First no matter how docile...when you reach in to pick up your snake be it hatchling,juvie, or adult...keep in mind that you are a 1000 times their size and a potential predator in their eyes.
Even the "tamest" snake can have an off day and be cranky...
we do.
When a hatchling or juvie poses defensively most of the time they "bluff strike"..mouth is not even open..they just bump you..you want to see a ornery baby try a texas rat or black rat.LOL They strike mouth wide open.
Take a hit and find out...it doesn't hurt at all..more damage occurs from a kitten. Startling is a better description.
If you have one no doubt in the future you will have more...just the way it goes. Get used to aggression.. you will see it again.
Feeding in racks does not bring this about..just think about it could the professional who raises 3,000-4,000 snakes a year possibly take each one out and feed it in a different container?
The hatchlings they sell are fine.
Just my opinion
Nancy
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Some of my best friends are snakes
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