Species Detail
Ball Python
Snakes

Ball Python

Python regius

Habitat

Grasslands, savannas, and sparse woodlands

Range

West and Central Africa

Adult Size

3-5 ft (0.9-1.5 m)

Diet

Small rodents, birds

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Conservation status:Near Threatened

Seasonal Feeding Schedule

Feeding guidance aligned to the species' native seasons โ€” origin: Northern Hemisphere.

Months shown for the Northern Hemisphere โ€” matches native range.

Spring
Mar โ€“ May

Resume feeding after brumation; offer mice or small rats every 7-10 days

Summer
Jun โ€“ Aug

Peak season; feed every 7 days as metabolism is highest

Autumn
Sep โ€“ Nov

Reduce to every 10-14 days as temps cool

Winter
Dec โ€“ Feb

Brumation; feeding may stop or reduce to once every 3-4 weeks