Your way of describing the danger of anthropomorphism of snakes, while not demonizing it as a whole, is going to reach and touch so many people. And hopefully, by extension, improve the lives and relationships between snakes and their keepers :) Especially new or young keepers. Also, a big bearded man calling his snake baby girl is everything I needed this morning. Lol
@@GreenRoomPythons I've owned two, Pedro and Salan. I never gave them human qualities because that's kinda dim. I just offered them stimulation, sat beside the open enclosure, placed my hand in it. If they wanted to interact they could. Pedro loved exploring, would climb your offer half the time and loved to sleep under your collar. Salan not so much, but sometimes would just stare at you. They're snakes, but some like outside stimulation and are interested in their surroundings more. Maybe "interested" and "interact" are the wrong words.
This was so helpful! I'm a new ball python "mom" ;) and new to snakes period! I spent my first 50 yrs terrified of them lol Now I love them! I have always been a girly girl and would have never before touched a dead rodent for anything! Now, I'm touching them with bare hands and even drying their fur a bit prior to feeding! That's how much I adore my snakes! I literally used to have a rule that the kids weren't even allowed to say the word snake around me because my fear/phobia was so crazy. How I over came my fear and started loving snakes is by watching lots of YT videos that educate like this video. I love your energy, you seem so laid back and genuinely kind and I love your humor! The skits are great!
I relate to your story so much! I’ve always been fearful of snakes. I even had nightmares of them. It wasn’t until I watched random reptile videos on UA-cam that made me have a change of heart. I think ball pythons are so adorable now! I just placed an order for a juvenile albino female and I am so excited to start caring for her ❤
How cool! Have a wonderful new found life ❤️ videos like these made me obsessed and as soon as I got my own apartment (my parents also don’t like snakes) I went to an expo and picked up a ball python!
My son wanted the snake and after a year I ended up her mom. Never wanted a snake and now I'm in love with snakes. Wish I could have more. Maybe someday. Being a snake mom is awesome.
I still think it's a great reward knowing your snake considers it safe to be around you either just chilling bc you are a great warm tree or be comfortable enough to explore around you and coming back to you for safety. I do like to imagine they can remember your scent and know if you are a threat or not. And handling my boy is kind of meditating for me bc I try to adapt my energy to his and calm down.
I would say it is good to talk to your reptiles because 1) they get used to your voice and 2) they don’t get spooked when you’re quiet for a while and then speak for some reason. Plus from a human standpoint, it’s just very chill✌🏼
I got a ball python a few days ago and he is always in that S shape but has never shown any other signs of aggression, even still I was super worried he’d strike. Thank you for clarifying that an S shape is just a normal thing for snakes to do! Much appreciate all the work and information you put into your vids. Sick beard btw
I guess I'm for sure crazy, because I sing to my snakes. Every night when I check their tanks before bed I come in and sing them all a little personal song that rhymes with their names and usually, they poke their heads out, so it's a plus that I get to see their cute little faces.
my boyfriend compiled a lot of your videos together for me while he is living in the dorms and i take care of his lil guy, this is my first time working with a ball python and your content has helped a lot!!
This video is so informative. I’ve had my ball python for a few months and I’m obsessed with learning his behaviors and mannerisms. Thanks so much for sharing!
I bought my 2019 Blue Eyed Leucistic Microscale from N.E.R.D. And had to do so much research on who to buy from, luckily she was used for tours and honestly she just does her S shape with tail straight out relaxed very slow tongue flicks cause she knows I am right behind her rubbing her back she is THE SWEETEST and doesn’t find me a threat and loves to explore, I live 40 minutes from his store here in Plaistow, NH AND HONESTLY HE DOES IT RIGHT and he really makes sure his snakes are taken care of!
Kevin is amazing. He believes that all of his animals should be treated with respect, and that they deserve more credit than most people give them credit for. We have 5 Ball Pythons and they all have slightly different personalities. My BEL is the sweetest most wonderful snake. She enjoys being around all of us, and she seeks to come out and be handled when she wants to. I firmly believe that we don’t always give reptiles the credit they deserve for what they are capable of “feeling”. They aren’t a dog or cat for sure, but I do believe that a snake is capable of enjoying and can like being with their owner.
I just got my first snake. A ball python. I did months of research realizing after I got him how much I still didn't know lol. Just wanna say thank you for all your info !! He's a super "sweet" (tolerant, confident and curious) lil fellow
We just got a ball python and I can't thank you enough for these videos. We still have 5 more days of the new quarantine and have been watching your videos and feel much more comfortable about my son's new choice in pet! We'll be watching more and more because we want to be good snake parents 😊
Thanks man! I greatly appreciate your content. I grew up around snakes but it’s been 20+ years and just got a pied python and veiled chameleon for my first animals of any sorts since being an adult and you’ve helped tons! 🎉🎉
30 minutes… very helpful. Especially answering questions from a colleague who is just buying a ball python for the first time. She said that she enjoyed your videos quite a lot. I have owned snakes for over 40 years and I find your site. Very helpful.
I never really understood the concept of anthropomorphize a snake to think that it loves you as a person; they just genuinely don't seem to have the awareness to recognize you in that kind of way (which is completely fine! they dont need it in the wild anyways). I've always just wanted to be seen as a safe warm tree when I get my snake, to me winning the trust of an animal that's so shy and fearful means far more to me than the thought of them loving me in any capacity
Lmao at Kent’s sign off! Great and informative video. I like the conversational style and I like your personality 😁 also, great talk on anthropomorphism and doggo and cattopomorphism- I haven’t heard anyone take their time exploring that with their audience yet. Another example is when they cohabitate their ball pythons improperly and they think it’s so cute that they “cuddle”, but it’s really so stressful for the pythons to compete for resources and space 😔
Your videos are amazing. You’re articulate, knowledgeable and amusing. I will never judge you for talking to your snakes. I talk to mine. They aren’t proficient in English yet, but then again, neither are my 9th grade students.
Your approach to communication of any kind, be it with people or with your pets, is really refreshing. It shows an incredible capacity for empathy and makes you my favorite snaketuber. It's also nice hearing you talk about snake bites. My partner is brand new to snakes and he was terrified to handle them at first, and he's still afraid of a bite. It's great to have the ability to learn about snake body language, both for him and for me as an experienced keeper. I always learn something from your videos. Keep it up!
Thanks, Bob, really appreciate you bringing up topics that other YT's may neglect. Being a good snake caretaker is a constant learning process and hope you'll continue to make such great content : )
Mirroring is actually a concept in behavior science and used in animal training for the reasons you’ve mentioned here. It is used a lot when working with equines but a valid strategy to try with any animal and it often can put them and ease. Also, the discussion you had about anthropomorphism touched on uncritical anthropomorphism which is when people personify non-human animals and is important for people to realize because as you mentioned there can be a danger in it or it can be detrimental to the animals. There is also a concept called critical anthropomorphism which is beneficial in the study of animal behavior. Gordon Burghardt has published about it and validates using assumptions about what animals are thinking and feeling based on knowledge of ourselves as a starting point to further investigate what’s actually going on. For example, if we intuit that an animal likes something, is there now a way to test that hypothesis? The snake is pushing on the enclosure door, they must want out: now, is there an answerable question there that we can investigate and determine the real cause? Maybe they do want out but maybe they want to get away from something inside or get to something on the outside or maybe the sensation of rubbing the door is pleasurable , or maybe it’s something else. It’s really fun behavior stuff!
