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14 week old feeding question please

habistatman

habistatman

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I am feeding 1 pinkie every 6 days which is going well. The only thing is she wont eat unless she is covered in the container and its in darkness.
Anyone else found this and is it something she is going to grow out of as she gets older.

Many thanks

Habistatman
 
They do have their little foibles and preferences - one of the joys of Corn ownership! It might be something that persists, but she might also get a bit braver as she grows.

It's just the instinct to stay out of sight of things that might eat her. If she was out in the wild, she'd be especially vulnerable to predators whilst swallowing, as she wouldn't be so mobile.
 
I have a few snakes who require to be covered to eat. Your snake might become more comfortable, but maybe not.
 
bitsy said:
They do have their little foibles and preferences - one of the joys of Corn ownership! It might be something that persists, but she might also get a bit braver as she grows.

It's just the instinct to stay out of sight of things that might eat her. If she was out in the wild, she'd be especially vulnerable to predators whilst swallowing, as she wouldn't be so mobile.
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It really is strange as she is the most outgoing snake and comes to the front of the viv to be handled, figure that one out.

Regards

Habistatman
 
I guess she just has very well developed survival instincts when she eats!
 
habistatman said:
I am feeding 1 pinkie every 6 days which is going well. The only thing is she wont eat unless she is covered in the container and its in darkness.
Anyone else found this and is it something she is going to grow out of as she gets older.

Many thanks

Habistatman
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She ate today without being covered, well pleased, lets hope it continues,

Kindest regards

Habistatman
 
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