Just a little update on Rauri, the rescue BCI we are fostering for Becky (SatanicIntention).

His thermal belly burn from that stupid large heat rock is healing beautifully. Thank goodness it was not very advanced when he came to us last week but between the heat rock and a far too wet substrate he was headed for a real problem belly.

Becky, he's a truly lovely snake considering all he's been through. A lot more work to handle than a ball python but his temperment is really perfect!

Rauri, which Becky tells me means "red king", is now in blue but when offered a large rat took it with a very impressive strike response. He's definitely NOT a picky eater LOL.

He's in quarantine from the other snakes but getting handled regularily and out for a good crawl around the enclosed front porch with Mike watching over. What an impressive site he is reclining on the old couch on the porch where apparently any smart BCI goes to enjoy peering out the window LOL.

Thanks again Becky for allowing us to care for your Rauri while he gets back on his feet (scales) in preparation for shipping to his forever home.