So interesting! Thanks for all that info Lori. I'll look up the two different types of anthropomorphism. That's a tough one because in so many cases it can be detrimental to the animal, but in other cases it just allows the person to relate to and bond with their pet... I thought I made up mirroring, dang it! It's a term used in human behavior so it's no surprise that it's an established term in animal training as well :-)
I work in a snake room with 270 ball pythons I'm a fish guy but I've been really getting into this and I watch your videos all day at work. Thank you for this and I'd like to rock out one of your t shirts
I recently discovered your channel and I’ve been loving watching your videos. I have an 11 month old female, she’s very calm. Your videos have been a great resource of information plus Kent is entertaining 😂 brilliant. Thank you for all that you share here.
Thank you for your dedication and time to your videos. This video was really great and I really appreciate it. With my silly stubborn mentality, MY SNAKE LOVES ME. With that being said, It's a total human biased thought and I'm really greatful for this video so I know how not to stress or harm my beloved noodle.
I've had both my ball python and corn snake for about a year now and i wish I'd found your channel a while ago! Thank you, and great job, this is the kind of quality content I'm looking for
Hello there I love how informative your videos are! I’m getting a new snake from a friend I’ve never owned a snake before I also don’t have him yet I’ll get him in a week and when my friend send me a foto of him holding the snake I noticed he was in the pretzel position that you described, I was wondering if he gets in that position when I hold him what should I do next? Should I just hold him until he relaxes a little or should I put him back and try another time? Thank you for being so informative for us newbies! 😂❤
This video was very refreshing and educational! I've had various snakes on and off throughout my life, and never really thought too much into this. The scientific and logical analysis you provided will definitely make me think more about my snakes actions while I am handling her. I've been watching several videos today from Green Room, and all are fantastic!
Love your videos , the advice is amazing , two week owner here and have really took a lot on board from you over the 4 days since finding your channel . Thanks 🙏
Thanks so much for all the videos! I just got a banana two days ago he is so chill. Also my first BP, I have several cornsnakes. Very appreciative of all your info!
The dog behavior comparision is really helpful. They still have personality profiles but that does not come before logic on behavior. It wouldn't be harmful to call a snake cute or curious, it would be harmful to ignore body language to fit that narrative. It's also comforting though, the emotions of a dog or cat can be very overwhelming even with them being limited and having a pet I can spoil who is neutral about me but I can still interact with works well.
Thank you, I have two new ball pythons and I’m terrified to take them out of their enclosures. Once they are out I’m okay but getting them out always makes me nervous
This is an older video, but things/animals/people are who they are and thank you for pointing that out in such a non-condescending way. As a former cat, dog and rat owner and a *future* ball python owner, this was super helpful and I am sure I totally would have misinterpreted a ball pythons actions as I would have a ‘loving’ dog/cat/rat. It seems about halfway between those types of conventional pets I’ve owned, and the other “pets” I currently have..( tthe black footed yellow spiders that live in my house who are all named Peter… like Peter Parker… and the centipedes/hundred-leggers (who are all named Henrietta, just because my friend came up with that name. These ‘pets’ do not rely on me for food and do not care about me, especially compared to the dogs, cats and rats I have owned, but a ball python will at least acknowledge me, even if it’s because I provide food/entertainment. Thanks Bob!
I'm getting my royal python in a few days. Your videos are sooo helpful and I just love the energy with which you talk about these magnificent creatures. Thank you so soo much for everything you're doing! :)
I just got a ball python baby last weekend! Before I felt unsure if I could handle their picky eating habits, but decided to just be determined if it happens. I've done a ton of reasearch over the years so it's not like I have no idea what to do if it happens. I can't wait to bond with her once she gets settled. I love how chill your snakes are during your videos, I hope to be there myself one day. Thanks again for another great video, I'm slowly going through them but they've all been a delight and you have an eye opening way of explaining things.
Honestly I talk to my ball python and the reason is is although they don't have a grasp of the English language or language they feel vibration and I know my ball python knows me from somebody else when I talk because my voice is my voice and it sounds and feels like me and that's why I talk to my snake I think it's a good thing they don't need to know what you're saying you just got to say it nicely and would love and they know it's you
Awesome video and very informative! It answered a lot of questions I had about my snakes. I’ve had colubrids for a few years and am a first-time ball python owner. Always learning something new!
I’m getting a 5yr old Python on Thursday and watching this beforehand along with a few other videos (from WWR) and your Python is the most “moving” one I’ve seen anywhere.
I've used alot of these tips to understand my first ball python. Now, he is incredibly confident and friendly. Often going with me to the petstores and even using a bird ladder I bought to leave his terrarium willingly. He is my best friend Rather, he knows it or not lol!
I loved what you were saying about anthropomorphism. People make ALL the wrong assumptions about dog behavior, horse behavior, et al. Snakes are not the exception. I did a lot of work with abused animals, dogs and horses primarily, retraining and doing a Ceasar Millan kind of thing long before he arrived on the horizon, and long before "whispering" was introduced into our colloquial dialog. People misinterpret ALL the dog language, and it's why our world is filled with kill shelters and all manner of animal species misery. Snakes are no different, and if people bonded with them more easily the same outcome would apply. I love what you're doing with Snakes because you're educating well in advance of that happening. Still. We see more and more reptiles and exotic species of every stripe being brought home, misunderstood, used up, and released and introduced to an environment that is more hostile than optimal, to say the very least. So. All sweet comments aside, what you're doing is essential if humans are going to stop acting like morons, assuming that everything on the planet "loves them" when the planet has clearly rejected such assumptions. Bravo to YOU!
Thank you! What you're saying about all animals is really important. People tend to only see the animal only from their human perspective, their own wants and needs, and it causes all kinds of problems for the animals - pets and wild!
Horse behaviour and dog behaviour specifically. A lot of the time, those misinterpreted behaviours are the ones that lead to accidents with those animals.
Huge pet peeve when people try to humanize any animal, including dogs. I've seen people put little dogs in strollers and wearing clothes like its a baby and it's disgusting....regardless of breed or size at the end of the day that dog is 0.00000000001% wolf and people treat it like it's a infant human then wonders why the dog won't follow simple commands. I have worked with so many dogs with behavioral issues because human beings didn't treat the dog like its a dog. While dogs and cats have emotions and the tendency to bond with humans doesn't mean it's ok to humanize them...and defiantly not ok to try to humanize or expect any lizard not just snakes to bond with you. Researching for my first ball python, I have other reptiles in my collection. I love your videos, so informative. This video particularly hits home because I spent most of my adult life studying animal behavior.
Hey Miss Grimm! Thanks for your comments. Glad you enjoy the videos. Yes, agreed - people tend to do this sort of thing with any animal and it causes various degrees of problems. Congrats on getting your first ball python! With your background and all the research you're doing, I'm sure that snake will have a fantastic life :-)
First time viewer! My son has a BP. She approximately 2 years old. I really like her, but am terrified to pick her up or have her on me. I would really like to get over this fear, but am afraid that she will sense my fear and bite me lol. Any suggestions or advice?
