New here..could really use some help..

Hey all. My name is Sarah. I'm new to owning snakes, and own an appx. 20 inch long BP male. He's been worrying me a bit the past 2 days. I fed him on Saturday (multiple feed, were VERY small mice) and he seems bloated, almost as if there is air in his lower abdomen. It sounds hollow, and is not hard to the touch. He has never been like this before, and it's got me stumped. He has been acting a bit lethargic, but hey, he just ate Saturday night. Any clues as to what it could be would be greatly appreciated. I can post pictures a bit later tonight if they will be of any help. His enclosure is kept at around 85, with a cooler side, and fresh water available at all times. He's been drinking, and is very active when I take him out.

Thanks :)

You need to get your temps up to help your snake digest properly...especially after a large meal. Your warm side should be 92-94 degrees at all times...and the "cool" side around 82-84. You really don't want it dropping below 80 for any length of time.


Warm it up and leave him alone for a week or so and see what happens. Could be a big bowel movement on the way. ;)

How long have you had him?

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Originally Posted by JLC

You need to get your temps up to help your snake digest properly...especially after a large meal. Your warm side should be 92-94 degrees at all times...and the "cool" side around 82-84. You really don't want it dropping below 80 for any length of time.


Warm it up and leave him alone for a week or so and see what happens. Could be a big bowel movement on the way. ;)

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My thoughts exactly, but as it is impossible to diagnosis something like that over the internet I would urge you to go to a good herp vet if you are worried.

I've had him since early Nov. This is the first problem I've ever really had with him. I do have 2 heaters on the warm side of the tank, and will turn the other one on (one under the bottom, and one on the side) I did find a small bowel movement where he has been hanging out a lot..maybe theres more to come?

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Originally Posted by ZEGARE81

It sounds hollow,

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I wouldn't worry just yet. *knock on snakes*

Give him a few days, if it doesnt go down, take him to a vet.