Nyx the Black Pastel Ball Python

🐍🌙 Meet Nyx the Black Pastel Ball Python! 🌙🐍
 
Nyx came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on September 25, 2025, after her previous owner could no longer care for her due to financial reasons. This 3-year-old female is about 2 feet long and currently eating frozen/thawed rats like a pro. 🐀❄️
 
Named after the Greek goddess of the night, Nyx has a deep, velvety pattern and a calm, mysterious presence. She’s a perfect fit for anyone looking for a gentle, striking snake with a dark, elegant beauty. 🖤✨
 
🔍 Ball Python Quick Care Info (from ReptiFiles):
📏 Adult Size: 3–5 feet (females tend to be larger)
📅 Lifespan: 30+ years with proper care
💤 Temperament: Shy but docile; enjoys gentle handling and a secure, quiet habitat
🏠 Enclosure Size: Minimum 4’L x 2’W x 2’H (120 gallons)
🌡️ Temps:
– Basking surface: 95–104°F
– Warm hide: 86–90°F
– Cool side: 72–80°F
💧 Humidity: 45–75%, with higher humidity during shedding
💡 Lighting: Low-level UVB (Arcadia Forest 6% or Zoo Med Reptisun 5.0 T5 HO) recommended for overall health
🛏️ Substrate: Moisture-retentive mix (Reptisoil, Eco Earth, or soil/sand blend) topped with leaf litter
🌿 Décor: Provide multiple hides, climbing branches, cork bark, and plants for cover and enrichment
🍽️ Diet:
– Whole frozen/thawed or prekilled rodents
– Currently eating rats every 10–14 days
– Prey should be about 1–1.5× the width of her mid-body
💧 Water: Always offer a clean bowl large enough for soaking and drinking
 
Nyx is calm, graceful, and absolutely gorgeous. Whether you’re a new keeper or a seasoned reptile lover, she’s sure to bring some midnight magic to your collection. 🌌🐍
 
📲 Apply today to adopt Nyx:
👉 https://www.jraar.org/adoption
 
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