August 30, 2023 -What to feed your ball python is pretty easy —day-old chicks, rats, and mice are the most common. According to a study, the nutritional content is similar across the various species, but rats tend to be the most nutritious for ball pythons.
June 9, 2021 -All rodent sizes are assuming you are using standardized feeder sizes based off of Frozen charts, such as those found on PerfectPrey.com. When choosing African Soft Furs, consider the approximate weight of the soft fur in comparison to the more common prey items (IE, a small rat is usually between 50 and 90 grams, so feed appropriate size furs or combine as needed). ASF weights are harder to find. Exempting fresh hatchlings, you can usually err a little larger for feeders.
May 23, 2023 -Feeding ball pythons is simple and easy if you know the right steps and follow a feeding chart. Their diet should mainly consist of rats or mice with no need for vitamin supplements. Pre-killed or frozen/thawed rats are the best to feed. Frozen/thawed rats are the best option for most keepers. They are cheap, can be found in almost every pet store and can be fed to hatchlings, juveniles and adults.
