Feeding behavior

[humpee316]

My BP is almost 11 months and weighs 510g. He just went to weekly feedings and has never missed one (5 days up to 500g) until last night. Last night he seemed interested in the live small rat, but too scared to take the initiative and strike. I tried leaving his hide in and letting him hunt from there, I tried exposing him, I tried corralling the rat, yet every time the rat made any sudden exploratory moves, my BP would coil up and hide. I have never had to stun them before and don't know how he'd react to that. I prefer to let him hut somewhat naturally, but I don't want to leave the rat in there unattended. I have tried twice feeding him f/t, yet he shows absolutely no interest then. His temps are 92-93 hot and 82-83 cool with 57% or so humidity, and he is in a 20 gal long tank. Any ideas? How long before I should try to feed him again?

Thanks!!

BPQueen

Did you feed him mice before rats?..He might be more responsive if you try an adult mouse.mirght be worth a try