How long should handling be avoided after a Woma Python successfully consumes a meal?
Answer
For several days
Handling Woma Pythons must be strategically timed to protect both the snake's digestive health and the keeper's safety. Following a successful feed, keepers are explicitly advised to postpone handling the snake for several days. This period allows the animal the necessary time and stability to fully process the meal without the stress or physical movement induced by handling, which could otherwise disrupt digestion. Furthermore, handling must also be avoided entirely when the snake is approaching a shed cycle, which is visually indicated when the snake's eyes appear "milky," as this is another high-stress period for the animal.
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