Welcome to the channel! Yes, I have lots of videos on handling snakes and socializing them that will help you understand their behavior a little bit better. Once you understand their behavior, You should feel more comfortable around them :-)
I really hope you read this Bob; Man you are just great. What a wonderful channel, Bob. Thank you sincerely for all your education and teachings on taking care of these lovely friends. You crack me up in every video and I’m always waiting for the next gag. My new BP is on his last week of transitioning into his new enclosure. Mice are on the way. Wish me luck on his first feeding! Humidity is 50-60 norm, ambient is 80*. Two hides. Cork bark tunnels. Hanging vines. A 75 watt heating light on a 12 hour cycle. A nice corner dish. Coco fiber to retain humidity. Some Sphagnum moss too. And a few branches! His heating pad is solid around 88*. His warm side hide is right over it. He hasn’t ventured to it yet but I know he’ll like it once he does. He hasn’t come out of his cool side hide at all. No snake tracks. His initial check over on arrival went great and he showed a lot of confidence. So I’m resting assured that he’s just getting cozy. But wish me luck on my first feeding! One more week to go! Once I’ve had him fed, and a few weeks of handling, I think I’ll take him to my vet (who breeds boa constrictors himself) and introduce my Banana Pinstripe to him and get a nice check up done. Other than that all is well. I appreciate your videos on handling and discerning the snake’s behavior. They’re so good at translating how they feel. My other noodle is a 4 month Kenyan sand boa. So way different species! And my Ball is a 6 month juvenile. So way different handling experience. I’m looking to register him as a therapy animal. I’ll be sure the environment I take him to is safe and non threatening. But I’m getting my doctor’s Emotional Support Animal letter today. So I’m excited to have his picture on an ID card and be able to take him out every now and then. As much as he can tolerate, not pushing his limits. But my PTSD and ADHD is cured with him. I feel his energy in my hands for hours after putting him back! He has already changed my life and it’s only been one week. Anyways, just wanted to say thank you very much. Be blessed I hope you read this and receive it. Because it really means a lot 🙂
Thanks so much Jordan! I appreciate the kind words and am glad you're enjoying the videos. Congrats on the new snake! Sounds like you've got him nicely set up. I'm sure he'll have a great life with you :-)
I am so behind on comments and appreciation! Too much time in my hide. Yes. There ARE many vids on snake behavior but none of them are as fun as yours are! Ball Pythons are not social creatures, nor am I, and that's why I love Ball Pythons. Hugs to you and Kent. lol
@@Starwalk8r66 i will! I'm pretty committed to at least weekly right now. Hopefully I don't run out of material but I'm in no danger of that in the near future anyway ;-)
This video was the reason I wasnt phased at all when I unboxed a snake and she immediately bit me. It really wasn't a big deal, and I was able to get her transferred into her enclosure just fine. Lately we have been working with her to get her into thinking mode so she isnt so skittish. I know it sounds scary but even a large breeding female bite was just a few pinpricks. It healed up in a couple days. There isn't anything to be afraid of.
I had 2 Ball pythons for 5 yrs. They were awesome. I learned from doing it. I was always aware of how they moved, looked at me and if they were "tasting" the air. They were quite tolerant of handling. Never got hissed at or bitten. Always showed them the respect they deserved. 1 male/1 female. Both were large for this species, male was almost 6 ft. Female was 5 ft. They were sexed several times, as everyone thought my thick male wasn't male. He was big. Very awesome experience with them. Still friends with the gal who took them and cares so well for them. Maybe one day I will have another. A friend has a LARGE red tail Boa. That is a powerful snake, never less than 3 of us if she comes out of her enclosure! She tends to be grumpy. Never had an issue when handling her, always had spare hands nearby though.... Love youe vids, good info!
Really good video! Im one of those people that talk to ANY animal, with a ridiculous voice ofcourse :D But obviously the random toad in the woods dont care, while my doggos loves it. It scares me how people today see animals , or how little they know... speaking of FB groups, geez... I'll just stop here, lol. Luckily there's youtube and people like you that educate!
I have found that... my snake does actually really love to come out of her enclosure. Usually when she's on a "hunt" generally cruising around her enclosure. She does hate the hardwood floor though. So I give her bridges to the carpets and she cruises around the room for a whole until she goes under the couch lol
I owned ball pythons for a decade, I agree with everything you've said. I remember when my first snake was 3 years old. I just got done feeding her and my idiot self didn't wash my hands after touching the mouse. Being overly confident with my snake went to pick her up from her feeding tub and she got me. Not only grabbed me but wrapped some coils around my wrist. She was maybe 3.5ft at this point. The bite was... virtually painless, maybe half as painful as a bee sting. But the force of her squeezing me was incredible. The first time I felt the true power she had. I couldn't get her off me (without hurting her) so I just watched as my fingers turned purple and she tried to wrap her mouth around the base of my thumb. After maybe a minute she must of realized I was to big of a meal and gave up. That was the only time I've been bit... and coiled by a snake. I've had a few strikes here and there from babies. But I had her for 9 years and the only time she got me it was 100% my fault.
Thats about right - their bite is nothing, but they are one big long tube of muscle. I'm sure its easier to just wait it out than to try to uncoil them. A friend of mine keeps fireball whiskey on hand in case he gets coiled by a woma or a retic. Two snakes with a considerably more attention grabbing bite. But they apparently don't like cinnamon whiskey ;-)
@@GreenRoomPythons "Tigers love pepper, they hate cinnamon" Sorry, I had to! But I was always told to bend the end of their tail up. (Snakes bend every but up) if bit grab the end of the tail and bend up firmly but gently. It will cause discomfort and they should let go. But I didn't want to hurt her, because she wasn't really hurting me. I wasn't in any real danger. But I still can't get over the power she had. Even at 3.5ft (ish) absolutely incredible. Love the channel, lots of great information, and very entertaining
I'm not a beginner, I'm 60 years old and my love of reptiles and amphibians came at about 5 years old. I'd search our yard, turning over small logs in the woods, anywhere I just knew something could be hiding! I brought home and hid countless snakes, turtles and salamanders. My Mom (RIP) She hated all of it. Dad is like me and loved it! Since I've purchased larger snakes my biggest lady was 14ft Burmese. She was a rescue won't go into that. I cannot totally agree on your opinion of snakes becoming attached to the owners. My one in particular Red tail Boa, Buddy frequently managed to pop the doors of her tank. Day or night she would find me and be on my legs or shoulders. On one occasion woke up found her in my bed. 32 years later I've decided I wanted another Ball Python. Finally settled on CB 2022 hatch normal phase little lady. Just reading and watching UA-cam to refresh my memory what they need.
This mans spitting facts some people arent ready for lol. One suggestion if you dont mind is to cut out some of the adjusting and stuff. Once is cool and authentic but any more than that and it feels like its getting in the way of your good content
I gotta say it. I just got my ball python and your videos have helped tremendously. As a first time owner, your tips and tricks have worked wonders. I hope he eats his first time!
I love your video. I would get a snake but my boyfriend is horrified of them, but I still love watching you handle your snake. I'm new to your channel but will continue watching your educational videos.
