Thanks alot that is such a relief! Here is a picture of his tank, it is very quiet because I live with a roomate in a 2 bedroom apartment. we both work full time so there is no constant day traffic in the house. I have fed him twice since i got him and he is very interested when i drop a mouse in. He eats it with no hesitation. I will continue to hold hime for 10-15 minutes every other day and see if he gets more comfortable. I guess he is still adjusting to his new habitat becuase I have only had him for a couple weeks.