Hey all,
Just a query as to if anyone can shed some light on my problem.
My female water python Pandora.
Is 7 yrs old and a large 8ft robust girl.
Feeding now on large rats monthly. I have had her since a hatchling, and she has always been an amazing handler.
(taking her to schools and kindergatens etc, for reptile education days and displays)
She was by no means ever territorial or cage defensive up until 2 mnths ago. When I copped a nice bite.(not during a feed either, just my regular enclosure maintenance)
As I work with and look after roughly 30 snakes for a living.
I obviously get bitten every now and again,(just part of the job)
I have never needed to hook her, as she just comes out and up my arm of her own will.
I now however cannot even pass the enclosure without her striking. Gone are the days of my docile girl.
Healthwise she is in excellent condition, and previous to this, under my supervision was handled by my son also....
Does anyone have any ideas....??????
She has never shown any agression before, simply a gentle giant.
When fed she will not even strike her rat, as she prefers to dine in private.
Just a query as to if anyone can shed some light on my problem.
My female water python Pandora.
Is 7 yrs old and a large 8ft robust girl.
Feeding now on large rats monthly. I have had her since a hatchling, and she has always been an amazing handler.
(taking her to schools and kindergatens etc, for reptile education days and displays)
She was by no means ever territorial or cage defensive up until 2 mnths ago. When I copped a nice bite.(not during a feed either, just my regular enclosure maintenance)
As I work with and look after roughly 30 snakes for a living.
I obviously get bitten every now and again,(just part of the job)
I have never needed to hook her, as she just comes out and up my arm of her own will.
I now however cannot even pass the enclosure without her striking. Gone are the days of my docile girl.
Healthwise she is in excellent condition, and previous to this, under my supervision was handled by my son also....
Does anyone have any ideas....??????
She has never shown any agression before, simply a gentle giant.
When fed she will not even strike her rat, as she prefers to dine in private.