I put mine in the middle, between the hides..but not on the hot side. the hot side will raise the humidity...it's a good way to raise it if you're having humidity issues
To sex a ball python, you need to have a professional pop or probe it.
I currently have my water dishes in the middle of the enclosures, but i think Jayvyn is going to go into shed soon, so i'll move it to the warm side.
you can pop or probe a BP, popping is easier with younger snakes, but it is not something you should do by yourself, find somebody near you that can help you out.
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