The Burmese pythons, the subject of this care guide, is a giant snake with specific feeding, housing, and handling requirements, that is not ideal for most hobbyists and an unusual choice as a pet. Nonetheless, author Philippe de Vosjoli notes in the first chapter that his favorite snake was indeed a Burmese python, as no other snake ahas ever equaled this particular animal in terms of personality and responsiveness.a Indeed, he says, the Burmese pythonas docile nature has done much to help dispel scary myths and misconceptions about snakes in general. For snake hobbyists interested in purchasing and keeping this gentle giant, Burmese Pythons is an excellent introduction to the selection and purchase of a healthy snake offering no-nonsense advice about handling, housing, feeding, and breeding these snakes. The authoras chapter titled aHow Accidents Happena presents commonsense tips about handling Burmese pythons, discussing bites, the tail, and constriction, essential reading for all keepers, regardless of their experience level. Dr. Roger Klingenberg offers a chapter on diseases and disorders which proves useful and informative. A fully illustrated chapter dedicated to other large pythons offers information about size, longevity, morphs, maintenance, and breeding for the following giant snakes: the Indian python (a subspecies to the Asiatic rock python, like the Burmese python), the Sri Lankan python, the reticulated python, and the African rock python. Resources and index included.A recent incident involved a python breeder who lost virtually every Burmese python in his possession including albino Burmese. The lesson ... Either purchase a thermostat or set up an alarm that will warn you when the temperature goes over (or under) a set temperature. Aside from ... Fire Prevention Read instructions carefully regarding heater use and be careful and responsible in terms of placement.
Title | : | Burmese Pythons |
Author | : | Philippe De Vosjoli, Roger Klingenberg |
Publisher | : | i5 Publishing - 2012-09-11 |
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