Just found your channel and am loving it! I’m typing this during an ad but am wondering what info you have about letting your snakes see and be around each other? I haven’t introduced mine yet but am curious
Hi Emmy! Glad you found the channel and are enjoying it :-) Since snakes aren't social at all, they'll just sort of ignore each other. It's fine to put them together for photos or if they're out and about. Obviously, cohabitation is not good, but short periods of time together is fine :-)
My ex-BIL had a ball python who "enjoyed" the Boston Pops. He could have him loose in his room on the bed. His mom would turn on the PBS channel on TV and their show would begin to play. The snake would come down the hall and get in front of the TV and periscope for the whole hour that the show was on. I saw it in person. It was very amazing. When it was over he went back to the bedroom.
@@GreenRoomPythons Cliff was a unique dude. He gave his snake a lot of free roaming time while he did homework. I think it made a big difference in there relationship. I mean this was 40 years ago.
Hey man, love yur videos. I am a long time reptile owner but about to get my my first ball python/snake on Monday, is their a already existing video or any way you can make a video on humidity specifically? Humidity is my biggest concern since I live in southern Oregon. Any recommendations on how to main correct humidity in dry heat and dry cold temperaments? I plan on getting a thermostat for heat pad an using eco earth as the substrate, what do you think? Please and thank you for any info in advance
Congrats on the new snake! Just make sure you block the major ways humidity can escape (like a screen top) and mix water into your substrate reather than spraying. You may have to experiment with substrate but with water mixed in, you should be all good 👍
Thank you for the video. I've had my first snake for a few months now, and while I was able to identify most behaviours, some were still a bit of a guess and I'll try to improve on interpreting them. I did notice my snake feels more comfortable to come out and explore at night, while during the day he just wants to hide most of the time.
Hi Amber, glad you liked the video. You're right! Ball pythons are nocturnal (actually crepuscular) so he'll be sleeping securely in his hide all day and will be most active at night :-)
I really like your videos, Bob! You talk about the snakes with such respect for them, it’s nice :) My first snake is arriving in a few days so the timing of this video couldn’t be better, too!
Hey Bob! I've got a question about the free roaming thing. Your point of view (free roaming, but with rules) sounds logical and good for the snake, so I agree with you. But lately I've been reading comments on forums where people are saying free roaming is an absolute no-go, citing stress due to large open environments, dangers of getting inside couches and things, the lack of high humidity and even the lower temperature as reasons why free roaming is almost animal abuse. Do you see any validity to any of these claims? Also, how long do you let your snakes free roam? Is it okay to just watch tv (or binge your videos) for an hour or two and hang out with my snake, or should I keep it to 30ish minute sessions? Thanks for the wealth of information you provide in your videos, I look forward to the new ones every week!
It sounds like those comments were talking about snakes free roaming 24/7 and that would not be a good situation for them. This also depends on the species and it depends on the individual snake. I have young ones that I will free roam for half an hour or so and I have larger snakes that will free roam all afternoon.... Also many people's situation would not allow for free roaming. I don't have a couch that the snakes can get stuck in and my room is very well snake proofed. Not everybody can do that, so I can see somebody looking around their room and making the comment that it would be crazy to free roam a snake based on their personal home environment.
@@GreenRoomPythons clear, thank you! Of course it's up to the snake, but I'd like to get to a point where I can let him free roam for a couple hours, that'd be awesome
Your way of describing the danger of anthropomorphism of snakes, while not demonizing it as a whole, is going to reach and touch so many people. And hopefully, by extension, improve the lives and relationships between snakes and their keepers :) Especially new or young keepers.
Also, a big bearded man calling his snake baby girl is everything I needed this morning. Lol
Aw, thanks Cierra! That's a really nice compliment! Glad you liked the video ;-)
@@GreenRoomPythons I've owned two, Pedro and Salan. I never gave them human qualities because that's kinda dim. I just offered them stimulation, sat beside the open enclosure, placed my hand in it. If they wanted to interact they could. Pedro loved exploring, would climb your offer half the time and loved to sleep under your collar. Salan not so much, but sometimes would just stare at you. They're snakes, but some like outside stimulation and are interested in their surroundings more. Maybe "interested" and "interact" are the wrong words.
This was so helpful! I'm a new ball python "mom" ;) and new to snakes period! I spent my first 50 yrs terrified of them lol Now I love them! I have always been a girly girl and would have never before touched a dead rodent for anything! Now, I'm touching them with bare hands and even drying their fur a bit prior to feeding! That's how much I adore my snakes! I literally used to have a rule that the kids weren't even allowed to say the word snake around me because my fear/phobia was so crazy. How I over came my fear and started loving snakes is by watching lots of YT videos that educate like this video. I love your energy, you seem so laid back and genuinely kind and I love your humor! The skits are great!
Thanks so much Tonya! I'm glad you enjoy the videos. Congrats on your snakes and getting over your fear! That's awesome :-)
Good for you!😊 I wish more people were like you. Some people are so close minded when it comes to snakes!
I relate to your story so much! I’ve always been fearful of snakes. I even had nightmares of them. It wasn’t until I watched random reptile videos on UA-cam that made me have a change of heart. I think ball pythons are so adorable now! I just placed an order for a juvenile albino female and I am so excited to start caring for her ❤
How cool! Have a wonderful new found life ❤️ videos like these made me obsessed and as soon as I got my own apartment (my parents also don’t like snakes) I went to an expo and picked up a ball python!
My son wanted the snake and after a year I ended up her mom. Never wanted a snake and now I'm in love with snakes. Wish I could have more. Maybe someday. Being a snake mom is awesome.
I still think it's a great reward knowing your snake considers it safe to be around you either just chilling bc you are a great warm tree or be comfortable enough to explore around you and coming back to you for safety. I do like to imagine they can remember your scent and know if you are a threat or not. And handling my boy is kind of meditating for me bc I try to adapt my energy to his and calm down.
ive been thinking about getting a snake for a while and these videos make me feel more confident in getting one
That's great, I'm glad the videos are helping!
Whenever I see those snake blanket videos I think about what it would be like to have someone put me on a giant treadmill and tell me it’s the floor
So I’m the maid, the chef, and the transportation. Got it! 😂 It’s much like being a cat mom 😂
I would say it is good to talk to your reptiles because 1) they get used to your voice and 2) they don’t get spooked when you’re quiet for a while and then speak for some reason. Plus from a human standpoint, it’s just very chill✌🏼
Agreed! :-)
I got a ball python a few days ago and he is always in that S shape but has never shown any other signs of aggression, even still I was super worried he’d strike. Thank you for clarifying that an S shape is just a normal thing for snakes to do! Much appreciate all the work and information you put into your vids. Sick beard btw
Congratulations on your new snake! I'm glad you're enjoying the videos
I guess I'm for sure crazy, because I sing to my snakes. Every night when I check their tanks before bed I come in and sing them all a little personal song that rhymes with their names and usually, they poke their heads out, so it's a plus that I get to see their cute little faces.
Awwwwww thats sooooooooo cute
I love this SO much!!! ❤
my boyfriend compiled a lot of your videos together for me while he is living in the dorms and i take care of his lil guy, this is my first time working with a ball python and your content has helped a lot!!
Thank you so much for this. I needed this, first time BP mom. She is almost 2yrs old and I never thought I would love a snake this much😂
This is definitely in my top 4 favorite reptile channels! Love the respect he gives his snakes. Also love the comedy sprinkled in!
