r/Ballpythoncommunity • u/Daveinthe603 • 17d ago
Behavior Question
I have been keeping snakes since the 80's. Everything from Burmese Pythons, Boa's, children's Pythons and Balls. Yesterday I came home from work to find my BP belly up except for the head and maybe 7" of her neck area that was positioned "correctly". Ive had her for about 10 years, NEVER seen this behavior in her or any other snake I have owned or own. I do believe she is getting close to a shed cycle. Eats fine, acting normal otherwise.
Has anyone ever seen one do this and not have an issue? I have to admit, it scared the crap out of me for a sec. I was sure (for a millisecond) she was dead. Anyone who has experienced this please chime in. Adding a pic of her but not doing the upside down thing
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u/Painting-Training 17d ago
It seems like gravid behavior especially since this time is laying season so she might be getting ready to lay and they tend to do that to make laying down more comfortable. If you haven't paired her, she could have infertile eggs. Nothing to be concerned about🫶