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I'm new to snakes, and wondering if these beauties are good for a beginner. Also, are they pretty calm like corns, or are they high strung, nervous snakes that always bite and musk? Thanks for any help,
Mike

I had boa constrictors about 15 years ago. 2 yrs ago, I got back into snakes and got my first gray. She is puppy dog tame. She is the most awesome snake. I soon bought 4 more, and only 1 has pooped on me, but after a couple of weeks of handling, none of them do it. It is not that bad anyway. You'll get over it. I don't own any, but I hear some cal kings never stop doing it. I would definately recommend a grayband, but make sure it is feeding on pinkies first. They can be stubborn starters on mice. --KINGSNAKEN

Alterna are not the best snakes for beginners for many reasons.
1. Eating Habits
2. Eating Habits
3. Eating Habits

Once you get them eating, they are fabulous animals.
Check the small article out.

http://www.kingsnake.com/alterna/merker.html

Good luck,

Steven