Is there a best time to buy proven females?

[EverEvolvingExotics]

I'm raising up my female morphs as of now. I've got awhile to go. Until then I would like to buy some normal proven adult females to breed to my male. I'm not sure if buying an adult as of now would be wise. I figure the females that are being sold either haven't been willing to breed or something is wrong with them. At the same time i'd prefer a female that had this year off. Then next year I can hopefully get a decent sized clutch and be well adjusted to my setup before I breed in 2011. What are your opinions on this? I do know there are quality animals out there but I want to make sure.

[Stewart_Reptiles]

When proven breeders are being sold it does not mean there is something wrong with them, many times people will hold females and than decide at the last minute to let them go because they don't fit their project any longer, it happens, last year I started to let go of some girls simply because I am cutting down on normals who are being replaced by morphs and I did so at the very last minute.

Ask question buy from someone reputable and remember that regardless a 3 months minimum quarantine should be observed before any pairing.

[Adam Chandler]

Most breeders are reluctant to sell their proven female breeders, but if they do they almost always sell them right after they laid a clutch.

Also I'd recommend checking out this article if you plan on buying a proven breeder:http://ballpythonbreeder.com/2009/12...ples-problems/ it's an excellent article about buying older BP's.

[OhhWatALoser]

I would say right after breeding season, after she laid eggs and babies hatched, the breeder might feel they can let go of her.