While ball pythons are generally considered safe and beginner-friendly, they still require proper care, commitment, and a suitable habitat.

Pythons are non-native to Florida and non-venomous snakes. Burmese pythons are one of the largest snakes in the world. The ball python found in Vero Beach was "friendly" and docile when rescued.

Ball python exports raise concerns as demand for the popular pet grows Though widely bred in captivity in the U.S. and Europe, tens of thousands are exported from West Africa each year, with ...

Join Michael from The Reptile Zoo as he shares fun facts about ball pythons, including where they're from, their behavior, ...

A Florida community caught nearly two dozen ball pythons slithering around. Between the species and the Burmese pythons, what are the differences?