| IMO the first question asked should be what you want long term. If you don't want something that is going to grow 6-10 feet long, then go the children's variety. If adult size is not a problem, then from my experience, I'd say go for a Bredli. We have a few different species now, and my favorites are the Bredlies and the BHP. They are so placid and gentle, with curious natures.
But I have to concur with Inkslinger... don't go for the hatchies. If you aim for a snake that is between 6-12 months, you don't have to worry about feeding, shedding, handling. This is already done for you, and the snake has an established pattern so to speak. I've had the hatchie with feeding problems, and the hatchie with handling problems. It's not fun, too much worry and I don't like being bitten!
You want your first snake to be fun and enjoyable. Not a daunting task for the first few months of owning it. I'd say for the species.. entirely up to the person buying it, but I'd have to advise to go for the older snake, not a hatchie.
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