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Is this A Good-DealFor a Reptile2007-11-24 2:01:28

I'm going to be trading my sulcata (african-spur-thighed-tortoise. for a adult ball python -male-, but the guy that im trading it with has his own herp program. My baby tortoise is about big as a Tennis Ball.

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It is totally up to you as to whether this is a good trade or not. Moneywise, they are probably about the same price. Male balls are not worth a whole lot, nor are the smaller sulcatas.

There are pros and cons to each animal. Torts will need a larger area to live and eventually a very large dog house for shelter and end up outside, whereas the snake will need a tank and can be kept inside.

Male ball pythons stay on the smaller side.. 4-5 foot max. So, they will only need to eat about one rat per week. Which will probably be less than feeding an adult tort everyday.

Think about the long term and decide which would be the better pet.

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yes its good

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Got to be honest with ya.. Stick with the turtles! Big snakes become a real pain to keep and overall u will spend WAY more $$ on supporting the snake. But the deal sounds fair even if he breeds.. Snakes take a lot of work to breed and raise. Just my opinion.

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Yes.

You really are getting a good deal. The baby tortoise will grow too large for most yards, and push down fences. By trading him now, you get an easier pet, and don't have to worry about the problems down the road.