How much will normal a juvenile ball python and cage and other things needed cost!?

Question

I want a juvenile ball python and I need to know how much it would cost plus all of the things needed?

Answer 1

Hello; I'll draft up a quick list of what you'll need for an adult Ball python and a rough estimate as to the cost. The prices are assuming you are purchasing everything new. :)

Ball python itself- 30-70 dollars on average, depending primarily on where you get it and the age.

30-55 gallon secure, locking terrarium. A typical screen top tank is sufficient if most of the top is covered, but preferably something that is closed top and front opening in order to retain proper humidity levels- 70-300 dollars.

Substrate- 1-15 dollars, depending on what type is used and how much you purchase. A quick tip: While I have used Aspen, Cypress, Paper towels, etc in the past; Eco-earth by Zoo-med in my experience has worked incredibly well for my twelve year old Ball python. He has been healthier, happier, better hydrated, and hasn't had a bad shed since I started using it.

Two thermometers and a hygrometer- 5-20 dollars, depending on the quality and type used.

Heating apparatus of some sort (Heat lamp, ceramic heat emitter, under-tank heater)- 20-40 dollars.

Two or three hides- 10-50 dollars, depending on type used.

Water dish- 1-15 dollars, depending on which kind you prefer.

Spray bottle for misting- 1-3 dollars at your local Wal-mart type or Dollar store.

Unnecessary, but still nice to have for Ball pythons:

Cage decor, such as branches, fixed rock formations, or decorative plants made for reptile use not only improve the look of the terrarium but also give the snake something to rub against while shedding- 5-60 dollars, depending on where it is purchased, how much, and what kind you use.

I hope this helps, and if you have any further questions at all on the subject; please feel free to message me and I will be more than happy to assist you. :)

Good luck!

Answer 2

ball pythons(normal patternern) $25-80 depending on where you buy from plus shipping!!!

terrarium $40-100.00 if you buy a baby snake do not put in the tank alone it would freak it out and It will not eat. buy a small sweater box(sterling,rubber maid) 13inches long 8 inches wide 5 inches high put snake inn that with half the tub on heat source. once snake reaches twice the size put in cage

adults can be put in 40 gallon tank that is for there entire life

heat pad under tank heater zoo med is the best. 30.00

need a thermostat for it 20.00 there

newspaper for bedding .50

water bowl 3-4.00

Answer 3

It depends where u buy the snake at.

I went to petsmart yesterday and saw a sub adult ball python for i think 60-70$ and i was like wow tht sounds like a great price. so yea it jst depends.

Answer 4

probably $500-$2000