This is definitely the best ball python book i have ever read and i doubt there are any better coming soon unless kevin decides to make the more complete ball python. Morph maker guide features over 770 pages and 1,200 color photos of the most unique and eyepopping ball python morphs on the market today. Purchasing your new ball python is simply and secure with our online ordering system. Good ball python books vpis pythons of the world, vol. Fertility in desert females an overview and case study.
Once again the father was a enchi phoenix desert ghost and the mother was a sterling lesser. Eco the ultimate ball python morph maker guide snakes. If you have purchased a ball python from a pet store, chances are it was born in either togo, benin, or ghana. Most ball python books offer a brief chapter on care, followed by several chapters on color variations, snake breeding, etc. Morph maker guide features a massive 770 pages and 1,200 colour photos of the most unique and eyepopping ball python morphs on the market today. We open up a world of colors, patterns and knowledge and we give you the opportunity to share your opinions and your knowledge on our facebook page and forums. Mar 17, 2014 kevin has recently completed a dazzling, lavishly illustrated new book, published by ecouniverse, titled the ultimate ball python. If youre a ball python veteran, you have heard of or experienced the infamous saga of the desert gene. These snakes have been produced by manipulating genes and remodelling phenotypes into snakes with countless patterns and colour combinations. Ball pythons are among the most popular of all pet snakes, and make interesting pets for both beginning herp hobbyists and professional breeders. When i first started keeping ball pythons i read this book from cover to cover choice.
Thanks to everyone who entered reptiles raffle for 10 free copies of ecos new kevin mccurley book, the ultimate ball python. This e book offers more information on ball python care than any other book on the market today. About this book these snakes have been produced by manipulating genes and remodeling phenotypes into snakes with countless patterns and color combinations. I recommended for anybody considering buying a ball python for the first time. This amazing mutation is simply packed with potential a powerful combination of pattern shifting and clean up, adding a golden touch to nearly every combo. Author of the complete ball python and ball pythons in captivity. Ball pythons, python regius also know as royal python are a relatively small and docile specie of snake, which are native to western and westcentral africa. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. It also has a detailed description of health problems with pictures as well. What the ball python lacks in subspecies it makes up for by having a large variety of patterns, markings, and color variations called color morphs. This ebook offers more information on ball python care than any other book on the market today. Pythons of the world, v2, ball pythons 2006 vida preciosa. They are very docile and not fastmoving like most snakes, which makes them easy to handle.
Sadly, because of the way some beginners misunderstand their requirements, only 30% make it past the first year. Python regius we have thousands of exotic ball pythons for sale from top breeders from around the world. When i first bought this book, ball pythons were new to me. Consequently, this ball python morph tends to be the biggest line of ball python morphs available. The key to keeping your ball python healthy is to provide an environment close to its natural environment, including temperature range, humidity level, light cycle and landscape. If you plan on breeding ball pythons this book is a must to own. It is listed as least concern on the iucn red list because of its wide distribution. On average, a healthy ball python will live to be 2030 years old. Snake care articles advice from a snake care expert. This is a rare limited release book that is almost impossible to get. Each ball python for sale can be purchased in full or on a payment plan. The average ball python has a lifespan of 2030 years. Appropriately sized frozen rodents, thawedwarmed to above room temperature. Ultimate ball python morph maker guide 762 pages by kevin.
Ball pythons are named for their habit of curling themselves up into a tight ball. So whether you have a question now or six months after. Complete ball python, a comprehensive guide to care. About this book amateur hobbyist or professional breeder, this is a must have book. This nonvenomous constrictor is the smallest of the african pythons.
Welcome to world of ball pythons the best place online for ball python enthusiasts. A complete guide to python regius complete herp care 1 by collette sutherland isbn. The pictures are great and the information covers how the pictured morphs are created. Kevin has recently completed a dazzling, lavishly illustrated new book, published by ecouniverse, titled the ultimate ball python. Ball pythons these are animals that are currently out of stock. The book doesnt really keep it simple in terms of python necessities for a person whos bought a domestically born python.
Ball python books perfect ball python book xyzreptiles. By kevin mccurley author of the complete ball python and ball pythons. Lastly, for questions regarding ball python morphs or any of the ball pythons for sale, feel free to message your question directly via email to. For more information about ball python care, visit this article. Ball pythons are beautiful snakes, and the book is illustrated throughout with informative and fascinating an alphabet of ball python morphs, a to z figures and images. It is a must have for everyone who is interested in breeding ball pythons. Nov 12, 2015 the average ball python has a lifespan of 2030 years. If you want a quick read with the basic facts, this is a good. Plus, the raffle is open to everybody, no matter where you live. Nhbs kevin mccurley, matt lerer, raphael martinez, mike wilbanks, ecouniverse herpetological publishing. Click on the animal you are looking for, enter your email address and be automatically notified the second we get them back in stock. Pastel het desert ghost this very good looking girl was produced from a enchi phoenix desert ghost to a sterling lesser breeding.
