Wow i didn't expect this to turn into a heated thing lol. i really was only asking the question more hypothetically and theoretically than seriously. my brother used to keep them as pets and he was getting atleast one litter a month, and they were pretty large litters so lots of babys. i was more just curious if it was possible and if it was safe, because there could be something bout the degu's body content that is bad for a bp. i know that if my bp liked them it would possible be hard to switch her back if at all. but like i said it was more a question out of curiousity and in theory than im gonna do it if i get the green light. yes im newer to the ball python part of the herp hobby but im not stupid. i don't get a "genius" idea in my head and go do it. i take my time to do my research and study, weigh pros and cons and decide whats best first for my snake then for me. i love my girl and i want to see her reach her full potential in every way and hopefully have her for 30+ years. so yes maybe some of the questions i ask may be stupid, but i've always had a problem with curiosity killed the cat. i like to think of every possible scenerio on things and research them all ask questions and get opinions. no matter how dumb sounding or even if i never plan to do it. i just like to know things and know the answers to these things, no matter how random or legit a thought or question is. thanks again for the help everyone, you've been a lot of help to me since i joined the bp.net community. i look forward to expanding my knowledge and learning more from everyone and their experiences. hope y'all have a great weekend.