Re: The last python is in captivity, the forum is at peace... Zebes update thread
Originally Posted by Bogertophis
No, it's not out of spite- it's instinctive that they avoid eating "in public" -out in the open is where they're easily prey for other predators, especially when their mouth is occupied with swallowing a meal- they're basically defenseless- and they're also slowed down with a meal on board- so escape is far less likely to happen. You just have a smart snake- don't take it personal.
It was a joke, I know why he does it. I just think it's funny the extreme lengths he in particular will go, while my corn ate right in front of me without a care in the world for his very first meal with me.