Why is my royal python not eating?

Stress is an often-overlooked reason why snakes won’t eat. New enclosures, other snakes in the enclosure, or too much handling can cause your ball python to get stressed out and not want to eat. Differences in prey will also cause a picky snake to stop eating.

How long can a Royal python go without eating?

An adult ball python can survive up to 6 months without eating, but such a long period can be disastrous for the health of the reptile.

Why has my snake lost weight?

General Signs of Illness in Snakes They will lose weight, as seen by muscle wasting along their upper body surface, making the bony spines of their vertebrae more prominent.

Why is my snake not eating the mouse?

If the cage is too warm or too cool, he may refuse to eat his mouse. Make sure the temperature at the substrate level is the correct range for your pet’s species. Give him a hidey hole in each of the warm, cool and gradient temperature zones. If the humidity is too low, the snake may not feel like feeding.

How can you tell if your snake is dying?

The most common signs that may signify a dying snake include:

• Breathing problems.
• Abnormal posture.
• Scale-related issues.
• Sudden weight loss.
• Lack of appetite.
• Unusual discharge.
• Weakness.
• Dehydration.

When should I worry about my snake not eating?

Snakes in poor health will often refuse food. Accordingly, it is wise to make an appointment with your vet anytime your snake refuses food for longer than a few weeks.

Why is my snake acting hungry but not eating?

Sometimes snakes show a lot of interest in the food being presented, but don’t eat. This usually means we aren’t giving them what they want. Wether it be mice or rats, frozen or thawed, or any number of other items that may fall in the spectrum of snake prey such as lizards or birds.

Will my snake starve itself?

Yes they can and will starve them selves to death.

Why would a snake stop eating?

Refusing to eat is a signal that your snake is stressed. It should come as no surprise that snakes are routine animals and don’t like change so very much. If your snake has just been brought to his new home and is not eating, there are very high chances that your snake is refusing food due to the stress of moving.