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    Frequency of Shedding

    How often do Ball Pythons Shed? We have had our BP for about 1 month and no shed yet,.....he (she) is about 5-6 months old, is 20 inches, and weighs 132 grams now.
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    Re: Frequency of Shedding

    every 4-6 weeks is the general rule, it depends on there growth.
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    Re: Frequency of Shedding

    Don't worry too much. As long as you feed him regularly and he eats, then he will shed when its time.

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    Re: Frequency of Shedding

    Quote Originally Posted by Mendel's Balls
    How often do Ball Pythons Shed? We have had our BP for about 1 month and no shed yet,.....he (she) is about 5-6 months old, is 20 inches, and weighs 132 grams now.
    They all go on their own schedule. Don't sweat it.

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    Re: Frequency of Shedding

    All.....Thanks for the help!
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