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Many reptile lovers consider ball pythons a fantastic first pet for many reason

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Ball python adults can range from 3 to 5 feet in length and have a life expectancy of 20-30 years. Female ball pythons are typically larger than adult ball python males.

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The reasons behind this sexual size dimorphism are interesting, but for ordinary pet owners it means that if they want a larger snake they should look for a female pet ball python.

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Like most reptiles kept as pets, ball pythons have a variety of morphs.

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An abbreviation for morphology, this refers to genetic variations that have been specifically bred for their unique traits.

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The most popular morphs have unique patterns or bright colors, but some are more controversial than others.

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For example, the spider ball python morph has a distinct pattern from which it gets its name.

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However, the spider morph also has head shaking which is classified as a genetic defect.

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If you are interested in a particular morph for your pet snake, remember to research it thoroughly and only purchase them from a reputable breeder!

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Ball pythons eat rats, mice, and sometimes small birds. Most ball python owners feed their pets mice or rats. 

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