Most Rewarding Snake I’ve Kept
Got my big girl Lumi from NARBC Tinley this year. She is my first and only Blood. Upon purchase she was being sold as a proven breeder but I fell in love with her size and pattern (Martyr Stripe). As someone who only keeps snakes as pets I figured I’d retire her from the breeding game and give her a good home. Once I got her home and took her out to put her in her quarantine time setup I knew I was in for a ride. She tried tagging me about ten times and fought me tooth and nail. Everytime I’d go her enclosure to clean it change her water she would try tagging me. Just as I was getting discouraged she became a big ol lap snake. Took time to gain her trust and get her to calm down but I wouldn’t change that for the world I have so much respect for these amazing snakes. As long as you show these animals respect and care you will get it in return.
(Apologies for the mid shed picture, she decided to leave me a big ol stinky present in her enclosure. Took the opportunity to do a photo shoot)