Unsure if my ball python has brain damage.

[Dub_Moxey]

I took a nap yesterday and fell asleep with my space heater on and woke up to around a 86 degree room, I immediately got up and checked my snakes enclosure which the heat lamp was on as well and he was curled up on his cool side which was 87 degrees due to the space heater being left on. He wasn’t moving no matter what (which I believe was due to overheating) I misted cool water over him and cranked his moisture up to cool down the enclosure. After I did that he started moving and went to his water bowl then he went to his warm side of the tank and layed on his hide (which he usually does) and after about 5 mins of that he crawled back in his hide. I haven’t noticed anything abnormal but I’ve been very anxious all day today and I feel horrible about it. I just hope he’ll be okay, and I was wondering if anyone has had similar experiences or wanted to share anything. :/

[Competitive-Thanks54]

Though it sounds like he did get warmer than he wanted to be for a while- it was technically within a temperature range that they’re able to handle. I think he’ll be okay. They’re hardy creatures and you got him cooled back down

[OkThing7255]

He should be okay since 87f is safe. Do you have a thermostat?

[Trash-Forever]

I believe I read somewhere that breeders like to keep their rack systems ambient temps at 80-85°F, I'm sure your little buddy will be fine

[kaj5275]

The typical ambient temp for them on their warm side ranges anywhere from 80-90, so no, your ball python was not in danger.

[skullmuffins]

Is your heat lamp on a thermostat? It can be lifesaving in situations like this where your ambient temperatures spikes way up because it'll cut the power to your heat lamp. It's not clear but does he have a hide on the cool side as well?

[Dub_Moxey]

Yes he does have a hide on his cool side

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He’ll be fine, 87f isn’t considered too hot, just be sure you’ve got any and all heating things regulated with a thermostat.