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My ball python soaks in its water bowl a lot. Is this normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My piebald ball python spends a lot of time in the water bowl is this normal

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Answered By Ady Y. Gancz, DVM, ABVP (Avian), ECZM

Veterinarian, Board-certified avian specialist

Published on November 26th, 2017

Hi, Yes this could be normal. Please check him for mites (little parasites that may look like little red dots moving around). If you cannot see many, and assuming that Pie is eating well and shedding regularly there is no cause for concern.

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