Quote Originally Posted by syvil View Post
I'm assuming this is because he's in his new habitat, hungry and still nervous with me. He didn't latch on... just a quick bite and release.
Those are defensive strikes... BPs are a shy snake.

All hail the teeth! He is just letting you know to take it slow and let him acclimate. They have limited means of communicating.

He is not going to mistake you for food...

Welcome to the site, and to the world of BPs. They are a great snake to have around.

Bruce