How do you know when a Ball Python is hungry?
As one of the most popular reptiles in captivity because of their docile nature and ease of maintenance, Ball Pythons can lead a long and happy life if you take good care of them and feed them well. Therefore, all Ball Python owners need to understand their Ball Python's hunger signals in order to feed them nutritious food when they need it.
In order to make sure that Ball Pythons have a healthy and prosperous life, ball owners should read the article in order to know these signs in order to prevent their Ball Pythons from starving to death by not providing them with food in time.
What are some common signs of hungry Ball Python?
You should be aware that Ball Pythons will give you signs of hunger when they are hungry. You should examine those signs and give your Ball Python food when it is hungry. Those physical signs are given below. You should be aware of these physical signs and provide them with food and keep them happy and healthy.
Whenever they taste the air and flick their forked tongue more frequently
As soon as your Ball Python smells your surroundings by flicking its forked tongue in and out of its mouth, this means that your Ball Python is searching for food. They can also search for food when they see that they are using their tongue and body movements to locate food.
When their activity suddenly increases
When you notice that your Ball Python activity suddenly increases, this is an indication that your Ball Python is hungry and it is often seen that Ball Python become more active during times when they are fed.
When they are prowling inside their enclosures
As soon as you notice that your Ball Python spends most of its time walking or circling along the front edge of its enclosure and if they are seeking food in its enclosure, it means that he or she is hungry and needs something to eat.
In addition to these signs, there are a few others that indicate hungry Ball Pythons.
- You notice that they are staring at you more than usual.
- Spending less time soaking in and resting.
- Whenever a Ball Python attempts to escape its enclosure.
- If they immediately consume their food.
- When your Ball Python shows more interest in you.
- You notice that your Ball Python is becoming more aggressive.
- If your Ball Python is constantly moving in and out of hides.
Can you tell me how often I should feed my Ball Python?
It has been reported that many Ball Python owners wonder how often they should feed their Ball Python. However, they should know you should refrain from feeding your Ball Python daily. Ball Pythons of different ages have different feeding frequencies which are given below.
- Ball Pythons that are young or juvenile will eat more often, and they should be fed twice a week.
- If you have an adult Ball Python, it is recommended that you feed it once every 10 to 14 days.
In order to ensure your Ball Python is in good health you should make a feeding schedule for it will help you too much. If your Ball Python doesn't eat food for the last 1 month then you should see a specialist to check how healthy your Ball Python is.