Tall tank for a BP?

[Rhapsody]

I want a ball python, and right now I can get this tank for about 75 bucks:



Would the ball utilize the space? The girl has an etp in there right now.

I think it's just too good of a deal to pass up But I want to make sure the extra space doesn't stress out a BP or anything.

Thoughts?

[snakedude56]

ball pythons are terrestrial and being such do not need area to climb.

[lillyorchid]

Nope. It will be a waste of money & space because Ball Pythons did not really climb. They rather like to stay on the ground.

[python kid]

Then why does my bp always try to slither to the top of his enclosure?

[Shaun J]

Trying to escape. They might use space you give them, but you need more stretching (floor) room than climbing room.

[Rhapsody]

its 3 ft tall by 2 ft by 2ft. would a grown bp be uncomfortable in there? I feel like it's a great deal, but I dont know what snake to put in there. I cant handle a green tree python or emerald boa right now (dont know how to care for them, etc). Any other types of snakes that like climbing?


Maybe I should just start researching chameleons -_- I just like something I can hold every now and then haha

[Shaun J]

Look at ball pythons still. You don't HAVE to buy this tank, and I think a ball python is probably way easier than a cham for a beginner.

[Rhapsody]

Look at ball pythons still. You don't HAVE to buy this tank, and I think a ball python is probably way easier than a cham for a beginner.

yeah but this tank is a really good deal, and the only thing that will fit in my room

[Shaun J]

A tub would fit your room. A tank should be good for the snake YOU WANT, meaning, don't change your mind on what you want just to get a tank.

[Rhapsody]

A tub would fit your room. A tank should be good for the snake YOU WANT, meaning, don't change your mind on what you want just to get a tank.

yeah, i wish i could get it anyways and keep it in the office, but i doubt my parents would let that happen lol.

what size tub would i need for a bp? (adult). I'm not really smart when it comes to the heat tape and all that, so i'll have to read around the forums and learn more about it