Rescue situation, newer keeper

[Bogertophis]

Allowing a snake that quite possibly still has mites outside is very troubling. Snake mites are spreading worldwide (and are still not conclusively known to have invaded all US states), and it is entirely the fault of captive snake keepers.

Agree x 1000 Just what wildlife needs is another health issue to hasten their demise. Without help, mites kill snakes.

Not to mention the stress & confusion for a snake that only JUST ate for the first time for the OP. Not what I'd have done.