What is a ball python? And why isn't this 'nice cousin' to the Burmese hunted during the Florida Python Challenge? We explain the details.

The Ball python (Python regius) is a nonvenomous constrictor snake native to sub-Saharan Africa. Known for its docile temperament and manageable size, it has become one of the most popular pet ...

Do ball pythons like to be cuddled? Once a ball python becomes comfortable in its environment, it may bond with its human companion.

People joked about the ball python being an "iPad kid." Others admired the gentle way in which the girl interacted with the snake, saying how well the snake responded to its human friend.

Ball python: Habitat and distribution Ball pythons are native to sub-Saharan Africa, with their range extending from Senegal and Mali in the west to Uganda and Sudan in the east.

Ball pythons are non-venomous, instead killing their prey using their long bodies to constrict the victim until it dies. Zolta the ball python coiled up into a ball.

If you’ve ever thought about keeping a snake as a pet, chances are you’ve heard of the ball python. It’s one of the most popular snakes for beginners and for good reason. Ball pythons are ...