I saw the link on photo sharing. Seems very complicated for a tech illiterate like me haha but I'll have a go in a bit.Originally Posted by Bogertophis
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.)
I already have a blanket covering that side of the tank and glass so it's dark and quiet. She's also in my spare room with no foot traffic.
I'm leaving her alone but I can see that her hide has been raise off the ground a bit so there is a space and I can sometimes see her body. Normally she lays in a big flat coil and the hide isn't raised so she's "sitting up" in a tall coil if that makes sense.
I'll put lots of moist bedding all around her to help her out. It is a tad lower than normal because I've been cleaning out all her extra pees lately.
Strange she'd find the environment unsuitable when it is the exact same as last year and her birth went fine.
Thank you for your help.
Any ball python specialist out there than want to chime in?
Reply With Quote