Hello, everyone! New here and very new owner of a 1 year old BP. I got it from a friend who passed away so he’s sentimental. I’m definitely an amateur and very timid with Link. He hides in his humidity box that’s full of moss, which I know is warm and cozy buuuut he pooped in it so I need to clean him and the box. Thing is, when I reach in to get him he puffs air at me. Not a hiss, but a very noticeable forcing out of air. I don’t want to get bitten but I don’t want him dirty! I want a happy snake and I don’t want to worry about him laying in his own waste.

I also have a blue light for the day time which is way too bright and is possibly stressing him out. What are the best heating elements that don’t give off so much light? I do have a stick on heating pad on the side and 2 lamps, one for day, and a red one for night.

I’d appreciate any and all suggestions and advice!