Does it matter what time you feed your snake?

Whenever the snake is willing to eat! The ideal feeding time can vary from one keeper to the next, and for a number of reasons. Many people find that evening or night is the best time to feed a ball python, because that’s when they tend to be the most active.

Can I feed my snake every 3 days?

A feeding schedule of every 3-4 days will push your snake to grow and mature faster. This should be done only with the proper cage temperature and knowledge that a snake being fed at this pace cannot be handled too often.

Can you feed a snake every 5 days?

Your snake may be the best one to answer this question for you but typically an adult snake (over one year of age) will eat once every 10 to 14 days. They should eat at least once a week, or even once every 5 to 6 days while growing.

Should I wake my snake to feed it?

I personally do not wake my snake up to eat a meal. I prescent the room for about half an hour and that usually gets him into feed mode. I feed live. Once he has gotten the scent I put the prey into his ensclosure and then he eats.

How often do snakes need water?

Most snakes drink water or eat food once to two times a week.

Is it bad to feed a ball python in its cage?

Spoiler: No. People feed their snakes in different enclosures for two reasons. The main concern is that a snake will go into “feeding mode” when you open and reach into their usual enclosure if they are fed in that same space. Then, once the enclosure’s open, they may bite you after mistaking you for prey.

How often should you feed a 1 year old ball python?

How often to feed a ball python. You don’t need to feed a ball python every day. Generally, smaller or younger ball pythons need to eat twice each week, while larger ones usually eat once every week or two. As they get older you feed them more at one time so they don’t need as many feedings.

When should I handle my ball python?

It’s best to handle your ball python somewhere around 1-3 times weekly. Always remember, however, you need to wait to handle it at least 48-72 hours after it eats to allow for proper digestion and reduce the risk of regurgitation.

When should I feed my ball python?

Ball pythons are happy to eat frozen-thawed prey, but snakes that have previously eaten live prey may take some time to adjust to dead prey. Ball pythons are nocturnal, so the best time for feeding is in the evening or just after you have turned out the lights.

Is it better to feed ball pythons at night?

Ball pythons are often very shy snakes, and they are nocturnal, so they do best if offered their prey item at night, in the dark. It is best to leave a ball python alone to eat and try not to disturb it at feeding time. Some ball pythons feed better in a small paper bag. Some young ball pythons are wild-caught.