Honestly? It happens. (Well, hopefully not on your face ever again)My "giant" and oh so intimidating 200 gm BEL decided my hand looked like a tasty rat when I was trying to get my dad and stepmom to warm up to snakes. 😂 And she wouldn't let go!
It sounds like you've taken this in stride and are using it as a good learning experience, which is all you can really do.