Posted by:
Herpquest
at Sun Feb 15 17:41:20 2004 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by Herpquest ]
It doesn't make any difference whether the baby comes from a gravid import, is captive hatched, or from a captive bred parent; all ball pythons have different 'personalities'. Some may be completely 'layed back' - nothing phases them, or up-tight and strike at anything that moves. Some remain very cautious and try to get away from anything that disturbs them, even a live fluff in some instances! The safe handling of a snake depends upon how the keeper approaches the animal, move your hand directly towards the head, and the snake will see radiated heat - likelyhood - a bite! Approach the snake cautiously from the side and lift the snake at it's mid-section, without squeezing, and the likelyhood is that the snake will accept being lifted and enjoy the warmth of your hands.
Personally, I do not handle my snakes more than I need to. I don't see them as toys to be played with!
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