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    Re: Strange behaviour/gravid? ball python

    Quote Originally Posted by Shmalex View Post
    Thank you for your reply!
    So you're thinking she is gravid then?
    Ok I'll get on that today. It's hard to find sphagnum moss in my city and I have just a bit left. Anything else that will do until I can order more?
    And yes defensive is the right word. I'm nervous to handle her like that but I guess I'll have to get over it. Her water bowl already is quite large. I don't think I'd have room for a lay box, water bowl and regular hot hide even though her tank is 4 feet long. I have a clear tub with a lid I can make into a lay box. I assume I should cover it.
    I had no idea a lay box was so important.. she didn't need one last year at all so I didn't even think about it.
    Thank you
    I'm not seeing her, (or your set-up), so I'm just going by what you're describing- and I would assume she is. You might try using a big ol' dampened towel around her- she'd probably love that, & it doesn't sound like you should be handling her at this time. And you could at least cover that end of the enclosure so it's more cave-like & private- see? That's likely why she's grumpy- she needs privacy, & some snakes are thought to wait too long to lay eggs if conditions are unsuitable, then maybe get "stuck" or some will lay them in a water bowl (since the sides make it feel more secure, & that's all they can find). Your job is to be a facilitator. I do have experience breeding some kinds of snakes, but not BPs. (A nest "box" helps keep the dampness where you want it, so the eggs don't dry out & so the female is comfortable, & feels safe.)
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