Adoption Details For Vine!
Name:
Vine
Animal Id:
6342
Date Created:
6/12/2022 11:54:03 PM
Age:
14 Year(s) 2 Month(s) Old
Type:
Snake
Gender:
Male
Primary Breed:
Ball Python
Spayed / Neutered:
No
Secondary Breed:
Microchip:
Primary Color:
Brown
Markings:
6342, WW, OF, K2
Secondary Color:
Cream
Pattern:
Weight:
🎁🐍💛 Hi, I’m Vine — your long, slinky companion hoping to find a forever home this holiday season! 💛🐍🎁
I slithered into rescue after being left in a tiny tank outside a pet store, and I’ve been growing, thriving, and charming everyone ever since — I’ve been in loving care since June 2022. I may be a gentle giant, but I’m the perfect low-maintenance companion to curl up with and share warm, cozy moments. ✨
By day, I love snoozing in my cozy hide, and by night, I’m curious and ready to explore — the perfect mix of calm and adventure. I even sometimes burp and blow bubbles, which my humans think is hilariously adorable! 🫧💨
💛 Fun facts about me, Vine:
🎄 I’m just over 5 feet long — one of the biggest ball pythons the rescue has ever seen!
❄️ I’m calm, gentle, and easygoing — the ultimate chill companion.
🎁 With proper care, I could live 30–40 years — plenty of time for cozy coiling and holiday cuddles.
🏠 I need my own secure habitat to stay safe and happy.
💛 I could grow up to 6 feet, though most ball pythons usually top out around 5 feet.
🎄 Ball python basics you should know:
🌙 Primarily nocturnal creatures — most active in the evening and night.
🪢 Curl into a tight “ball” when stressed or resting.
🍽️ Carnivores — eat appropriately sized rodents.
🎁 Lifespan: 20–40 years with proper care.
🤗 Friendly and docile — great for first-time or experienced keepers.
This holiday season, I’m hoping for a special person to open their heart and home. I promise cozy companionship, gentle cuddles, and lots of love in return. Thank you to everyone who has cared for me while I waited — I can’t wait to finally share my love with a forever family. 💛🎁
💛 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:
1️⃣🎄 We can only accept applications from interested parties who are in or near San Diego County, California at this time.
2️⃣❄️ We do not ship reptiles 🚫✈️ but may be willing to work with you if you are able to travel 🚗.
3️⃣🎁 #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 |