Bowie the Ball Python

?? Meet Bowie the Fancy Ball Python! ??<br/><br/> <br/><br/>Bowie came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on September 13, 2025, after their previous owner—who had gotten them from a friend—could no longer provide care. At about 3.5 feet long, this beautiful Fancy Ball Python is healthy, curious, and currently eating prekilled medium frozen/thawed rats with no hesitation. ???<br/><br/> <br/><br/>Like their namesake, Bowie has stunning patterns and a calm personality that’s sure to shine bright in the right home. ?<br/><br/> <br/><br/>? Ball Python Quick Care Info (from ReptiFiles):<br/>? Adult Size: 3–5 feet (females often larger)<br/>? Lifespan: 30+ years<br/>? Temperament: Shy but gentle—usually calm with consistent handling<br/><br/>? Enclosure Size: Minimum 4’L x 2’W x 2’H (120 gallons) for adults<br/>?? Temps:<br/>– Basking surface: 95–104°F<br/>– Warm hide: 86–90°F<br/>– Cool side: 72–80°F<br/>? Humidity: 45–75%, higher during shedding<br/>? Lighting: Low-level UVB recommended (Arcadia Forest 6% or Zoo Med Reptisun 5.0 T5 HO)<br/><br/>?? Substrate: Moisture-retentive soil mix (Reptisoil, Eco Earth, or soil/sand blend) topped with leaf litter<br/>? Décor: Multiple hides, cork bark, climbing branches, and foliage for enrichment<br/><br/>?? Diet:<br/>– Whole frozen/thawed or prekilled rodents<br/>– Currently eating medium rats every 10–14 days<br/>– Always feed prey about 1.5× the snake’s mid-body width<br/><br/>? Water: Provide a large, shallow bowl for drinking and soaking<br/><br/>Bowie is a stunning and mellow python with both style and substance—perfect for someone looking for a reliable, eye-catching companion. ?<br/><br/> <br/><br/>? Apply today to give Bowie their forever home:<br/>? https://www.jraar.org/adoption<br/><br/> <br/><br/>And don’t forget—Facebook supporters get early access to adoptable animals for just $0.99/month:<br/>? https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/JRAquaticAnimalRescue/<br/><br/> <br/><br/>#BowieThePython #FancyBallPython #SnakeAdoption #ReptileRescue #AdoptDontShop #JRAquaticAnimalRescue

?? Meet Bowie the Fancy Ball Python! ??



Bowie came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on September 13, 2025, after their previous owner—who had gotten them from a friend—could no longer provide care. At about 3.5 feet long, this beautiful Fancy Ball Python is healthy, curious, and currently eating prekilled medium frozen/thawed rats with no hesitation. ???



Like their namesake, Bowie has stunning patterns and a calm personality that’s sure to shine bright in the right home. ?



? Ball Python Quick Care Info (from ReptiFiles):
? Adult Size: 3–5 feet (females often larger)
? Lifespan: 30+ years
? Temperament: Shy but gentle—usually calm with consistent handling

? Enclosure Size: Minimum 4’L x 2’W x 2’H (120 gallons) for adults
?? Temps:
– Basking surface: 95–104°F
– Warm hide: 86–90°F
– Cool side: 72–80°F
? Humidity: 45–75%, higher during shedding
? Lighting: Low-level UVB recommended (Arcadia Forest 6% or Zoo Med Reptisun 5.0 T5 HO

?? Meet Bowie the Fancy Ball Python! ??



Bowie came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on September 13, 2025, after their previous owner—who had gotten them from a friend—could no longer provide care. At about 3.5 feet long, this beautiful Fancy Ball Python is healthy, curious, and currently eating prekilled medium frozen/thawed rats with no hesitation. ???



Like their namesake, Bowie has stunning patterns and a calm personality that’s sure to shine bright in the right home. ?



? Ball Python Quick Care Info (from ReptiFiles):
? Adult Size: 3–5 feet (females often larger)
? Lifespan: 30+ years
? Temperament: Shy but gentle—usually calm with consistent handling

? Enclosure Size: Minimum 4’L x 2’W x 2’H (120 gallons) for adults
?? Temps:
– Basking surface: 95–104°F
– Warm hide: 86–90°F
– Cool side: 72–80°F
? Humidity: 45–75%, higher during shedding
? Lighting: Low-level UVB recommended (Arcadia Forest 6% or Zoo Med Reptisun 5.0 T5 HO)

?? Substrate: Moisture-retentive soil mix (Reptisoil, Eco Earth, or soil/sand blend) topped with leaf litter
? Décor: Multiple hides, cork bark, climbing branches, and foliage for enrichment

?? Diet:
– Whole frozen/thawed or prekilled rodents
– Currently eating medium rats every 10–14 days
– Always feed prey about 1.5× the snake’s mid-body width

? Water