Confusing BP aggression?

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Originally Posted by Deland352

i have regulated the heat mat temp and he is still very aggressive.

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For starters, it's only been two days since you first posted, so he hasn't had time to adjust to his new temps and settle in. Second, how big is he (in grams)? Why do you say the 20gal is too big? He sounds like he was more comfortable in the smaller enclosure. Also, what do you mean by "good sized" in reference to his hide? Does he have more than one? Although the UTH definitely needed to be regulated, I think your main issue is that he feels insecure. You mentioned your self that he was striking defensively. Can you post pics of him in his enclosure so we can see how you have it set up?

Aclamate (terrible speller sorry if it is wrong) him! Since he's being defensive I would suggest a week and a half if not two weeks since he just ate. Also, since he isn't used to being handled and he's used to being studded out it may take him a while to being a family pet. Just take your time with him he has gone through A LOT the past few weeks from what you've told us. Don't think of this as bringing a pet home, think of this as a rehabilitation and resituation of his mindset. He isn't broken, I'm not saying that at all, it's just a new chapter in his life and he needs some down time. Hope all goes well and good luck!!!

My bumblebee does just fine in his 20 gallon tank.

These things don't happen over night. As everyone has said, leave him alone for a week at minimum.