100% this. And it isn't always obvious either. Can take years and you'll still second guess what you may be seeing!Originally Posted by Bogertophis
Right now, as I type this, my enchi pin is giving me the indicators that she is eager for food and it's just passed 09.00 am. This ties in to her shedding just two days ago, but I want to weigh her today so she won't have her meal tonight (although she will eat the same day she's handled as I've mistakenly discovered in the past, but I tend not handle on feeding days).
I also prefer to feed on Saturday or Sunday evenings.
And on top of this, my chocolate (bell line) male is an extremely shy eater and doesn't give any seemingly obvious indicators that he's hunting for food. If I get him to strike and constrict, it's a bonus, but he generally prefers the prey left overnight and you just cross your fingers you come down to an rat free home the next morning.
So two examples at completely opposite ends of the spectrum for you to consider.
Personally, if I was in your position right now, I would seriously contemplate force feeding for the animals own welfare now, just to get the nutrients into the body.
But I would also like to stress that I only have a fraction of the experience that other here do, and you've already been advised by some very knowledgeable keepers.
It will ultimately come down to what you decide is the right course of action at the right time.
Good luck, I hope his eating kicks in for you soon. My biggest worry is when they go off eating, and BP's are notorious for it!
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