For aspiring snake enthusiasts and first-time reptile keepers, the world of pet snakes can seem like a daunting place. However, ball pythons (Python regius) are a gentle, low-maintenance variety.

Ball pythons are non-venomous snakes. They are popular as pets because of their generally docile existence. However, it is possible for a ball python to bite you. Ball pythons are considered ...

though pressures from the pet trade and hunting are concerns. The Ball python (Python regius) is a nonvenomous constrictor snake native to sub-Saharan Africa. Known for its docile temperament and ...

Southampton Reptile has confirmed the snake in question is a royal python - python regius. University of Southampton ... the UK so it must be someone’s pet. “It looked quite nervous, but ...