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12-05-03, 03:08 AM
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Location: utah
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what to get?
I'm new to snakes and don't know what kind to get. Want something thats under 150.00, nice temperment, 5-7 feet, easy, and I'd like it to eat frozen. Any suggestions are appreciated. Thank you.
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12-05-03, 03:32 AM
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Location: Manitoba
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Hmmm... tough call. A few questions for you....
Do you like boids (pythons and boas) or colubrids (Kingsnakes/milksnakes, corns and etc)?
Do you have any experience keeping snakes?
Do you want something that will be "tame"?
Any particular type that you like so far?
Really tough to say what you "should" get. There are tons of awesome snakes that meet all of your criteria. 
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12-05-03, 07:43 AM
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Location: manassas virginia (USA)
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you also need to consider funds, some snakes have high requirements, and cost more to keep than a lower requirement snake.
i would say any king, or corn is good. boids i would stick to balls for now. any one alse who can help?
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12-05-03, 08:31 AM
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I've heard good things about Rosy Boa's as a first good snake.
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12-06-03, 12:37 AM
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Rosys are something I've considered but want something bigger I think. I've seen many milks and kings I like, Pueblan milk, albino neilsonii, blair's phase greybanded king, etc. I do definately want a tame snake. I'm just exploring options right now, although I definately don not want a ball python, everyone has those, I'd like something somewhat unique. Thanks again.
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12-07-03, 09:27 PM
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Location: manassas virginia (USA)
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what about a hognose, they get up to three feet, and almost NO ONE has one. including me, BUUT im workin on that
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12-07-03, 09:33 PM
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andean milks, black king
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12-07-03, 11:18 PM
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what about black phase potosi king snakes? Can you get me some information on them? Good or bad idea?
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12-08-03, 11:35 AM
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Could also get a Mexican Black Kingsnake...they're gorgeous
Jenn
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12-10-03, 01:08 AM
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Location: Sutton and Toronto, Ont
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I agree with the previous writer...when it comes to overall handling and outright beauty, one of the best choices for a first timer is the Mexican Black King.
The benefits of this choice are:
1) they're typically very calm
2) they're excellent eaters (rats are no prob)
3) they are the perfect size (females get longer/bulkier)
4) they are from dry climates, which is good for the newcomer as they seem to be able to withstand the forgetfulness of a new owner with regard to the water dish.
5) When I heard the monicker " poor mans Indigo" I had to have one .... 4.5 feet later, no regrets. It's the only snake I owne that I can say for sure will never be sold.
Anyway, good luck my on your decision my friend... but whatever you agree on, dont forget to have the heat pad ready and lots of rodents in waiting.
OWN: 0.1 Mex. Black King, 1.2 50/50 Cal king, 1.1. CBI, 0.1 JCP, 1.1 Borneo Bloods, 1.5 Leos, 1.0 Golden Retriever, 1.0 Tom Cat
Last edited by Tom Cat; 12-10-03 at 01:29 AM..
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12-10-03, 01:31 PM
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What about a rat snake? Those are cool and they are pretty tame, even WC. Also, they can get pretty big...
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12-15-03, 04:23 PM
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Location: Alabama
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I started with a bp. No doubt I love her but if I had it to do again, I wouldn't go with a bp. I'm getting a pair of corn snakes saturday and in february I should have my hognose. The hognose are very entertaining snakes. The flatten their neck into a semi-hood like a cobra but are very reluctant to bite. Let us know what you decide!
Denise
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12-16-03, 03:44 AM
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Ok, after some looking and research I'm leaning toward a pueblan milk, brb, potosi king, or rosy boa. Man, this is tough!! Thanks for your help everyone. Now I only wish I didn't still live with my parents, then I could get one of each of them! :-)
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12-16-03, 08:44 AM
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a ball python like everyone else said is a good starter, but be wary that they often stop feeding
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12-16-03, 04:50 PM
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i agree
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