Phantom the Ball Python

🐍👻 Meet Phantom the Ball Python! 👻🐍
 
Phantom came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on July 11, 2025, after their previous owner—who originally purchased them from Petco—could no longer provide care. At just 12–18 inches long, Phantom is still a young python with lots of growing to do. They’re currently eating large frozen/thawed mice reliably and are still getting used to being held—so a patient adopter will help this little ghost snake come out of their shell. 💛
 
🔍 Ball Python Quick Care Info (from ReptiFiles):
📏 Adult Size: 3–5 feet (females often larger than males)
📅 Lifespan: 30+ years in captivity with proper care
💤 Temperament: Shy and slow-moving; usually very docile with time and patience
🏠 Enclosure Size: Minimum 4’L x 2’W x 2’H (120 gallons) for an adult
🌡️ Temps:
– Basking surface: 95–104°F
– Warm hide: 86–90°F
– Cool hide: 72–80°F
💧 Humidity: 45–75% (higher during shedding)
💡 Lighting: Not required but low-level UVB (Arcadia Forest 6% or Zoo Med Reptisun 5.0 T5 HO) is highly recommended for long-term health
🛏️ Substrate: Moisture-retentive soil mix (Reptisoil, Eco Earth, or soil/sand blend) topped with leaf litter
🌿 Décor: Multiple hides, cork bark, climbing branches, and foliage—ball pythons enjoy exploring and even climbing
🍽️ Diet: Whole frozen/thawed prey
– Currently eating large mice
– Prey size: about 1–1.5x the width of the snake’s thickest part
– Feed every 7–10 days while young
💧 Water: Provide a large bowl of fresh water daily—big enough for soaking
 
Phantom may be shy for now, but with gentle, consistent interaction and a proper setup, they’ll grow into a confident, calm companion. 🌟
 
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