Adoption Details For Grimbolina Pretzel!



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Name:
Grimbolina Pretzel
Animal Id:
1241
Date Created:
7/28/2021 12:40:52 AM
Age:
7 Year(s) 12 Month(s) Old
Type:
Snake
Gender:
Undetermined
Primary Breed:
Ball Python
Spayed / Neutered:
No
Secondary Breed:
Microchip:
Primary Color:
Brown
Markings:
Secondary Color:
Black
Pattern:
Weight:
0 lbs
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🐍 JULY 2025 SPECIAL: This snake's adoption fee is reduced by 50% 🐍 Let’s rewrite the story for these forgotten snakes. Adopt a Normal {common}. Love a legend. 💚 💘 Meet Grimbolina Pretzel – The Longtime Love Waiting for a Forever Home! 🐍💕 Grimbolina Pretzel (or Grim for short) is a stunning ball python with an extraordinary pattern of tiny "alien heads" that make them truly out of this world! This gentle yet adventurous snake has been in our care since July 2021, patiently waiting for that one special person to finally bring them home. While life at the rescue has been filled with care and enrichment, Grim is still dreaming of a forever family to call their own. 💖 Why You’ll Love Grim: ✨ A Nocturnal Companion – Grim thrives in the evening, happily exploring and interacting once the sun sets. ✨ A Unique Beauty – Their mesmerizing markings make them a true work of art! ✨ An Active Explorer – At 5+ feet long, Grim needs a secure enclosure with a lock, as they have been known to take a little self-guided adventure now and then! ✨ A Snake With Personality – Grim is curious and easygoing, but prefers not to have their head or neck touched—once settled in, they love supervised out-of-enclosure time! Grim’s Love Story So Far… Grim’s journey began when a previous family, who adopted them from a neighbor, realized they loved snakes but weren’t fully prepared for the responsibility. Wanting the best for Grim, they entrusted them to us, where we have provided top-notch care and plenty of love—but nothing can replace the warmth of a true forever home. Grim has been waiting so patiently for a family who understands and appreciates ball pythons. With the right care, Grim can be your devoted reptile companion for up to 40 years! As an adult, if you are worried about such a long commitment, we know that it will be more along the lines of 10 - 20 years. Could you be the perfect match? 💌 Are you ready to welcome Grim into your heart and home? Click the Adoption Application button below to start your journey together! 💌 PLEASE NOTE: 📍 We can only accept applications from adopters in or near San Diego County, California. 🚗 We do not ship reptiles, but in some cases, we may work with adopters willing to travel within Southern California. Final decisions will be made at the discretion of the board of directors. Grim has been waiting a long time for the right match—could it be you? 🐍💕



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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