Which one should I get… bull snake or ball python?

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Hi everyone, I’m 14 and looking to get my first snake. I’ve never owned one before, and I’m trying to decide between a bull snake and a ball python. I have a 48 x 24 x 20.5 inch tank ready. My mom says it has to eat frozen-thawed food. Which one would you recommend for a beginner?

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I have a ball python, and I love her. She’s super calm and likes hanging out with us. I think they make awesome pets.

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I’d recommend a ball python for sure. They’re really great, and even my 7-year-old can handle them without any issues. I had one myself when I was 9, and they’re so easy to tame even if they’re a little aggressive at first.

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I’m not the biggest fan of ball pythons, so I’d say go for a bull snake. They get bigger, but your enclosure should work for a long time. My bull snake was super chill—great snakes to have.

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Quinn said:
I’m not the biggest fan of ball pythons, so I’d say go for a bull snake. They get bigger, but your enclosure should work for a long time. My bull snake was super chill—great snakes to have.

Thanks for the advice!

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@Vince
Have you checked out other snakes in the same group as bulls, like pine or gopher snakes?

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Quinn said:
@Vince
Have you checked out other snakes in the same group as bulls, like pine or gopher snakes?

Yeah, I looked into them, but I like bull snakes the most. I’ve watched a few videos, and people seem to really enjoy having them.

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@Vince
That’s great! Just wanted to make sure you explored all your options. Bull snakes are definitely one of my favorites too.

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I’ve had my ball python for five years, and she’s been such a sweetheart. They’re really easy to care for and make great pets.

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Ball pythons are great, but keep in mind they sometimes refuse food more often than bull snakes, and you need to get their care just right.