Thanks so much Ebony! Happy to have you on board and glad you're enjoying the channel :-)
This episode was packed with info about snakes that I knew nothing about! Also, Kent looks amazing in mustard yellow!
I'm so glad you enjoyed the video, and it was SO DELIGHTFUL to see you in person today! Kent wishes he could have seen you as well.
This is my first time watching him and I don't think I can ever get over how perfect that intro was.
Aw thanks!
This video is so informative. I’ve had my ball python for a few months and I’m obsessed with learning his behaviors and mannerisms. Thanks so much for sharing!
I'm glad you enjoyed this one!
I'd rather take a bite from a small ball python than a large mosquito.
Agreed!
Me to I get an allergic reaction from mosquitoes
I really enjoyed this video, particularly about human behaviors. I was just teaching my son about this kind of stuff. Thank you for educating people.
of all the videos if pythons and bps i have watched this has been the most educating for me great video keep up the great work
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!
Great video. I do all the research I can to make sure my new snake is comfortable. This was very informative.
I really appreciate you going into the harm and understanding of snakes,
Explaining uncommon knowledge and I just really adore your help
Thank you so much, I appreciate the kind words. I'm glad you're enjoying the videos
Thank you so much for this video, I just got my first ever ball python a month ago and this really has been helpful. Loving the humour too!!
Aw thanks Gary! I'm glad you liked it :-)
I bought my 2019 Blue Eyed Leucistic Microscale from N.E.R.D. And had to do so much research on who to buy from, luckily she was used for tours and honestly she just does her S shape with tail straight out relaxed very slow tongue flicks cause she knows I am right behind her rubbing her back she is THE SWEETEST and doesn’t find me a threat and loves to explore, I live 40 minutes from his store here in Plaistow, NH AND HONESTLY HE DOES IT RIGHT and he really makes sure his snakes are taken care of!
Yeah Kevin is great with his animals. Glad you found a good one!
Kevin is amazing. He believes that all of his animals should be treated with respect, and that they deserve more credit than most people give them credit for.
We have 5 Ball Pythons and they all have slightly different personalities. My BEL is the sweetest most wonderful snake. She enjoys being around all of us, and she seeks to come out and be handled when she wants to. I firmly believe that we don’t always give reptiles the credit they deserve for what they are capable of “feeling”. They aren’t a dog or cat for sure, but I do believe that a snake is capable of enjoying and can like being with their owner.
I just got my first snake. A ball python. I did months of research realizing after I got him how much I still didn't know lol. Just wanna say thank you for all your info !! He's a super "sweet" (tolerant, confident and curious) lil fellow
Congrats on your first snake! Sounds like you got a good one. Glad you're enjoying the videos :-)
We just got a ball python and I can't thank you enough for these videos. We still have 5 more days of the new quarantine and have been watching your videos and feel much more comfortable about my son's new choice in pet!
We'll be watching more and more because we want to be good snake parents 😊
Thanks man! I greatly appreciate your content. I grew up around snakes but it’s been 20+ years and just got a pied python and veiled chameleon for my first animals of any sorts since being an adult and you’ve helped tons! 🎉🎉
Thanks so much, I appreciate that! I'm glad the videos have been helpful. Congrats on your new animals!
30 minutes… very helpful. Especially answering questions from a colleague who is just buying a ball python for the first time. She said that she enjoyed your videos quite a lot. I have owned snakes for over 40 years and I find your site. Very helpful.
Thanks so much, I appreciate that!
I constantly talk to my snakes. They have their own voices as well. Now THAT’S crazy!!
Well, then I'm crazy with you ;-)
I never really understood the concept of anthropomorphize a snake to think that it loves you as a person; they just genuinely don't seem to have the awareness to recognize you in that kind of way (which is completely fine! they dont need it in the wild anyways). I've always just wanted to be seen as a safe warm tree when I get my snake, to me winning the trust of an animal that's so shy and fearful means far more to me than the thought of them loving me in any capacity
"Warm tree" is a nice compliment from a snake ;-)
Lmao at Kent’s sign off! Great and informative video. I like the conversational style and I like your personality 😁 also, great talk on anthropomorphism and doggo and cattopomorphism- I haven’t heard anyone take their time exploring that with their audience yet.
Another example is when they cohabitate their ball pythons improperly and they think it’s so cute that they “cuddle”, but it’s really so stressful for the pythons to compete for resources and space 😔
Thanks so much for the kind words! I'm glad you liked the video. Great point about cohabitation! Thats a really common issue that comes up a lot.
Your videos are amazing. You’re articulate, knowledgeable and amusing. I will never judge you for talking to your snakes. I talk to mine. They aren’t proficient in English yet, but then again, neither are my 9th grade students.
Came for the pythons stayed for Kent.
Kent needs his own "behind the scene" channel
People have been asking for a Kent channel. Maybe it will be on maintenance of a 1988 camcorder 😄
@@GreenRoomPythons 😂😂😂
Your approach to communication of any kind, be it with people or with your pets, is really refreshing. It shows an incredible capacity for empathy and makes you my favorite snaketuber. It's also nice hearing you talk about snake bites. My partner is brand new to snakes and he was terrified to handle them at first, and he's still afraid of a bite. It's great to have the ability to learn about snake body language, both for him and for me as an experienced keeper. I always learn something from your videos. Keep it up!
Thanks so much for the compliment! I really appreciate it. Glad you're enjoying the videos and getting something out of them :-)
Tell your partner that a bite from a Ball python is like getting attached by a piece of mad velcro.
Brand new first time BP snake owner, thank you so much for great information!!
"The monks of the animal world." I love it. What a description?!
That's how they come across to me :-)
I just want to let you know your educational and funny videos are a nightly watch for my son and I. Thank you
Matt & Chase
Aw thanks so much Matt! I'm glad you and Chase enjoy them!
Thanks, Bob, really appreciate you bringing up topics that other YT's may neglect. Being a good snake caretaker is a constant learning process and hope you'll continue to make such great content : )
Aw thanks so much, I appreciate that! 🙏
Love watching your content finally brought my first ball python into my home yesterday!
Congrats on your new snake!
Mirroring is actually a concept in behavior science and used in animal training for the reasons you’ve mentioned here. It is used a lot when working with equines but a valid strategy to try with any animal and it often can put them and ease. Also, the discussion you had about anthropomorphism touched on uncritical anthropomorphism which is when people personify non-human animals and is important for people to realize because as you mentioned there can be a danger in it or it can be detrimental to the animals. There is also a concept called critical anthropomorphism which is beneficial in the study of animal behavior. Gordon Burghardt has published about it and validates using assumptions about what animals are thinking and feeling based on knowledge of ourselves as a starting point to further investigate what’s actually going on. For example, if we intuit that an animal likes something, is there now a way to test that hypothesis? The snake is pushing on the enclosure door, they must want out: now, is there an answerable question there that we can investigate and determine the real cause? Maybe they do want out but maybe they want to get away from something inside or get to something on the outside or maybe the sensation of rubbing the door is pleasurable , or maybe it’s something else. It’s really fun behavior stuff!
