Hey guys,

My adult (or sub-adult, he's 1.5 years of age) male ball python is fasting. Its been a month, and I know I shouldn't be too worried, its just very strange behavior for my little guy. Well, not really little, before he stopped eating he broke 2100 grams empty! He was an incredible eater; struck fast, never had to do a dance or anything. He'd even eat while in blue! For about 2-3 months he was pounding 2 small rats every 7 days, and suddenly he stopped. Now I offer the prey, same prey item, and its like he's terrified of it! No defensive strike, he just tries to get out of his feed box.

My husbandry is spot on, always has been for Shrike. Nothing has changed, the boa in my collection continues to feed like a garbage disposal, and I'm worried about Shrike's odd behavior. In addition, he's already lost a good amount of weight, and with only one bowel movement! He went from 2100 grams to 1600 grams, and while he doesn't look skinny... he's no longer "fat and happy".

So when do I start to worry? When do I take him to a vet and bring in his most recent stool sample?

Thanks guys, this community has always been there for me

-Fataltix