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    Re: Does anyone here keep Olive Pythons?

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    ... She seems agitated when I mist the enclosure but I'll consider it as a tool and may try it. Thanks
    I'd imagine that's because the spray touches her body in many places at once- causing a defensive reaction to "the unknown threat". Try narrowing the spray & aim for the face- more like a drinking fountain.

    Another way I communicate with snakes is to offer something with my scent on it. (& make sure there's no scent of prey, haha!) You wouldn't want to use any fabric that snake teeth would hang up on too much- I'm thinking more along the lines of the sleeve (cuff) of a heavy jacket (make of densely woven fabric) that you impart your scent to first- rub it on your hair & hands. Many "enthused" snakes back off once they get our (yucky!) scent instead of what they're hoping for.

    Just another way to signal to a snake. Or instead of your scent on that sleeve, use something harmless but repulsive to them. (like a bit of vinegar, etc.) Have fun-
    Rudeness is the weak man's imitation of strength.
    Eric Hoffer (1902 - 1983)

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