So interesting! Thanks for all that info Lori. I'll look up the two different types of anthropomorphism. That's a tough one because in so many cases it can be detrimental to the animal, but in other cases it just allows the person to relate to and bond with their pet... I thought I made up mirroring, dang it! It's a term used in human behavior so it's no surprise that it's an established term in animal training as well :-)
I work in a snake room with 270 ball pythons I'm a fish guy but I've been really getting into this and I watch your videos all day at work. Thank you for this and I'd like to rock out one of your t shirts
Thanks so much, glad you're enjoying the channel! There are a bunch of new shirts in the merch store and more coming :-)
I recently discovered your channel and I’ve been loving watching your videos. I have an 11 month old female, she’s very calm. Your videos have been a great resource of information plus Kent is entertaining 😂 brilliant. Thank you for all that you share here.
Thank you so much, I'm glad you're enjoying the channel!
Really enjoy your videos, super informative with a generous sprinkling of wit!!
Salutations from across the pond and keep up the excellent work !!!!
Thank you for your dedication and time to your videos. This video was really great and I really appreciate it. With my silly stubborn mentality, MY SNAKE LOVES ME. With that being said, It's a total human biased thought and I'm really greatful for this video so I know how not to stress or harm my beloved noodle.
I've had both my ball python and corn snake for about a year now and i wish I'd found your channel a while ago! Thank you, and great job, this is the kind of quality content I'm looking for
Glad you're enjoying it!
I talk to my baby too like he's my baby
Hello! I would like to say that I am enjoying your videos a bunch and am learning things from them.
I also like the humour sprinkled in there :P
Thanks so much! I'm glad you're enjoying the videos! Happy to have you on board :-)
Hello there I love how informative your videos are! I’m getting a new snake from a friend I’ve never owned a snake before I also don’t have him yet I’ll get him in a week and when my friend send me a foto of him holding the snake I noticed he was in the pretzel position that you described, I was wondering if he gets in that position when I hold him what should I do next? Should I just hold him until he relaxes a little or should I put him back and try another time? Thank you for being so informative for us newbies! 😂❤
This video was very refreshing and educational! I've had various snakes on and off throughout my life, and never really thought too much into this. The scientific and logical analysis you provided will definitely make me think more about my snakes actions while I am handling her. I've been watching several videos today from Green Room, and all are fantastic!
Thanks so much! I'm glad you're enjoying the videos :-)
Oh I am so adding this to my daughters must watch before we get a ball python. ❤️
That's great! :-)
Love your videos , the advice is amazing , two week owner here and have really took a lot on board from you over the 4 days since finding your channel . Thanks 🙏
Thanks so much, I'm glad you're enjoying the videos. Congrats on your new snake!
Thanks so much for all the videos! I just got a banana two days ago he is so chill. Also my first BP, I have several cornsnakes. Very appreciative of all your info!
Congrats on the new one! Glad you're enjoying the videos :-)
The dog behavior comparision is really helpful. They still have personality profiles but that does not come before logic on behavior. It wouldn't be harmful to call a snake cute or curious, it would be harmful to ignore body language to fit that narrative.
It's also comforting though, the emotions of a dog or cat can be very overwhelming even with them being limited and having a pet I can spoil who is neutral about me but I can still interact with works well.
Thank you, I have two new ball pythons and I’m terrified to take them out of their enclosures. Once they are out I’m okay but getting them out always makes me nervous
My ball python actually taught me english! I love him most because he has helped me embrace my anxiety & help it at the same time ❤
This is an older video, but things/animals/people are who they are and thank you for pointing that out in such a non-condescending way. As a former cat, dog and rat owner and a *future* ball python owner, this was super helpful and I am sure I totally would have misinterpreted a ball pythons actions as I would have a ‘loving’ dog/cat/rat. It seems about halfway between those types of conventional pets I’ve owned, and the other “pets” I currently have..( tthe black footed yellow spiders that live in my house who are all named Peter… like Peter Parker… and the centipedes/hundred-leggers (who are all named Henrietta, just because my friend came up with that name. These ‘pets’ do not rely on me for food and do not care about me, especially compared to the dogs, cats and rats I have owned, but a ball python will at least acknowledge me, even if it’s because I provide food/entertainment. Thanks Bob!
I'm getting my royal python in a few days. Your videos are sooo helpful and I just love the energy with which you talk about these magnificent creatures. Thank you so soo much for everything you're doing! :)
Thanks so much, I'm glad you're enjoying the videos. Congrats on your new snake!
I just got a ball python baby last weekend! Before I felt unsure if I could handle their picky eating habits, but decided to just be determined if it happens. I've done a ton of reasearch over the years so it's not like I have no idea what to do if it happens. I can't wait to bond with her once she gets settled. I love how chill your snakes are during your videos, I hope to be there myself one day. Thanks again for another great video, I'm slowly going through them but they've all been a delight and you have an eye opening way of explaining things.
Thanks for the kind words, I'm glad you're enjoying the videos. Congrats on your new snake!
You are too funny describing the lady with the slithering snske
Honestly I talk to my ball python and the reason is is although they don't have a grasp of the English language or language they feel vibration and I know my ball python knows me from somebody else when I talk because my voice is my voice and it sounds and feels like me and that's why I talk to my snake I think it's a good thing they don't need to know what you're saying you just got to say it nicely and would love and they know it's you
Awesome video and very informative! It answered a lot of questions I had about my snakes. I’ve had colubrids for a few years and am a first-time ball python owner. Always learning something new!
Glad you liked it, congrats on your 1st ball python!
I came to find out why my snake does the sinching thing around my wrist and now I know! Amazing, thank you!
I’m getting a 5yr old Python on Thursday and watching this beforehand along with a few other videos (from WWR) and your Python is the most “moving” one I’ve seen anywhere.
It kind of depends on the day or the time of day. And some are more active than others:-)
I've used alot of these tips to understand my first ball python. Now, he is incredibly confident and friendly. Often going with me to the petstores and even using a bird ladder I bought to leave his terrarium willingly. He is my best friend Rather, he knows it or not lol!
I loved what you were saying about anthropomorphism. People make ALL the wrong assumptions about dog behavior, horse behavior, et al. Snakes are not the exception. I did a lot of work with abused animals, dogs and horses primarily, retraining and doing a Ceasar Millan kind of thing long before he arrived on the horizon, and long before "whispering" was introduced into our colloquial dialog. People misinterpret ALL the dog language, and it's why our world is filled with kill shelters and all manner of animal species misery. Snakes are no different, and if people bonded with them more easily the same outcome would apply.
I love what you're doing with Snakes because you're educating well in advance of that happening. Still. We see more and more reptiles and exotic species of every stripe being brought home, misunderstood, used up, and released and introduced to an environment that is more hostile than optimal, to say the very least.
So. All sweet comments aside, what you're doing is essential if humans are going to stop acting like morons, assuming that everything on the planet "loves them" when the planet has clearly rejected such assumptions.
Bravo to YOU!
Thank you! What you're saying about all animals is really important. People tend to only see the animal only from their human perspective, their own wants and needs, and it causes all kinds of problems for the animals - pets and wild!
@@GreenRoomPythons You're welcome! Absolutely! PS/Sent you an email about topics from my gmail so check your spam if it doesn't pop up. :)
@@Starwalk8r66 will do!
Horse behaviour and dog behaviour specifically. A lot of the time, those misinterpreted behaviours are the ones that lead to accidents with those animals.
