My 8 yr old son for his birthday... We currently have a Mountain Horned Dragon named Spike that all 3 kids do very well with. They like to hand feed him. We always was hands after handling the lizard.

My son wants a snake for his birthday. (I like the idea because I've always wanted a snake.) I've looked into several and am leaning toward a corn, a milk, or a ball python. We really like the bright colors we've seen on the corns.

Here is where I need the help. Should I go with the slower python? Might be easier for the kids to handle. Or go with the faster moving corn. I've heard corns are great starters.

I will be the primary caretaker of the snake, and the kids will only handle it under supervision. As much for the safety of the snake as the kids. Planning on getting a cage with a padlock (hopefully it will deter any invasions from small hands).

My main concern is temperament. I want something that will eventually be calm, and easy to handle.

Any advice is welcome.

Thanks,
Circe

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