Sep 01, 2006 great books providing a great amount of information on the care ball pythons. The ball python, also known as the royal python, is a ground dwelling snake native to the savannahs and rain forests in western africa. Pythons at amazon there is enough general information on husbandry that many owners will find it a useful general resource. Everything you need to know august 10, 2019 december 2, 2018 by jeff england if youre thinking about getting a ball python as your next pet, its important to learn everything you can about these fascinating creatures before jumping in to owning one. I have a wide array of ball python morphs for sale. Ball pythons also known as royal pythons are a terrestrial species of constricting snake native to regions of eastern, central, and western africa. This line of ball python morph will be noted on the animals title name if applicable. All ball pythons will develop different patterns ranging from black to tan. Ball pythons are one of the most popular types of snakes kept as pets. The ultimate ball python meet your next favorite book. Few morphs have blown up as big and fast as the desert. The ball python manual at amazon this 76page softcover book is considered by many to be the best ball python reference on the market. The most important thing we want you to know is that we are just an email or phone call away.
Because its entirely dedicated to that one subject. It is essentially a cook book with lots of information about genetics, base genes and gene combinations. Bumblebee ball python including full set up for sell. Ball pythons python regius is one of the smaller species of python which originate from west africa. Apply those points for a discount on future purchases. The head of a ball python is triangular, and is connected to the body with a narrow neck. Written by brandon cornett the creator of this website, the ultimate guide to ball python care gives you all the information you need to keep your snake healthy for years. They are called ball pythons because, when frightened, they coil around their head and into a ball. The ball python python regius, also called the royal python, is a python species native to west and central africa, where it lives in grasslands and shrublands. See more ideas about ball python, python, reptile cage. Ball pythons by colette sutherland nook book ebook. Hard cover w full color dust jacket the ultimate ball python. If you want a more complete history of the ball python, only the barkers book is better. Ball python care information ball pythons are one of the most popular snakes being kept and bred in captivity.
The information in the book is a little dated and some of the morphs labeled as unproven in the book have since been proven besides that it is great. Its name derives from its tendency to curl into a tight. Try browsing the ball pythons index if youre looking for something specific. The perfect ball python book is a 200 plus page book with over 700 images of ball pythons mutations and combos written in japanese with english descriptions of the images.
This book gives you all the information that you need to get into the hobby. The extraordinary variations of color and pattern for which ball pythons are known and selectively bred are showcased in a gallery featuring some of the most beautiful snakes in. I also have nerds book and the vpi book is better in every way. Their reasonable size of 46 foot as adults is perfect for all levels of snake keepers. Hard cover w full color dust jacket the ultimate ball. This book is the outpouring of kevin mccurleys artistic pallet focused on python regius. These snakes have been produced by manipulating genes and remodeling phenotypes into snakes with countless patterns and color. Kevin is the owner of nerd ball pythons, and he is an expert on the subject. Look for inspiration in our video section and get 100% control. This books introduction examines some of the reasons why. Our baby bumblebee ball pythons for sale are tame, healthy, and feeding. Chapter 1 purchasing your ball python this chapter offers tips on finding a ball python, evaluating the snakes health prior to purchasing, and other selection topics. This book contains information and pictures of the most unique and amazing ball python morphs. Adult ball pythons average in size from three to five feet life span.
These snakes have been produced by manipulating genes and remodeling phenotypes into snakes with countless patterns and color combinations. Will reach adult size in 3 years, under ideal conditions. In the wild, they are most often found in semiarid grasslands, forests, and near agricultural areas, sheltering in animal burrows, hollow logs, and occasionally termite mounds. Written by a respected breeder of ball pythons, this book covers a wide variety of key topics such as housing, health care, breeding, and genetics. Ball pythons require very specific husbandry care, food, shelter. Two ball pythons and several other snake species later, i will still pull my ball python book off the shelf to look something up. It has an unbelievable amount of information and hundreds of color photos. Fortyseven years is the official record for the oldest ball python in captivity. Pastel desert ghosts are one of the nicest combos they make and having a female sill get you going. The complete ball python by kevin mccurley amateur hobbyist or professional breeder, this is a must have book. This species of python has become one of the most popular snakes in the pet trade. So, i look forward to working with you and please feel free to contact me anytime. A comprehensive guide with chapters discussing the ball python in nature, captivity, diet, selection, understanding the ball python, health concerns, breeding and egg incubation, baby snake care, color morphs, and more. It is threatened by hunting for its meat and for the international pet trade.