Ball python: Behavior and defense mechanisms Ball pythons are primarily nocturnal, meaning they are most active during the night.

What is a ball python? And why isn't this 'nice cousin' to the Burmese hunted during the Florida Python Challenge? We explain the details.

Police tried in vain to save a ball python snake after receiving a call about it spotted near 7th North and German St. Monday. Corp. Chris Davis said he and Sgt. Aaron Widmer spotted the nonvenomous ...

Find out what you need to know about ball python bites and discover the potential health risks.

Learn about what ball pythons eat, how often you should feed them, reasons why they might not eat, and what to do if they won’t eat their food.

The 62-year-old ball python has not been with a male in over 15 years, according to Saint Louis Zoo.

Ball python exports raise concerns as demand for the popular pet grows Though widely bred in captivity in the U.S. and Europe, tens of thousands are exported from West Africa each year, with ...

If you’ve ever thought about keeping a snake as a pet, chances are you’ve heard of the ball python. It’s one of the most popular snakes for beginners and for good reason.

Zookeepers at the Saint Louis Zoo were surprised to see their oldest snake coiled around a clutch of freshly laid eggs because she hadn’t been near a male in more than 15 years.