garter bites

[Sputnik]

When Zulu bit me, it was just like the tiniest little pinpricks. It didn't hurt at all, though she managed to draw a little drop of blood and it was a bit itchy for a few seconds. I wouldn't want to get bitten again, purely because I'd be concerned that I might injure the snake. It's a reflex to pull away if something lunges at you, but I think it's more of a concern the first time as you are totally unprepared for it.

[Stefan-A]

When Zulu bit me, it was just like the tiniest little pinpricks. It didn't hurt at all, though she managed to draw a little drop of blood and it was a bit itchy for a few seconds.

Reading this, I'm starting to think my snake might actually have bit me once without me noticing it. I mentioned once before that it did strike with its mouth closed, but I felt itching afterwards. Thought it was just my imagination. Didn't see any blood, didn't feel more than a slight bump, wasn't really paying attention.

[Elliot]

The only time I ever get bit is when Stanely gets a little over-enthusiatic when I hand feed him some fish. He doesn't ever clamp down though.

[Lee]

Never been bitten, they can usually tame down without ever getting bit ;*)