This thread is over 5 years old.. Since you went ahead and did some digging I'll offer my 2 cents. Confidence as a handler often plays a role in how snakes behave during handling sessions. Many times I've reached into an enclosure and brought out a "terribly aggressive" snake without so much as a squeak of protest. Then again, I've met snakes that just seem to enjoy ripping me a new one no matter what - take it as you will.