Huge pet peeve when people try to humanize any animal, including dogs. I've seen people put little dogs in strollers and wearing clothes like its a baby and it's disgusting....regardless of breed or size at the end of the day that dog is 0.00000000001% wolf and people treat it like it's a infant human then wonders why the dog won't follow simple commands. I have worked with so many dogs with behavioral issues because human beings didn't treat the dog like its a dog. While dogs and cats have emotions and the tendency to bond with humans doesn't mean it's ok to humanize them...and defiantly not ok to try to humanize or expect any lizard not just snakes to bond with you.
Researching for my first ball python, I have other reptiles in my collection. I love your videos, so informative. This video particularly hits home because I spent most of my adult life studying animal behavior.
Hey Miss Grimm! Thanks for your comments. Glad you enjoy the videos.
Yes, agreed - people tend to do this sort of thing with any animal and it causes various degrees of problems.
Congrats on getting your first ball python! With your background and all the research you're doing, I'm sure that snake will have a fantastic life :-)
First time viewer! My son has a BP. She approximately 2 years old. I really like her, but am terrified to pick her up or have her on me. I would really like to get over this fear, but am afraid that she will sense my fear and bite me lol. Any suggestions or advice?
Welcome to the channel! Yes, I have lots of videos on handling snakes and socializing them that will help you understand their behavior a little bit better. Once you understand their behavior, You should feel more comfortable around them :-)
Hysterically funny and very informative! Love this video!
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it
Thank you! My ball python loves exploring! She is the sweetest pet I've ever had
Great video! Very informative and helpful for new owners
Thanks! Glad you liked it :-)
im gonna get one one day im pretty sure! thanks for this awesome, chill, educative video!
Aw glad you liked the video!
I really hope you read this Bob;
Man you are just great. What a wonderful channel, Bob. Thank you sincerely for all your education and teachings on taking care of these lovely friends. You crack me up in every video and I’m always waiting for the next gag.
My new BP is on his last week of transitioning into his new enclosure. Mice are on the way. Wish me luck on his first feeding!
Humidity is 50-60 norm, ambient is 80*. Two hides. Cork bark tunnels. Hanging vines. A 75 watt heating light on a 12 hour cycle. A nice corner dish. Coco fiber to retain humidity. Some Sphagnum moss too. And a few branches! His heating pad is solid around 88*. His warm side hide is right over it. He hasn’t ventured to it yet but I know he’ll like it once he does.
He hasn’t come out of his cool side hide at all. No snake tracks. His initial check over on arrival went great and he showed a lot of confidence. So I’m resting assured that he’s just getting cozy.
But wish me luck on my first feeding! One more week to go!
Once I’ve had him fed, and a few weeks of handling, I think I’ll take him to my vet (who breeds boa constrictors himself) and introduce my Banana Pinstripe to him and get a nice check up done.
Other than that all is well.
I appreciate your videos on handling and discerning the snake’s behavior.
They’re so good at translating how they feel.
My other noodle is a 4 month Kenyan sand boa. So way different species! And my Ball is a 6 month juvenile. So way different handling experience.
I’m looking to register him as a therapy animal. I’ll be sure the environment I take him to is safe and non threatening. But I’m getting my doctor’s Emotional Support Animal letter today. So I’m excited to have his picture on an ID card and be able to take him out every now and then. As much as he can tolerate, not pushing his limits. But my PTSD and ADHD is cured with him. I feel his energy in my hands for hours after putting him back! He has already changed my life and it’s only been one week.
Anyways, just wanted to say thank you very much.
Be blessed
I hope you read this and receive it. Because it really means a lot 🙂
Thanks so much Jordan! I appreciate the kind words and am glad you're enjoying the videos. Congrats on the new snake! Sounds like you've got him nicely set up. I'm sure he'll have a great life with you :-)
I am so behind on comments and appreciation! Too much time in my hide. Yes. There ARE many vids on snake behavior but none of them are as fun as yours are! Ball Pythons are not social creatures, nor am I, and that's why I love Ball Pythons. Hugs to you and Kent. lol
Thanks as always for the kind words Justin! I'm really happy you're into these videos :-)
@@GreenRoomPythons I very much look forward to them. I will play them by route if I'm feeling unsettled. So. Make more of them. WAY more of them! :)
@@GreenRoomPythons Also...You're welcome!!!
@@Starwalk8r66 i will! I'm pretty committed to at least weekly right now. Hopefully I don't run out of material but I'm in no danger of that in the near future anyway ;-)
The auto-generated Key Moments are pretty great.
This video was the reason I wasnt phased at all when I unboxed a snake and she immediately bit me. It really wasn't a big deal, and I was able to get her transferred into her enclosure just fine. Lately we have been working with her to get her into thinking mode so she isnt so skittish.
I know it sounds scary but even a large breeding female bite was just a few pinpricks. It healed up in a couple days. There isn't anything to be afraid of.
I had 2 Ball pythons for 5 yrs. They were awesome. I learned from doing it. I was always aware of how they moved, looked at me and if they were "tasting" the air. They were quite tolerant of handling. Never got hissed at or bitten. Always showed them the respect they deserved. 1 male/1 female. Both were large for this species, male was almost 6 ft. Female was 5 ft. They were sexed several times, as everyone thought my thick male wasn't male. He was big. Very awesome experience with them. Still friends with the gal who took them and cares so well for them. Maybe one day I will have another. A friend has a LARGE red tail Boa. That is a powerful snake, never less than 3 of us if she comes out of her enclosure! She tends to be grumpy. Never had an issue when handling her, always had spare hands nearby though....
Love youe vids, good info!
Glad you like the vids Patrick! Sounds like you're well experienced when you decide it's time for another snake - maybe a retic! :-)
@@GreenRoomPythons Right!😁
Really good video! Im one of those people that talk to ANY animal, with a ridiculous voice ofcourse :D But obviously the random toad in the woods dont care, while my doggos loves it.
It scares me how people today see animals , or how little they know... speaking of FB groups, geez... I'll just stop here, lol.
Luckily there's youtube and people like you that educate!
I love people's crazy dog voices
I have found that... my snake does actually really love to come out of her enclosure. Usually when she's on a "hunt" generally cruising around her enclosure. She does hate the hardwood floor though. So I give her bridges to the carpets and she cruises around the room for a whole until she goes under the couch lol
Mine do that as well!
@@GreenRoomPythons yeah she's not really looking to be held or anything but she does like to leave home from time to time.
I owned ball pythons for a decade, I agree with everything you've said. I remember when my first snake was 3 years old. I just got done feeding her and my idiot self didn't wash my hands after touching the mouse. Being overly confident with my snake went to pick her up from her feeding tub and she got me. Not only grabbed me but wrapped some coils around my wrist. She was maybe 3.5ft at this point. The bite was... virtually painless, maybe half as painful as a bee sting. But the force of her squeezing me was incredible. The first time I felt the true power she had. I couldn't get her off me (without hurting her) so I just watched as my fingers turned purple and she tried to wrap her mouth around the base of my thumb. After maybe a minute she must of realized I was to big of a meal and gave up. That was the only time I've been bit... and coiled by a snake. I've had a few strikes here and there from babies. But I had her for 9 years and the only time she got me it was 100% my fault.
