I agree. Any new snake is going to be disoriented, & when the snake cruises their new home, that may easily be mistaken for being "friendly & not shy". Since handling is well-known to put stressed snakes off their feed, & since eating is part of staying healthy, I think it's much wiser not to handle them- just let them "settle in" until they've eaten several (like 3) meals at normal intervals without any refusals (unless in shed, then refusing food is normal). Putting a snake's needs first usually pays off- & they're fun to watch anyway.
If you think it's not much fun when you can't handle your snake, think how much LESS fun it will be if they keep refusing food due to stress. In the wild, snakes learn their way around to survive- they have to know where to shelter from heat & cold, & for safety from predators. Imagine how it feels when as "pets" they're suddenly transported & plopped into a new environment- many keep looking for the home they knew previously- which is what you're probably seeing- not sociability. They rely on their instincts- & they need time to feel "safe" in their new home- for best results. Be patient...
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