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Feeding question

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  • 03-10-2010, 05:47 PM
    rockwithsunglasses
    Feeding question
    I heard that if I feed my ball python in their tank then they will start to think that me reaching my hand in is food and might bite me and I can avoid this by feeding them in a separate container, so
    Should I feed my ball python in their tank or in a separate container?
    Or will it not make a difference?
  • 03-10-2010, 05:51 PM
    stratus_020202
    Re: Feeding question
    It's a myth. They hunt by smell, so unless you have been rolling around in rodent poo, you should be fine. I feed all 8 of mine in their tubs, and no problems ever. :) There are people who do feed in seperate tubs, but I think it's less stressful to feed in their enclosure.

    You really shouldn't handle within 48 hrs of eating. Unless its just a quick move, but is still stressful. They could (small chance, but still a chance) regurgitate. That's bad.

    You can always wear gloves if it makes you feel safer :)
  • 03-10-2010, 05:53 PM
    rockwithsunglasses
    Re: Feeding question
    Okay thank you.
    I thought it sounded like a myth but I just wanted to make sure.:)
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