At day 57 of incubation, Molinaro Snake Lab’s ball python clutch begins to hatch—revealing stunning pinstripe patterns and ...

Most adult ball pythons eat once every 7 to 14 days. Another reason people love ball pythons is their color. There are many types, called “morphs,” that come in different colors and patterns.

Ball pythons are also known to be friendly and easy to handle. They do get their name because, when threatened, they roll themselves into a tight ball, tucking their head inside their coils.

Ball pythons are a non-native snake in Florida, popular in the pet trade, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. They have a similar pattern to the non-native and ...

A ball python was reported and recovered by Indian River County Animal Control on April 29, 2025 in Vero Beach. It was taken to the Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County.