{"product_id":"ball-python-pied","title":"Ball Python (Pied)","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"114\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"112\"\u003eBall Python (Pied)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"199\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"130\"\u003ePython regius\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"150\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ball Python, Royal Python\u003cbr data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"179\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"197\"\u003e(Pied = Piebald)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"204\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"232\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"230\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"378\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"378\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"244\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults typically grow \u003cstrong data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"291\"\u003e3–5 feet (0.9–1.5 m)\u003c\/strong\u003e, with females often larger and bulkier than males. Some females may approach 6 feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"839\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"398\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"839\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"596\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"596\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"433\"\u003ePied (recessive – visual):\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"455\"\u003epiebald morph\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most iconic ball python morphs, characterized by \u003cstrong data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"594\"\u003elarge white patches across the body interrupted by patterned “islands.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eExpression is highly variable: some individuals may be mostly white, while others display more pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"839\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"839\"\u003eColours and contrast of the patterned sections are influenced when combined with other morphs (e.g., Pastel Pied, Enchi Pied).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"988\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"988\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"859\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild-type ball pythons are native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eWest and Central Africa\u003c\/strong\u003e, found in open savannahs, farmland, and lightly wooded areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e A terrestrial and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003eburrow-dwelling species\u003c\/strong\u003e, often occupying rodent tunnels for shelter, humidity, and thermoregulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e A \u003cstrong data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003enocturnal ambush predator\u003c\/strong\u003e, feeding primarily on small mammals and birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1231\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e A \u003cstrong data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003e40-gallon breeder (36” × 18” × 18”)\u003c\/strong\u003e or equivalent is appropriate for most adults. Provide secure hides on both the warm and cool sides, climbing décor, and a water bowl large enough for soaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain daytime temperatures at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003e78–82°F (25–28°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e with a basking zone of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003e88–92°F (31–33°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Nighttime drops to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003e72–75°F (22–24°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e are acceptable. Keep humidity at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003e50–60%\u003c\/strong\u003e, with slight increases during shedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juveniles should be offered hopper mice or rat pups every 5–7 days; adults generally thrive on medium rats every 10–14 days. Prey size should match the snake’s girth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pieds are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003edocile, calm, and easy to handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, displaying the typical manageable temperament of ball pythons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Although genetics alter colour and pattern, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003ehusbandry requirements remain identical across all ball python morphs\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2213\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2238\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2236\"\u003eGenetics Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2239\" data-end=\"2698\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2239\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2271\"\u003ePied (Recessive – Visual):\u003c\/strong\u003e A double dose of the Pied gene produces the classic piebald appearance with bold white patches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2409\"\u003eHet Pied (heterozygous carriers):\u003c\/strong\u003e Carry one copy of the gene and appear normal but can produce Pied offspring when bred to another het or visual Pied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2698\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2698\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003eExpression Variability:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ratio of white to pattern varies widely, from mostly white snakes with small patches of colour to low-white Pieds with minimal white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2863\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2724\"\u003ePied Ball Python\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most \u003cstrong data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2792\"\u003erecognizable and popular morphs in the hobby\u003c\/strong\u003e, prized for its bold pattern and versatility in multi-gene projects.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tails and Scales","offers":[{"title":"Male","offer_id":56196253647170,"sku":"gso1789651658323","price":155.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Female","offer_id":56196253679938,"sku":"okm1789651658324","price":159.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsexed","offer_id":56196253712706,"sku":"bps1789651658325","price":170.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/8380\/8066\/files\/ball-python-pied_1.jpg?v=1789651662","url":"https:\/\/abrasionresistclad.shop\/products\/ball-python-pied","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}