New RB, Big oops!

[Snakesitter]

Sorry to hear about your situation. A few thoughts:

1. Remove *all* tape. Trust me, you do not want to go there.

2. Leave water dishes out. Rainbows need regular access or they will dehydrate and die.

3. Escapees typically don't go far. Something small and secure and nearby was likely the first choice.

4. If you have any furry pets, watch their behavior. Cats can be lethal for small snakes.

5. Do not give up. A friend left a baby drawer open several months back, and I and another friend tore the house apart with no success. Yet the baby appeared two days later during feeding day, peering up from the floor as if to ask where her portion was?

6. Be cautious of breeders who create intergrades. They are a *terrible* idea. I'm glad this one found a good home with you, but if they become common they will beyond any doubt cause bloodline problems for the general population of both species.

Good luck!