Thats about right - their bite is nothing, but they are one big long tube of muscle. I'm sure its easier to just wait it out than to try to uncoil them. A friend of mine keeps fireball whiskey on hand in case he gets coiled by a woma or a retic. Two snakes with a considerably more attention grabbing bite. But they apparently don't like cinnamon whiskey ;-)
@@GreenRoomPythons
"Tigers love pepper, they hate cinnamon"
Sorry, I had to!
But I was always told to bend the end of their tail up. (Snakes bend every but up) if bit grab the end of the tail and bend up firmly but gently. It will cause discomfort and they should let go. But I didn't want to hurt her, because she wasn't really hurting me. I wasn't in any real danger. But I still can't get over the power she had. Even at 3.5ft (ish) absolutely incredible. Love the channel, lots of great information, and very entertaining
@@Ajay-Gainz thanks Aj! Glad you're enjoying the channel! :-)
❤ So thankful for your information ty 😊 ty 😊 were almost ready...So excited..lol Kent 😂😂Keep Shining..
I'm not a beginner, I'm 60 years old and my love of reptiles and amphibians came at about 5 years old. I'd search our yard, turning over small logs in the woods, anywhere I just knew something could be hiding! I brought home and hid countless snakes, turtles and salamanders. My Mom (RIP) She hated all of it. Dad is like me and loved it!
Since I've purchased larger snakes my biggest lady was 14ft Burmese. She was a rescue won't go into that.
I cannot totally agree on your opinion of snakes becoming attached to the owners. My one in particular Red tail Boa, Buddy frequently managed to pop the doors of her tank. Day or night she would find me and be on my legs or shoulders. On one occasion woke up found her in my bed.
32 years later I've decided I wanted another Ball Python. Finally settled on CB 2022 hatch normal phase little lady. Just reading and watching UA-cam to refresh my memory what they need.
Congrats on the new snake, sounds like you found a nice one!
thank you for helping me out im getting my first snake next week
Congrats on the new snake!!
@@GreenRoomPythons thanks 😁
14.40 in. Sounds like me and my wife with our asphalt python 😂🤣
Talking about Anthropomorphism, yo having real convos with his snakes,hilarious,ayyy we all do it🤷🏾♂️😂😂😂😭😭😭
Right?? :-)
This mans spitting facts some people arent ready for lol. One suggestion if you dont mind is to cut out some of the adjusting and stuff. Once is cool and authentic but any more than that and it feels like its getting in the way of your good content
My ball python was over-excited about her meal and over-shot her strike. I had no idea she got me until my finger was bleeding. 😂😅 zero pain.
thanks for all the useful info you always cover everything best.. just got a ball python 4 months old male for my son...he loves to explore
Congrats on the new snake! Glad you like the videos :-)
I gotta say it. I just got my ball python and your videos have helped tremendously. As a first time owner, your tips and tricks have worked wonders. I hope he eats his first time!
Thanks very much! Glad you like the videos. Congrats on your first snake!
I love your video. I would get a snake but my boyfriend is horrified of them, but I still love watching you handle your snake. I'm new to your channel but will continue watching your educational videos.
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoy the videos :-)
Just found your channel and I really love it! I learn so much🙏🏼
Hi Vanya! Thanks so much, I'm glad you're enjoying it! :-)
I'm watching from Norway and the word gravid...is Norwegian for pregnant 😊 ! Thanks for the awesome videos 😁
Just found your channel and am loving it! I’m typing this during an ad but am wondering what info you have about letting your snakes see and be around each other? I haven’t introduced mine yet but am curious
Hi Emmy! Glad you found the channel and are enjoying it :-)
Since snakes aren't social at all, they'll just sort of ignore each other. It's fine to put them together for photos or if they're out and about. Obviously, cohabitation is not good, but short periods of time together is fine :-)
We're all just tools... For ball pythons... Love it! 😂😂😂
Buddy, thanks you for everything, u are doing awesome job, Keep going!
Thanks so much! Glad you're enjoying the content!
My ex-BIL had a ball python who "enjoyed" the Boston Pops. He could have him loose in his room on the bed. His mom would turn on the PBS channel on TV and their show would begin to play. The snake would come down the hall and get in front of the TV and periscope for the whole hour that the show was on. I saw it in person. It was very amazing. When it was over he went back to the bedroom.
That is very odd behavior for a snake!
@@GreenRoomPythons Cliff was a unique dude. He gave his snake a lot of free roaming time while he did homework. I think it made a big difference in there relationship. I mean this was 40 years ago.
Really good video, that all new keepers should watch. Full of great info and experience.
Thanks so much Chris! Glad you liked it!
@@chriselliott661 thanks for the kind words Chris! Its a new channel so I really appreciate the early supporters!
Hey man, love yur videos. I am a long time reptile owner but about to get my my first ball python/snake on Monday, is their a already existing video or any way you can make a video on humidity specifically? Humidity is my biggest concern since I live in southern Oregon. Any recommendations on how to main correct humidity in dry heat and dry cold temperaments? I plan on getting a thermostat for heat pad an using eco earth as the substrate, what do you think? Please and thank you for any info in advance
Congrats on the new snake! Just make sure you block the major ways humidity can escape (like a screen top) and mix water into your substrate reather than spraying. You may have to experiment with substrate but with water mixed in, you should be all good 👍
Thank you for the video. I've had my first snake for a few months now, and while I was able to identify most behaviours, some were still a bit of a guess and I'll try to improve on interpreting them.
I did notice my snake feels more comfortable to come out and explore at night, while during the day he just wants to hide most of the time.
Hi Amber, glad you liked the video.
You're right! Ball pythons are nocturnal (actually crepuscular) so he'll be sleeping securely in his hide all day and will be most active at night :-)
I really like your videos, Bob! You talk about the snakes with such respect for them, it’s nice :) My first snake is arriving in a few days so the timing of this video couldn’t be better, too!
Thanks so much! I'm glad you like the videos. Congrats in the new snake!
Hey Bob! I've got a question about the free roaming thing. Your point of view (free roaming, but with rules) sounds logical and good for the snake, so I agree with you. But lately I've been reading comments on forums where people are saying free roaming is an absolute no-go, citing stress due to large open environments, dangers of getting inside couches and things, the lack of high humidity and even the lower temperature as reasons why free roaming is almost animal abuse. Do you see any validity to any of these claims? Also, how long do you let your snakes free roam? Is it okay to just watch tv (or binge your videos) for an hour or two and hang out with my snake, or should I keep it to 30ish minute sessions?
Thanks for the wealth of information you provide in your videos, I look forward to the new ones every week!
It sounds like those comments were talking about snakes free roaming 24/7 and that would not be a good situation for them. This also depends on the species and it depends on the individual snake. I have young ones that I will free roam for half an hour or so and I have larger snakes that will free roam all afternoon.... Also many people's situation would not allow for free roaming. I don't have a couch that the snakes can get stuck in and my room is very well snake proofed. Not everybody can do that, so I can see somebody looking around their room and making the comment that it would be crazy to free roam a snake based on their personal home environment.
@@GreenRoomPythons clear, thank you! Of course it's up to the snake, but I'd like to get to a point where I can let him free roam for a couple hours, that'd be awesome
me too Bob love the part when you said calm relaxed zen,yea that's why I love ball pythonsslow moving.calm pet to own..
Right? They're monks :-)
Definitely going to take all of this information into consideration, but I still wanna believe my noodle loves me energy doesn’t lie ✨
That's a great way to stay emotionally invested :-)