I think the human being brain is pre-wired to not want to get bit by a snake. I've been bit by dogs, cats, rats, babies, daughters, etc. and all of those bites hurt a lot more than a snake bite. Why, then, the subconscious reaction to getting bit by a snake? I have no clue. You should let your little YB get you once or twice. Maybe when your brain registers that it's really no big deal, you won't have that reaction?
I Get it, but it's real important to not be scared of these animals if you are going to keep them and care for them. It takes a ton of fun out of owning them. Babies, btw. are typically more nippy than adults. My big ones never strike (except my spider guy when he's in shed, but that's normal) He'll probably grow out of it. Also, once you have them in hand, they don't typically bite. That thing about your male spider is weird. Maybe your finger smelled like a rat?
Good luck
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