When he keeps striking and biting me repeatedly!

At least I know he likes how I taste!


Honestly, I have to go with the instinct thing here. They tolerate us and they can even learn that you handling them does not pose any threat to them. In the end though they would much rather be in a nice comfy hide waiting for their next meal!

Does anyone think the male and female ball pythons have to like each other before doing the dirty deed, or is it just natures call?