secondary Breed:

Microchip:

Primary Color:

Brown

Markings:

Secondary Color:

Pattern:

Weight:

0 lbs

PENDING ADOPTION!!!

Hi! My name is Gum Ball Jin!

I'm a young 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.

I'm also very healthy and I am a great eater! As a young and active ball python, I require my own habitat that is secure. I have managed to get out on a few occasions so my habitat will require a lock.

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 considered on the small side now, I can get as big as 5 feet, as a female, maybe even bigger!

I was found as a stray and transferred to rescue to help me find my new home!  Could it be with you?

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 an adoption counselor will reach back out to you!

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

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