Quote Originally Posted by RRivera View Post
wow ok I actually have handled it about 3-4 times since getting it thinking that the more i would handle the more it would get used to it. It can be that my husbandry isnt setup right. I cant post attachments but i can try to explain it. I have a bonsai tree type thing on the right side of the tank as its home with the thermomat for heat since i cant keep the temp high enough. The left side has a tree stump for cover with a palm tree. I also have aspen for bedding with a bit of green moss to keep some humidity. Temerature is at 73-75 and humidity is about 60.
Too much handling in the beginning can cause the snake to stress and not want to eat, leaving him alone for a while is a good practice. From what i can tell with most people they leave their python for atleast 2-3 consistant feedings before even starting to handle the python for short periods. Also, is that the ambient temp, or just the cool side or...? Getting a proper temp for both the hot, cold, and ambient would help a lot.