Royal Python (Python regius) CF10

Common Name: Royal Python
Scientific Name: Python regius
Background: CF 2010
Origin: Western and Central Africa – Ghana, Togo, Benin
Features: Also known as the ‘Ball Python’ this python is small and stout and rolls itself into a ball when threatened
Temperature: 82 – 86f during the day, these snakes also require a more humid environment with a 60 – 70% humidity level maintained
Size: 3 - 5ft
Life Span: Can live up to 30 years
Herp Habitat: Forest setup required with the potential to keep slightly moist
Suitability: BEGINNER -> INTERMEDIATE
Diet: Will happily eat defrosted rodents varying in size due to size of snake