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Yeah, there are some other species, of snakes, that are susceptible to going on a fasting period.

I guess Hoggies are one. Although a pair, that I used to have, didn't do that.

Another group, that is susceptible, are those in the pyromelana category. Not all will but there are those who do answer to that internal clock (no matter their temps, lighting, etc.).

Had a pair of Arizona Mountain Kings and, while the male wouldn't go on a definite fast (would just eat, on/off, for a short bit, during winter, before going back to consistent eating again) the female did go on a fast each winter, for a few months, without fail (even without my brumating them). 

Of the species I have, now, only the Balls will go on a fasting period.

Well, sometimes, the Garters will too (though not always).

Anyway ...

Some of the Balls will fast for a short period and some for a longer period.

Then, I do have those Ball Pythons who do not fast consistently, each year, and some who do not fast at all.

Despite being used to it (fasting snakes), and though I know they will be fine, etc., I still dislike it very much.

However, love the snakes ... so gotta take the good with the bad.