so on the built in feeder box I do believe it is unnecessary as it is not wise to feed directly in the area where you reach in to handle or care for the snake yes it is true that some snakes will never gain a predatory feeding disposition every time the doors or lid is opened but there are more out there that will so why chance it. I also have 3 children and my youngest is almost 6 yrs old and I would hate for an accident to happen if she where standing there at the cage with me and her little hands and fingers began to look like a good meal because I had just opened doors or lifted the lid and fed my snake I always like to air on the side of caution rather than chancing things. That would be like owning a full grown tiger and letting your toddler walk into the pen by themselves and disregarding the fact that the tiger is by nature a predatory animal, then blaming the tiger for hurting your child. Responsible and informed pet owners are always best.
