Another reason some snakes do this is that they are aware that they're being watched & they need privacy. Snakes in the wild are under pressure to survive, &Originally Posted by Maybeka
when they are temporarily involved with swallowing a meal, they are at increased risk from predators that could prey upon them. Our pets have no way of really
knowing they are safe with us as they eat and many respond by choosing to hide rather than risk exposure as some "big unknown monster" is lurking nearby.
Remember that they do not recognize us visually...they know something is there, but without our scent & touch, they don't know for sure & some won't chance it.
I've had some snakes over the years that once they took the rodent from my tongs, I've had to stand completely still or they'd drop it & flee for safety.Many
only do this for a while & then finally learn to relax, but it's no fun playing ninja meanwhile. It's typical for new acquisitions.
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