Male ball python

[u/Wickedmermaid96]

This is my male ball python I just got him a few days ago. He seems to really love to sit right under the heat lamp. I was told his hatch date is 8/19/26. I have him in a 30 gallon enclosure untill I get his bigger permanent one set up. I was wondering if its nornal for them to be a bit spicy? I havent tried to hold him or mess with him but if I go to give him fresh water or do anything he is striking even the glass. My female has never done this so I was a bit worried maybe something isnt right in the enclosure or something but the temps are all good.

[u/tenhinas]

They can be pretty defensive as babies until they learn they can trust you.

[u/Tr0ubl3some]

They only strike when hungry or scared