Classification & Nomenclature
What is the scientific name of a Ball python?
Python regius
Where are Ball pythons native to?
West and Central Africa
What are three characteristics of a Ball pythons scales?
1. Dry
2. Smooth
3. Cool
What is the medical term for Mouth Rot?
Hundreds of colors and patterns are called...
What is the class of a Ball python?
Reptilia
When were Ball pythons considered captive-bred?
Beginning in the late 20th century
Ball pythons are generally ... feet in length
3 to 5
Wheezing, clicking sounds, mucus in the nose and mouth, and open-mouthed breathing align with what common health issue?
Respiratory Infections
Abnormal or incomplete shedding, where the skin comes off in patches rather than once piece is called...
Dysecdysis
What is the kingdom of a Ball python?
Animalia
The Ball python was worn by who?
Ancient rulers
What materials is a Ball pythons scales similar to?
High quality leathers and smooth granite
What is the prevention method for reptile mites?
Impaction
What is the genus of a Ball python?
Python
When did the Ball python species become excessively popular?
Late 1990's to Early 2000's
What are 2 signs of shedding?
1. Pink underbelly
2. Eyes becoming cloudy / milky blue
3. Duller appearance, less vibrant patterns
4. Reclusive and defensive behaviors
What causes Dysecdysis?
When temperatures are low, prey may sit inside of the digestive system causing...
Serpentes
What breeder in 1992 produced the first captive-bred Albino Ball python?
Bob Clark
Ball pythons have brown or black blotches to help with what?
Camouflaging in grassy areas
What are 3 symptoms of Scale Rot / Dermatitis?
1. Discolored belly scales
2. Fluid-filled blisters
3. Ulcerations or sores
4. Foul odor from skin
Tiny claws or spurs near the cloaca, acting as hind limbs that all for males to hold onto females during mating are called...
Vestigial spurs