Pythons are non-native to Florida and non-venomous snakes. Burmese pythons are one of the largest snakes in the world. The ball python found in Vero Beach was "friendly" and docile when rescued.

Native to western and central Africa, ball pythons are popular reptile pets in the U.S. Known for their docile nature and manageable size, they typically reach around 3-5 feet in length.

Learn about what ball pythons eat, how often you should feed them, reasons why they might not eat, and what to do if they won’t eat their food.