Ergot, first of all thank you for your comments. The purpose of waiting is multifaceted. Primarily, to give the reptile the benefit of the possibility he’s just not hungry. Secondly, he may not desire the prey that’s being offered because it’s not presented properly or just because his interest and feeding response hasn’t been triggered. Also, he may be in a breeding mode where he’s really not interested in feeding. Then again, maybe he’s approaching the 1000 gm. wall where refusing to feed is common behavior in some reptiles. Another thing is maybe the animal is ill and has become anorexic. The possibilities are many, and because it’s the first you’re hearing of it doesn’t mean that it’s unheard of! And that it’s not sound reputable advice.Originally Posted by Ergot
Me three?
I've had my first two BP for just over a month now, female has eaten 3/4 times offered and the male 0/4...so I'd like to give this a shot; water cools down SO FAST as well.
What's the purpose of waiting longer between offering if a BP refuses? I'm still learning and this is the first I've heard of this! If I normally feed once every 7 days, if they refuse I wait 14 or something?
GL OP, hope that beauty eats for you soon!
Stay in peace and not pieces.
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