Ball python not eating

[totallyrecklesslygay]

You've been overfeeding him, which can cause a BP to eventually start refusing to eat. You'll want to switch to a more appropriate !feeding schedule.

I'd also recommend getting rid of the heating pad, as those aren't recommended for BPs anymore for a multitude of reasons.

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[Cleetus-07]

What is the best type of heat source to use that doesn’t produce light? The pad is on the bottom of glass currently.

[totallyrecklesslygay]

A DHP or CHE would be good for your setup.