Ok so, we aquired a 5yr old male ball python from a lady who developed an alergen to rats. We should have gotten more info before we go thim, but my husband wouldnt wait, and he claimed to know what he was doing. Truth be told he only knows how to hold him. He put raw soil from outside in the tank and some grass seed, but i made him bake it at the very least. He seema to be getting a pink belly at a slowish rate. I read that there could be many causes like starting to shed, not accustomed to the substrate, bacteria, too much moisture, mites and so on. I cant find anything on characturistica of a shed, bacteria or mites. So, if it is the soil then what IS a good substrate that can grow vines and such?? I also cant find what the appropriate humidity is supposed to be at. I do have his basking side at almost a constant 90 give or take a degree, and his cooler side at 80 give or take a degree. I cant find an accurate answer about humidity either, it seems to vary a lot. We do lice in a moit area so i know that will effect him, so what is a good humidity?? I also read that they require baths. His water dish is big enough, but he only drinks it. He does like the faucett tho. How often do they need baths, whats the best way to do it and what do i put in it?? Im sure i have many many more questio.s, but im kinda rushed at the moment. And additional info would be greatly appreciated, as long as its friendly!! Thanks for your time.