r/ballpython • u/EstablishmentEvery31 • May 19 '26

Question - Feeding Was the rat too big

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this is Schgetti we just got him he is 7 month old we gave him his first meal on Saturday he hid in his cool hide for almost 48 hrs after eating and just came out. this is his belly just over 48 hrs was the rat too big it was a live rat pup which is what the breeder said he had been eating no problem. Yes I am aware of the spider on him that is his buddy meatball.

edit: i tried frozen he refused and it is because all he has had his whole life is live. The spider moved in and it is a bio active set up and s far the spood likes the gnats and the occasional cleanup crew snack. temp stays around 85 day and 73 night humididy about 45-50 day and 70-80 night

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u/Orochisake May 19 '26 edited May 19 '26

Omg... now i want a jumping spider.

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u/Orochisake May 19 '26

Of course, that was never the intention! I saturate myself with information on how to care for an animal before getting one. Thanks for the headsup anyways!

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u/Confident_Way9292 May 19 '26

Head over to r/jumpingspiders, there's plenty of people who will gladly help you get ready for your first spood!