I don't know much about the Pit group, but if you're looking for a first snake, I would steer away from ball pythons. I'm not knocking the species; they're great snakes. I just wouldn't suggest it for a first snake. As others have said - they can be difficult feeders. Also, they tend to be about as active as a hunk of wood.



If you're looking for a relatively easy keeper, I would recommend a kingsnake (Brooksi, Cal king, Mex. Black king, Eastern king). It's rare for them to miss a meal. They can be a little nippy as babies, but most young snakes will be defensive until they get some size and age on them.



Here's my MAIN 2 cents: snakes are individuals. Don't select/dismiss a species just because you did/didn't like a certain snake.



Good luck!
























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