This girl is a "normal" Royal python.
She feeds on her schedule, not mine. I have no doubt this snake will be here for many more years. I prefer the normal color and pattern to all else. I feel the same about that with all the species I have.
Hunter at 13 years old. (July 28)
This snake is bomb proof. She is mellow and has never tried to bite since day one.
She was a gift for my son which I was strongly against even more than my wife was.
She started my interest in the hobby and she was the gateway animal to the rest of the animals here. We've had a retic come and go (placed in good hands) and a coastal carpet mix that passed unexpectedly.
As boring as Royals can be, this girl has been rock solid as a pet. I am the main care taker and have been for a long time but my son still loves her. Snakes are not an animal to be taken lightly because they are long lived. Have a plan for the long haul!
Salute to Hunter our 13 year old Royal.
Happy belated 13th birthday good girl!