Quote Originally Posted by Slim View Post
Poseidon, part of being a snake keeper is handling the snake. Now that she's in the tank, I agree that you need to let her settle in and eat a couple of times, but then you really need to get over it and pick her up.

Handling her will be essential for husbandry and maintenance...not to mention they're pretty cool animals to hold.
I know, and agree. I think once I have her in my hands that I'll be totally okay. And I think having an open area to be able to go behind her will make me feel better about picking her up. Just a question though, how do you know if they are turning towards you to strike at you or because they are curious?