trying to figure out the best way to feed

[Vypyrz]

aaaaaaa! thank you! ok. this is his set up. 80-83 on lamp side, 90ish on pad side under hide/branch. theyve been very consistant.his day/night lamps cycle from 6:30a.m. to 6:30 p.m. night bulb is black heat. the UVB dosent put out much heat but read it is good for health purposes. is his water bowl too big? this pic was taken at 9:45 a.m. this morning and hes in his "tree". when we come in in the mornings he is normally in his hide but comes out and settles in his tree most of the time to see whats going on. weve tried 2 medium rats. gonna try a small rat monday night. any suggestions on set up will be appreciated!

UVB light is good for Diurnal animals. Those that are active during the day. This applies to most lizards, turtles, crocodilians, and a few snakes. Most snakes, including Ball Pythons are Nocturnal, meaning they are most active in the late evening and night. About the only time you should really see them out during the day is when they are getting a drink of water, or moving from one hide to the other to thermoregulate. Excessive day time activity and feeding issues are two key symptoms of stress. By providing two snug hides, and filling some the open space in the tank with some fake vines and/or plants will help reduce the stress.
The size of the water bowl is ok...