Housing 2 pythons

Is it ok to house 2 BP's in the same tank after they have matured?

No.

Snakes are not social, and do not like sharing their space with another. Cannibalism, though rare, does occur.

Normally one will become dominant over the other. they may look like they're 'cuddling' but they're just competing for the best spots in the cage. The less dominant one may stop eating, and at least will be stressed.

Keeping them together allows them to pass diseases and parasites to each other as well.

Very well put, April. Hit my thoughts right on the nail.

you're going to get this from everyone....one snake, one cage. Run a search for this topic and read some of the huge threads that have happened in the past, it can open eyes.

I will seperate them asap. some people i've met locally, house certain species together, but to heck with that!!


I just want to give them the best life possible

the wife and i just love both of our bp's



THANKS FOR THE FEEDBACK!!!!!

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Originally Posted by pythonweb

I will seperate them asap. some people i've met locally, house certain species together, but to heck with that!!


I just want to give them the best life possible

the wife and i just love both of our bp's



THANKS FOR THE FEEDBACK!!!!!

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That was the easiest convincing that has EVER had to be done on separating snakes! Nice job April!

Welcome to the site and we love pictures so chop chop with the pics of your snakes! :)

I wish I could be that convincing!

They are both around 3 years old and i haven't had any problems


always seperate at feeding time

How many of you have 2 or more together?

Before I came here, I did the same exact thing as you, for 5 years. They seemed fine for a long time! I came here because it seemed that my male was stressed, not getting water although it was available, and they were always coiled tightly around eachother. They would fight over food, too. My male developed a RI infection and stopped eating and shedding. They both just weren't growing like I wanted, either.


After hundreds of dollars, my male is in the original 55 gallon tank (spoiled brat) eating every week, shedding, and growing. My female is in my rack with all the other tubs, again thriving quite nicely.

They may "seem" fine, but they can't talk to you and tell you how things are really going. They only way you'll know is when they can pysically show you, like when they get sick or even worse, die.

I am so happy and forever gratefuls that I came here as they saved my snake's life. These people will help you with any questions you may have, and make you a snakie expert!

Welcome, and um, pictures please??? :welcome:

Good story Ginger and certainly convincing! I have 3 BPs that were always kept together. One of the males was WAY smaller than the other 2. I separated them immediately and his weight has doubled. They aren't social creatures and don't want to be with other snakes other than during breeding. Our need to anthropomorhize sometimes takes over when it shouldn't.

AHHH not this question again :frustrate

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AHHH not this question again :frustrate

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Haha. God, I know.

It's certainly easy to understand how a beginner can be confused. First off, several zoos and pet stores house their animals in this manner. Second, there are always some locals that swear by keeping them together. :rolleyes: I know it can be tiring answering the same questions over and over, but I think it important to answer this question as calmly and intellectually as possible. Besides many of us have made husbandry mistakes, and were newbies at some point. ;)

Welcome to BP.net! Don't worry about asking questions...ask away! Do search here on the forums and be sure to check out the other sections (Caresheets, DIY's, etc.).

If anyone's being a meanie head, we'll make Jamie give'em a wet willy.

Pictures plz thx! =D

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Welcome to BP.net! Don't worry about asking questions...ask away! Do search here on the forums and be sure to check out the other sections (Caresheets, DIY's, etc.).

If anyone's being a meanie head, we'll make Jamie give'em a wet willy.

Pictures plz thx! =D

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Cassandra loves my wet willies...Wait, that sounded bad... :)

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Originally Posted by jglass38

Cassandra loves my wet willies...Wait, that sounded bad... :)

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/rolls her eyes

I'm glad to hear you're separating them! They'll both be happier (as much as a snake can be anyway lol) and healthier because of it.

If you have any more questions, don't hesitate to ask!

And yes, pics! We love pics. :)