So I just brought home my new BP he (I think its a he) is very docile I have handled him three times once at petsmart, once to put him in his new tank and I did hold him yesterday (I know I need to let him get used to his new surrondings first but I was very excited) However I do have some concerns I think he may have mites I did see a little black bug on his face which I read they stay around the face because the snakes will go into the water to drowned mites leaving their faces above water. I have seen hime go into the water once since bringing hime home (he was in the water when I purchased him from the store.) other that that he has stayed in the side of the tank without the lamp under his hide. his temperature is 85 and his humidity is at the lower end 30%. he did come out for awhile this morning and lie on top of his hide. I don't know what I should do for mites I know I need to call the store. I do not want to replace this snake and cause him more stress besides that I am allready attached he is just so cute and sweet. Is there a simple way of ridding him from mites? What should I do (I would rather more experienced advice rather than the store associates at petsmart who may not be as knowledgeable as owners.

Also some general body behaviors that I am curious about. when I held him yesterday he was rather calm and just looking about the place but he kept trying to raise up towards my face from my hands (I was sitting in my chair and had him cradled in my left hand towards my lap.) he didnt seem frighten but rather curious. but for me his approaching my face made me nervous i kept gently moving him back down. is this a normal behavior for them wanting to be up higher? he never made an S like he was going to strike and he moved rather slowly so i dont feel i should have been thretend. was this him being curious and exploring or is the face a place for an attack? I know with dogs they attack at the face or throat and i have been attacked by a stray dog there before so i think thats waht made me nervous. so I am just curious if it holds any significants to him or if I am just being silly.

After he gets used to his surroundings how often do BP come out from their hides? Does it depend on their personality how often they come out or do they just like to stay hidden all the time? What are things that BP like to do while being held? I am certian that that is something that depends on personality but I would like to know what you do with your snakes that may be enjoyable to them so i can give him the best experience and home life.

Thank you for reading I look forward to your replies!