Well, everyone has their own opinions. I'd suggest the smaller pythons - Children's, Savu, spotted, or Stimson's (or anthills if you want to drop some big $$). The liasis (Savu) are terrific eaters, but can be a bit nippy when they are in their cage at a young age. Not a big deal, as they become more docile as soon as you get them picked up. Plus they stay small (3-5 ft adults). Plus you get to seem them gradually change color from orange to almost black as they get older.



And the antaresia pythons are VERY docile and also stay small. Personally, I'd go with any these over a ball python just because they don't go on hunger strikes like the balls are notorious for doing.



The Savu is my first snake, and she's been a joy to have. Even for a total noob like me, she's been easy to handle. Plus Savus are semi-arboreal, so every night she comes out and perches, making for some excellent viewing.



-Imp

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