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Originally Posted by Bung-Eye  Hey people. I'm just about a week and a half to two weeks away from getting my first snake. Have loved snakes all my life, but unfortunately haven't ever been in a situation where i've been able to own my own (read: family & ex had huge morbid fears of snakes).
Anyway I'd pretty much made up my mind that I wanted a diamond python or a bredli. I only discovered this site maybe a week or two ago, and since finding it have spent many hours browsing the forums for information ultimately leaving me with a few questions before I pick out my new family member.
I know the two are great pets etc, which in your opinion is a better snake for a complete beginner? As stated i've never owned herps before, and would like a relatively "low maintenance" snake for my first shot so I can get it right; wouldn't want to hurt the little guy!
Open to other suggestions, however not particularly interested in antaresia's.. (stimpsons, spotteds etc)
Also:
How long (typically) does the shedding process take? I've learned that their eyes turn kind of milky and they will be off food? can anyone confirm this?
Thanks
-Bung |
Both species are great snakes to own and both have there faults. As a beginner I would say Bredli, they are a lovely snake, very realiable feeder. Diamonds are also nice and can easily be kept but you would be better off getting a little more experienced first and save yourself drama's down the track (I'm sure you'll have many more snakes to come after this one
). As for shedding well first they go dull (can last a week or so) then there eye's go cloudy (this lasts a couple of days) then there eye's will go clear again and then ruffly a few days later they shed. I haven't given exact dates as each snake depending on a few things may differ. Make sure you show pics once you get your new snake
