Hi everyone, I’ve been doing some research on MBK’s as I was looking to get one in the near future. I found some great care sheets for husbandry and feeding. One thing I couldn’t find much about was handling. I’ve read that younger ones can be more defensive and will musk and defecate...all that good stuff..., and that overtime they will tolerate handling a lot better. I was hoping I could get some advice on specific tricks or techniques when dealing with a defensive mbk.

I’ve have some experience with bps and I know that covering their head can get them out of a defensive mode. Is there something similar with MBK’s?

I’m also curious about what handling is like. Bps are like sloth noodles lol. How much faster do these guys really move? And what type of handling techniques should I be using to provide them with proper support?

Lastly, I read that MBK’s need a basking spot. Is under tank heat required as well? Or is that like a more optional thing?