Getting a baby burm next week

Long time lurker, I created this account specifically because I need to share my excitement and hope to connect with other keepers.

To preface, I have been keeping reptiles for 17 years. I never thought I could have a giant snake due to space. Well, my partner and I just bought a property in desert country and this baby will have a 10x10 outdoor enclosure as an adult (as well as an indoor for winter)

I’ve done a lot of research and settled on a male Burmese python. I love retics as well, but from what I’ve seen the males just don’t always have the best attitude once they reach maturity. Also, I am a relatively smaller female, and while my partner will be around for handling, we’re more comfortable with a male- yes, he’ll still get huge, but not 18 ft 200lbs huge lol

Were thinking of naming him Jamal. It means beauty and he is beautiful but it’s also funny because he has a derpy face. He’s coming next week after the crazy holiday weekend is over.

I’ll post a pic as a reply here since I’m still learning how to navigate the forum.


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:welcome: I'm sure I speak for others too when I say we look forward to meeting "Jamal" (or-?) & hearing more about your adventures with him. Lurk no more! :cool:

(I don't personally "do" giant snakes but some others here do.)

He's got a real unique look, & yes, I have to agree, a "derpy face", lol. Whatever you name him is up to you- he won't care anyway. :snake:

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Originally Posted by Bogertophis

:welcome: I'm sure I speak for others too when I say we look forward to meeting "Jamal" (or-?) & hearing more about your adventures with him. Lurk no more! :cool:

(I don't personally "do" giant snakes but some others here do.)

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Thank you! I’ve actually lurked for years now, which sounds creepy haha but I look forward to being a more active member.


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What beautiful derpy eyes and nice colours!! I love him already :D

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Originally Posted by Luvyna

What beautiful derpy eyes and nice colours!! I love him already :D

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Thank you! His face sold it for me lol


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Originally Posted by RedxRuin92

Thank you! I’ve actually lurked for years now, which sounds creepy haha but I look forward to being a more active member.


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Welcome to the forum. :D As a relative noob, I look forward to benefitting from your many years of experience.

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Originally Posted by RedxRuin92

Well, my partner and I just bought a property in desert country and this baby will have a 10x10 outdoor enclosure as an adult (as well as an indoor for winter)

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I'm so envious. When I retire, I'm moving someplace warm so I can build monstrous outdoor enclosures.

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Originally Posted by RedxRuin92

Thank you! His face sold it for me lol


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It really is his best feature! So endearing and cute :D I hope he has a sweet personality to match that face

He is darling. It's nice to hear when people finally get to have a dream animal they never thought they could because life takes a nice turn. I was a lurker for years before I finally started an account and became active too. Nothing creepy about it, you can learn a lot, and sometimes there just isn't much to say. A new baby, especially something as monumental as a burm, is a great occasion to start talking and showing him off, so welcome!

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Originally Posted by nikkubus

... I was a lurker for years before I finally started an account and became active too....

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AHA! So now the truth comes out! :rofl: (I never figured you for a lurker- you're so good at sharing your knowledge. So no "back-sliding, ya hear?)

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Originally Posted by Homebody

I'm so envious. When I retire, I'm moving someplace warm so I can build monstrous outdoor enclosures.

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Thank you for the welcome and i hope you are able to! I’m looking forward to this new chapter


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Originally Posted by Luvyna

It really is his best feature! So endearing and cute :D I hope he has a sweet personality to match that face

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I hope so too… I was told by the breeder that he’s the best eater of the clutch lol so tap training will start immediately


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Originally Posted by nikkubus

He is darling. It's nice to hear when people finally get to have a dream animal they never thought they could because life takes a nice turn. I was a lurker for years before I finally started an account and became active too. Nothing creepy about it, you can learn a lot, and sometimes there just isn't much to say. A new baby, especially something as monumental as a burm, is a great occasion to start talking and showing him off, so welcome!

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Thank you!! I am so excited to get him and share the journey.


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Originally Posted by RedxRuin92

I hope so too… I was told by the breeder that he’s the best eater of the clutch lol so tap training will start immediately


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That sounds like a good plan! It actually look like he is expecting a meal in that photo you posted haha

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Originally Posted by RedxRuin92

Thank you!! I am so excited to get him and share the journey.


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Any news on said journey?

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