Almost like a scene from the 2006 cult classic “Snakes on a Plane,” fire crews in the western suburbs were called in to help ...

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

A pet ball python named Lucius escaped from his pirate-costumed owner on a CTA Green Line train and hid inside a control box.

Somerville’s animal control department received reports of a python on the loose Saturday, sparking an unusual neighborhood ...

Ball pythons are popular pets, especially for beginners, due to their calm nature and manageable size. These snakes curl into a ball when nervous, making them non-aggressive and easy to handle.

The ball python snake, also known as the royal python, is a nonvenomous constrictor snake. It is the smallest of the African pythons and is popular as a pet due to its relatively small size and ...

Watch this protective Ball Python momma defend her newly laid eggs! See nature's maternal instincts on full display at The ...

The pet trade isn’t the only thing putting ball pythons under pressure. They’re also regularly hunted for their meat and skin, and for use in traditional medicine and spiritual practices.

Ball pythons are not affectionate and may recognize their owner as a safe creature, but this is as good as it gets. "When it comes to keeping snakes as pets, they are very relaxed when treated ...

Is a ball python a good pet? Because of the snake's less aggressive behavior, ball pythons are among the most popular snakes used as pets. Adults average in length from 2 to 5 feet.

A pet store in Stockton, California is offering a cash reward after thieves allegedly stole snakes worth thousands of dollars on Sunday. In this stock photo, ball pythons are shown for sale at ...

A young cat, a ball python snake and a friendly dog are this week's featured pets up for adoption in Lane County. News Sports Entertainment Life Advertise Obituaries eNewspaper Legals PETS ...