Sometimes thinking outside the box is a VERY good thing LOL. Sounds like you figured out what would trigger this particular snake to feel comfortable enough to hunt. Good for you!
I've had bp's that were so stuffed into their hides that it basically sat on their back (we call them "snurtles"). I figured they needed a bigger hide but for some of them, that new bigger hide was just not right and they went off feed and just acted all out of sorts. Give them back their ridiculously too small but favored hide and bingo....back to normal activities. Some snakes are just plain goofy!![]()