Ball Python bit without striking first

[Skyrivers]

So just tried to take him out to feed him and he bit me almost immediately -_- I'm afraid the taste of human blood has turned my friendly little guy to a meanie

Even made sure to clean my hands up to my elbows

He is not mean. He thinks you are into BDSM.

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Am I the only one who sometimes wishes I could play with my snakes the way we play with dogs, cats, ferrets, etc... just some gentle rough housing and a few play bites?? Maybe a little tug-of-war, chase the toy, etc...Hahaha!!
I said that to my girlfriend a while back and she looked at me like I had 7 heads!!
Maybe it is just me??

This.