Re: Got a free ball python, and it's rather undersized...
Originally Posted by jglass38
While the snake is thin, it's not life threateningly thin from what I see. Yes, you'll want to start feeding it on a regular weekly schedule. Yes, you'll want to get it checked by a vet and get a fecal done to check for parasites. No, it doesn't look like it's going to die tomorrow without food.
Hope this helps!
I never said it was on the edge of life. It does have a poor body shape suggesting a very underweight snake. I also suggested feeding right away- as opposed to waiting 2 weeks to offer food...
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