@ VelkynKarma- the longer you keep snakes, the more variations you'll see. Some snakes are more predictable than others, but very few seem to have "read the manual", much less signed off on "the rules" (our expectations)-
You're correct, many are very "shy" about being watched- that's instinctive, because snakes are at risk of being the PREY for other animals while they're distracted & slowed down when eating a meal. With BPs, it often helps to feed in the evenings (after dark, dim the room light) & try not to be very noticeable. The more comfortable (ie. SAFE) they feel, the faster they usually eat.
Practice usually improves things- both for us and for them. You'll get better at reading your snake, & he'll get a little braver in your presence, finally realizing you're not a predator that he has to worry about.(You didn't know you're "scary", did you? LOL)
If our arms get tired waiting for our snakes & while we're trying to be invisible, it's probably 'cause we're out of shape...So for that,
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