How often do BP's shed?

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i truly appreciate all of your help!! i was told they need to bask, thats the main reason i had the other lamp in there. im sure all of this will help tremendously!!!!

Whoever told you that was probably just trying to get you to buy an expensive bulb. Ball pythons are crepuscular (meaning awake at dawn and dusk, twilight) therefore they're never out when the sun, so no basking.

Glad we could help! and good on you making sure your bp is healthy.