I couldn't agree more with what everybody has said so far.

I breed corn snakes myself, but I always browse around the ball python forums, too.

This is the first year I bred my corns and I have two decent clutches in my incubator and one not so great clutch. I'm not doing it to make a ton of money. Just about anything I make from these eggs will pretty much go to purchase mice, bedding, water dishes, etc. And then in the end, I may have a little left over to pick up another snake or two. I have no dreams of striking it rich with them. I love the snakes and their various morphs. And that's what I'm looking forward to. As was said previously, its like waiting for Christmas!

I may even end up seeing if any of the local schools would like a snake donated for educational purposes. Because yes, I do have room for all of the expected hatchlings that are on their way, but do not want to add 20 new snakes every year. The expenses would add up exponentially. Plus, it would also help kids learn properly about snakes instead of the usual "snakes are dangerous just leave them alone."

Just do it because you enjoy doing it. That's what a hobby is. I've never found any hobby that will make you rich really. Hobbies are supposed to be money pits, aren't they? =D

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