Well, I've heard figured stating they were higher in calcium. Then heard other state that was simply not true. So I'll be deleting the piece out of my caresheet some time.

Here's how they benefit your bp more. When a bp hits a certain size, say 28 inches. Mice, even jumbos simply become too small to fill them up properly. So by switching to rats at about this time you give them more food which is more nutricous over all. And feeding more then one mouse isn't a good idea. so over all rats are best. I've actually seen some small species of rabbit which could be eaten by bp's. At 10$ each it isn't really worth it. By the time your ball python hits 4.5 feet, if it does, even giant male rats can be too small. It's all about size ratios.


Welcome to the site. Thanks for avoiding bashing any forums. We will answer your questions, no worries there. And I simply won't stand for the "newbie bashing" I've seen at other places. But I also won't stand for forum bashing. I like to keep it peaceful, but not overly moderated. Welcome, how'd ya find us?