Little Mojo hasn't eaten yet.

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Originally Posted by NYHC4LIFE8899

I got my baby in a 29 gallon high.. A couple hides. Warms spot,cool spot,humidity proper,plenty of vines and fake bushes and he's all good.

i think it don't matter if it's a baby in a 55 gallon,it's fine,as long as you have plenty of hides and bushes and vines and things for him to climb. They are wild animals and live outside and the world is a pretty big place,lol..point is make the tank set up properly and he will be fine,IMO

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I would agree, if this was a WC python but unfortunately it's a CB, and therefore never experienced the wild. So, it really isn't the same.



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Originally Posted by Kodieh

You've got a snake that's less than 100 grams in a 32qt enclosure; that could be your problem. I've got my 140ish gram Mojave in a 12 qt right now, and she eats like a champ.

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And I got my baby male,haven't got a scale yet,but he's probably only about 2 months old and in a 29 gallon high tank and I can barely put the f/t in the tank before he is striking at it,incredibly aggressive. Depends on the snake and how u have his home set up. Mine eats like there is no tommorow.

i plan on buying a scale tommorow as well.

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Originally Posted by Kodieh

I would agree, if this was a WC python but unfortunately it's a CB, and therefore never experienced the wild. So, it really isn't the same.



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Mine is in a big tank and just started shedding and eats like a beast ,very aggressive feeder. I have hides and proper temp and humidity,I have no problems. Whether they are WC or CB,there wild animals naturally,just like cats and dogs,they instinctively know how to survive in the wild,this is a fact. Hive him the proper conditions and he will be fine. Mine is a perfect example. . I was also toddy tank was too big,well doesn't seem that way.

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Originally Posted by NYHC4LIFE8899

Mine is in a big tank and just started shedding and eats like a beast ,very aggressive feeder. I have hides and proper temp and humidity,I have no problems. Whether they are WC or CB,there wild animals naturally,just like cats and dogs,they instinctively know how to survive in the wild,this is a fact. Hive him the proper conditions and he will be fine. Mine is a perfect example. . I was also toddy tank was too big,well doesn't seem that way.

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I get what you're saying, however it does matter. You've been able to make a tank work, that's great. I'm happy for you.

However, it didn't work for this person (a large enclosure) and we suggested alternatives to said large enclosure to make the python feel more secure.

I'm glad your python is eating great, that's wonderful. You have success, the OP does not. That's all this is. I agree with whoever told you your tank is too big. I also wonder why you're putting a snake in a fish tank, however that's up to you. We're also not in this thread about you and your set up, but to get the OPs snake eating. Hopefully the new accommodations are successful, as you have been so far.

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I had my guy 2 month hatchlin in a 50 gallon takn with sliding doors to start and he refused feeding to start, so I replaced the tank with a 2'x2' pvc cage and loaded it up with hides so he'd feel secure and after letting him sit for another week did the trick for me. He's killed 2 rat pups for me now in a 7 day span. The 2x2 cage is still pretty big, but its a black PVC box vs the open glass tank I had and the temps and humidity are much more consistent. I suppose every snake has his preferences.

I have to try and get him on F/T but he's still refusing them. I fed him a rat pup last Wednesday live and he smashed it no issue. This past Wednesday I offered a F/T rat pup as I have 15 in the freezer and he wouldn't touch it. Today I put live rat pup number 2 in and he smashed it again no issue.

I have had to teach myself to stay calm and not try to over do it because then I just stressed him out more. He even snapped at me at one point.

I understand what you're dealing with and all I could do was take it slow and give him what he wanted.....Time to get settled in a comfortable space, and live prey. I hope you get the little guy eating, he's a nice mojo

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Originally Posted by Kodieh

I get what you're saying, however it does matter. You've been able to make a tank work, that's great. I'm happy for you.

However, it didn't work for this person (a large enclosure) and we suggested alternatives to said large enclosure to make the python feel more secure.

I'm glad your python is eating great, that's wonderful. You have success, the OP does not. That's all this is. I agree with whoever told you your tank is too big. I also wonder why you're putting a snake in a fish tank, however that's up to you. We're also not in this thread about you and your set up, but to get the OPs snake eating. Hopefully the new accommodations are successful, as you have been so far.

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The reason I have him in a fish tank is cause it was readily available. But I know quiet a few ppl who have them if fish tanks and for years with no problems... Temp is temp no matter how you look at it,humidity is humidity,ventilation is ventilation ,if problems arise then I will look into changing tanks if that's the case but it isn't all that serious. I can understand how ppl around here look at things,but I'll also say a lot of ppl around here over react and go overboard. Like I said I know ppl and have spoken to ppl and well they have no problems,most just have thermostat and humidity gauge,heat pad and heat and uv lights,not monitoring very single degree of heat that comes out of the UTH and heat lamp. Perfect example is my boys 6 ft Clo Red tail boa...his set up is just as I stated,he has not ome problem.I understand your point whole heartedly,but I really don't think the tank is going to kill the snake,lol,I think the tank is the last of the concerns when it comes to taking care of a pet snake.

Do you think every person that has a snake has it in a reptile tank? Again,for a fact,NO. Not trying to argue,I really don't know anything,but I do know ppl tend to over react and can be drama queens about things.

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Originally Posted by NYHC4LIFE8899

The reason I have him in a fish tank is cause it was readily available. But I know quiet a few ppl who have them if fish tanks and for years with no problems... Temp is temp no matter how you look at it,humidity is humidity,ventilation is ventilation ,if problems arise then I will look into changing tanks if that's the case but it isn't all that serious. I can understand how ppl around here look at things,but I'll also say a lot of ppl around here over react and go overboard. Like I said I know ppl and have spoken to ppl and well they have no problems,most just have thermostat and humidity gauge,heat pad and heat and uv lights,not monitoring very single degree of heat that comes out of the UTH and heat lamp. Perfect example is my boys 6 ft Clo Red tail boa...his set up is just as I stated,he has not ome problem.I understand your point whole heartedly,but I really don't think the tank is going to kill the snake,lol,I think the tank is the last of the concerns when it comes to taking care of a pet snake.

Do you think every person that has a snake has it in a reptile tank? Again,for a fact,NO. Not trying to argue,I really don't know anything,but I do know ppl tend to over react and can be drama queens about things.

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I'm gonna stop responding now, you're obviously feeling validated in your views and don't have an open mind to changing. I haven't once come out and said "you're doing it wrong".

Thanks for your time, and I wish you the best of luck with your future endeavors.

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Digging the new setup OP. Smaller bowl, and one more of those AP hides you'll be golden-but do it quick and leave him alone for 5-7 days ;-)


P.S.-somewhere in this thread someone mentioned using unmonitored UTH and UV lights...don't do that.
Save money on a uv light(completely unnecessary for balls and close to 100% sure red tail boas as well)and buy a thermostat, even if it's a cheapy(not suggesting cheap, just saying it's better than uncontrolled)
Keep us posted on your progress

Here's and update for everyone if you're interested. I switched him to a smaller tub on Saturday, and put a smaller water crock and hide in there with him. Since then I've seen him out and about every night exploring and actually drinking water. This alone is a massive step forward compared to when he was in the 32 quart tub because within two weeks in there I never once saw him out. When I look into his tub during the day you can now see his head poking out staring back at me he's no longer in a tight little ball. Again another massive step forward. Tomorrow is feeding day for my brood, and I'm going to attempt to feed him last mainly so he can start to smell the food and go into hunting mode before I drop dinner in. Wish me luck guys!

Good luck!