calmest and easiest snake to look after?
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benjamind2010
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I'll second whoever said womas were great snakes. The ones I used to keep had wonderful personalities, never aggressive, always calm yet inquisitive and curious...except at feeding time, and it was best to just quickly open the door, put the rat down, and close the door...in the space of about half a second before those golden serpents realize you've got something for them to eat 
saximus
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Haha I was wondering where you guys were hiding. Womas are usually one of the first suggestions
BurtonReptiles
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thanks mate how long you keep them in these size cages?
As long as you want. Just keep buying a bigger tub as the snake grows. I know people that keep and breed adult snakes in tubs alone.
BurtonReptiles
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wow that cool they dont need uv and heat lamps?
Most species don't need uv. Just use a heat mat under the tub.
Carnelian
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Definitely a Woma, gorgeous creature. I can't say they have loads of character as yet 'cause our little guy is soooo placid.
Just_Plain_Nuts
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You can pretty much get any snake you want as a first timer, except I would cross venomous ones and scrubbies off that list because of their obvious danger. Some snakes have a bit of a snappy reputation but from my experience I have seen exceptions to all these. I have seen super snappy jungles and dead calm ones, super vicious darwins and really friendly ones. Just pick a snake you like the size and look of and find one that handles well. This will give you the best indication as far as friendliness goes. It is best to go for yearlings in my opinion as they are usually over their snappiness and you get a better idea of their adult colours. Most people will recommend an Anteresia as a first because they are small but i'm sorry I have to disagree. If you pick a snake you like even if its a big one it will take at least a few years to reach that size by which you will be completely comfortable with it and no longer a beginner.
moosenoose
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Totally agree with everything you've said.
It really depends on how you treat the animal, and the amount of time and patience you give it. My tamest carpet is my Darwin python. They seem to have a pretty bad reputation, along with jungles, as a snappy, untrustworthy snake. For a period of time when he was younger I thought that was exactly the case. He is now 6.5ft long, and the most gentle, well-mannered and placid snake you're ever likely to meet.
Dodge the vens, dodge the scrubs and go for whatever you like. No doubt for a period of time you're going to cop a few nibbles from time to time
BurtonReptiles
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FusionMorelia
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if you want a jungle go see Colin(mod here) hes got some bloody rippers
BurtonReptiles
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Thanks mate I sus it
SpilotaFreak78
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They say that juvenile Coastals are supposed to be snappy but mine is somewhat docile
Boidae
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As said before, most snakes (except GTP'S) are all relatively easy to look after. But the easiest snake to look after would probably be the Murray Darling, they are as bulletproof as snakes get. Whats more they are easy to breed, they get to a nice size and are usually very good feeders.
In terms of temperament however, I have seen absoulte angels of Waters (Im holding one) and absolutely psycho Bredlis and Murray Darlings. You cannot get a certain species of snake which is guarenteed to be tame. Again as mentioned before, pick a breed that you like the look of, and shop around until you find one with a nice temperament.
Any snake would make a good starter as long as you do your research first! Mine was an Olive
Good luck
In terms of temperament however, I have seen absoulte angels of Waters (Im holding one) and absolutely psycho Bredlis and Murray Darlings. You cannot get a certain species of snake which is guarenteed to be tame. Again as mentioned before, pick a breed that you like the look of, and shop around until you find one with a nice temperament.
Any snake would make a good starter as long as you do your research first! Mine was an Olive
Good luck
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Chris
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LOL... I'm glad I didn't read this thread when I was looking into my first purchase... is there a species that hasn't yet been suggested
Just to add to the confusion, I lost my python virginity to a Jungle
Just to add to the confusion, I lost my python virginity to a Jungle
snakeluvver
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Theres no nice docile species, it depends on the individual. Stop suggesting species, most of them are good except the very large snakes (scrubbies and olives) and probably GTP's. Spotteds, for instance, arent more docile than, say, carpets. Just SOME spotteds are more docile than carpets, as SOME carpets are more docile than spotteds. Just get any python you like the look of.
$NaKe PiMp
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docile is very boring
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