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Hi, I read through this post and had just a few comments. One I think balls are a good choice my first snake was a ball about 8 years ago and I still have him.
Now as for the large enclosure there are several things to consider. First off Glass is a bad choice for ball pythons they are shy animals so the more you can see them the more stressed they are. So even with heat/humidity problems aside that’s the main reason it seems to be not the best choice. With all that said my male who was around 3 when I got him and I have had him for 8 years has always lived in a 4x1.5x1.5 Glass aquarium. Only last week did I finally move him into something better suited not for his health but simply because its a waste of a beautiful terrarium. 99% of his time was spent in his hide. That is just there nature.
From what I have read in your posts I would suggest you consider an IJ Carpet Python rather then a ball python. Although balls are amazing animals, they make HORRIBLE display animals. They are one of my favorites but no matter what you house him/her in you will never see it because they love to hide. A few months ago I picked up my first carpet. And he is amazing. He is always out in sight and most of the time perched in clear site. They also remain a manageable size and can come in some stunning colors. But the main advantage is they make great display animals so you can see them without taking them out unlike ball pythons. If you have your heart set on ball pythons then I would suggest you go with a plastic container even if you go with glass to avoid stress you will have to provide several hides and will never see your ball any way. But if not look into an IJ carpet I think in the end you will be much more pleased with the purchase.
No matter what species you chose if you use glass provide plenty of hiding areas so the snake can retreat if it feels the need too.
Either way, good luck.
Devon
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