Feeding question

[rockwithsunglasses]

I heard that if I feed my ball python in their tank then they will start to think that me reaching my hand in is food and might bite me and I can avoid this by feeding them in a separate container, so
Should I feed my ball python in their tank or in a separate container?
Or will it not make a difference?

[stratus_020202]

It's a myth. They hunt by smell, so unless you have been rolling around in rodent poo, you should be fine. I feed all 8 of mine in their tubs, and no problems ever. There are people who do feed in seperate tubs, but I think it's less stressful to feed in their enclosure.

You really shouldn't handle within 48 hrs of eating. Unless its just a quick move, but is still stressful. They could (small chance, but still a chance) regurgitate. That's bad.

You can always wear gloves if it makes you feel safer

[rockwithsunglasses]

Okay thank you.
I thought it sounded like a myth but I just wanted to make sure.