Quote Originally Posted by Elusive Dream View Post
I am looking into possibly getting a breeding pair. Any advice either way for someone who is looking to give breeding a shot.

I am not doing it for the money. I love the snakes and all the difference out there and frankly would love to have every one as I am sure every one here does. I would just like to raise some combinations up instead of shelling out big bucks for all the morphs.

Mechanically inclined and can build anything.
Expense - not a problem.

Breeding experience ZERO
1). Read/watch everything.

Before I began pairing I read just about every thread on this website that I could.

Some good links:
http://www.ballpython.ca/gallery/breeding.html
http://www.worldofballpythons.com/py...gius/breeding/

BHB has some videos up as well that I'd recommend checking out.

2). Have the right equipment.

Incubator
Hatchling rack (6qt)
Baby rack (12qt)
Male rack (28qt)
Female rack (41qt)
Thermostats

Etc...

3). Be financially prepared.

Be aware that there is a possibility that you will be looking after babies for months. It's unlikely they'll all sell right away so be sure you can look after extra hatchlings.

4). Get females.

Right now, I wouldn't bother getting males. You're wanting to breed, so go pick up some females. It can take them quite awhile before they're ready to breed, whereas males are generally ready at even 300g!