Well I am in preparation for my first ball python which lead me here a few weeks ago and I have been loving this site and the hobby so far.

I have a lot going on in my life and I am trying to get settled into a new place, just started a new job and the weather has been all over the place so my foray into ball pythons has sort of been on hold. Although I have purchased a cinnamon banana morph from a reputable breeder. He has been amazing in educating me answering questions and just getting me ready. He’s also caring for and keeping my new guy warm safe and well fed as we hone in on a delivery date.

In the interim, I’ve been cruising the local shops and making friends with hobbyist to see their operations and set ups and learn learn.

Anyway I came across a guy who hadn’t some young mandarin rat snakes. Needless to say the big bit me hard. Thinking about waiting maybe another few weeks even a month for my ball has had me antsy as ever.

After handling a few and finding one I really liked and being told what seems to be very simple husbandry as I understand these snakes are rather unique and don’t require the same parameters as most snakes. I ended up leaving with one ! I’m stoked to say the least.

Any current or or former keepers of these gorgeous snakes please feel free to help me, share some words of advice or just drop some knowledge I appreciate it.