Bowie came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on September 13, 2025, after their previous owner—who had gotten them from a friend—could no longer provide care. At about 3.5 feet long, this beautiful Fancy Ball Python is healthy, curious, and currently eating prekilled medium frozen/thawed rats with no hesitation. 🐀❄️
Like their namesake, Bowie has stunning patterns and a calm personality that’s sure to shine bright in the right home. ✨
🔍 Ball Python Quick Care Info (from ReptiFiles):
📏 Adult Size: 3–5 feet (females often larger)
📅 Lifespan: 30+ years
💤 Temperament: Shy but gentle—usually calm with consistent handling
🏠 Enclosure Size: Minimum 4’L x 2’W x 2’H (120 gallons) for adults
🌡️ Temps:
– Basking surface: 95–104°F
– Warm hide: 86–90°F
– Cool side: 72–80°F
💧 Humidity: 45–75%, higher during shedding
💡 Lighting: Low-level UVB recommended (Arcadia Forest 6% or Zoo Med Reptisun 5.0 T5 HO)
🛏️ Substrate: Moisture-retentive soil mix (Reptisoil, Eco Earth, or soil/sand blend) topped with leaf litter
🌿 Décor: Multiple hides, cork bark, climbing branches, and foliage for enrichment
🍽️ Diet:
– Whole frozen/thawed or prekilled rodents
– Currently eating medium rats every 10–14 days
– Always feed prey about 1.5× the snake’s mid-body width
💧 Water: Provide a large, shallow bowl for drinking and soaking
Bowie is a stunning and mellow python with both style and substance—perfect for someone looking for a reliable, eye-catching companion. 🌟
📲 Apply today to give Bowie their forever home:
👉 https://www.jraar.org/adoption
And don’t forget—Facebook supporters get early access to adoptable animals for just $0.99/month:
👉 https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/JRAquaticAnimalRescue/
Bowie came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on September 13, 2025, after their previous owner—who had gotten them from a friend—could no longer provide care. At about 3.5 feet long, this beautiful Fancy Ball Python is healthy, curious, and currently eating prekilled medium frozen/thawed rats with no hesitation. 🐀❄️
Like their namesake, Bowie has stunning patterns and a calm personality that’s sure to shine bright in the right home. ✨
🔍 Ball Python Quick Care Info (from ReptiFiles):
📏 Adult Size: 3–5 feet (females often larger)
📅 Lifespan: 30+ years
💤 Temperament: Shy but gentle—usually calm with consistent handling
🏠 Enclosure Size: Minimum 4’L x 2’W x 2’H (120 gallons) for adults
🌡️ Temps:
– Basking surface: 95–104°F
– Warm hide: 86–90°F
– Cool side: 72–80°F
💧 Humidity: 45–75%, higher during shedding
💡 Lighting: Low-level UVB recommended (Arcadia Forest 6% or Zoo Med Reptisun 5.0 T5 HO)
🛏️ Substrate: Moisture-retentive soil mix (Reptisoil, Eco Earth, or soil/sand blend) topped with leaf litter
🌿 Décor: Multiple hides, cork bark, climbing branches, and foliage for enrichment
🍽️ Diet:
– Whole frozen/thawed or prekilled rodents
– Currently eating medium rats every 10–14 days
– Always feed prey about 1.5× the snake’s mid-body width
💧 Water: Provide a large, shallow bowl for drinking and soaking
Bowie is a stunning and mellow python with both style and substance—perfect for someone looking for a reliable, eye-catching companion. 🌟
📲 Apply today to give Bowie their forever home:
👉 https://www.jraar.org/adoption
And don’t forget—Facebook supporters get early access to adoptable animals for just $0.99/month:
👉 https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/JRAquaticAnimalRescue/
J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue, founded in February 2020, is a compassionate organization dedicated to addressing the issue of unwanted exotic pets. Recognizing the potential harm of releasing such animals into the wild, the organization strives to provide responsible alternatives. Committed to the welfare of aquatic creatures, J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue focuses on finding suitable homes for surrendered pets. Through their efforts, they aim to not only ensure the well-being of individual animals but also contribute to broader conservation initiatives by preventing the introduction of non-native species into natural ecosystems. With a mission rooted in education and responsible pet ownership, J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue plays a vital role in fostering a harmonious coexistence between humans and aquatic life.
J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue, founded in February 2020, is a compassionate organization dedicated to addressing the issue of unwanted exotic pets. Recognizing the potential harm of releasing such animals into the wild, the organization strives to provide responsible alternatives. Committed to the welfare of aquatic creatures, J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue focuses on finding suitable homes for surrendered pets. Through their efforts, they aim to not only ensure the well-being of individual animals but also contribute to broader conservation initiatives by preventing the introduction of non-native species into natural ecosystems. With a mission rooted in education and responsible pet ownership, J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue plays a vital role in fostering a harmonious coexistence between humans and aquatic life.
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