Jason's Exotic Reptiles I’m guessing ball pythons weren’t mentioned do to their possibility of going off feed for long amounts of time (sorry worded poorly)
Mark it’s for beginners for the most part is what he’s covering and it could cost extra vet bills that aren’t needed and could cause worry especially if they spent a lot of money for a certain morph and they aren’t the easiest to accommodate typically humidity wise because they typically can’t deal with fluctuating humidity as well as the ones mentioned
My first snake was a garter snake when I was a kid. My second snake was a GORGEOUS Albino Burmese Python, his name was Sire. He was a big cuddle bug, and loved car rides lol. I'd take him everywhere I could. I ended up in a bad relationship, and when I left my ex I sadly had no where for my poor Sire. I had him for 5 years. I sold him to a good home with a friend, so I know he'd be taken care of. Tomorrow, I'm getting my first Boa. Ordered her off line yesterday, she's is just a baby. I know I'm gonna get bit, just part of owning a snake. I know the basic husbandry for Boa's, but I want to learn as much as I can so she thrives like she deserves ❤🐍 thanks for the info!!
The one and only snake I ever seen in real life was an albino Burmese Python. This was while visiting Singapore on vacation. For a charge of around $10singapore the snakes keeper would drape the python around a persons neck. I gently held it in my hands; one just in behind its head and the other near the snakes tail. As a tourist attraction, it was probably used to being handled many times. I was struck by how calm and relaxed it was, how warm and smooth were the scales on its beautiful body. I would never see a live snake again; there is but only one reptile species; the Turatara lizard existing in and native to my home of Aotearoa-New Zealand. I'm not sad about that because it keeps us safe from animals that can do us arm, with the exception of each other.
I know, right? The more knowledge I acquire on snakes, the more I realize that the big ass monster snakes weren’t boas, but pythons. I feel more confident about boas as pets now.
I actually just purchased my first snake a few days ago! A six month old Dumeril's boa! I take him home in a few days, so I've been crazy looking up snake videos to watch to make certain I get it right, and that's how I stumbled on your channel. Honestly I was leaning originally to get a Ball Python, but I am glad I didn't now. After watching this I'm even more excited to take care of my boa and can't wait to watch it grow!
Same for me, I went for a Plains (Western) Hognose for my first. Didn't want a corn as had no interest in them. 4 months later got corn and absolutely love her
That hypo burm is absolutely gorgeous! And of course I love the Kenyan Sand Boa getting an honerable mention, as even though they do love to burrow and hide under the substrate, they are a great size, when fully grown, for someone who wants an animal that stays small
My first snake was a corn snake, and a few weeks after I got her I got an 18 year old Boa that is 8'5". Looking into getting an Ivory Burmese Python very soon. Great video! 🤘🏻
I love corn snakes, but they are so underrated. I think they are hands down the best beginner snake, even for children, they have such wonderful personalities, and they come in so many different morphs; palmetto corns in particular are absolutely stunning
They also don’t live too long. People never talk about the fact that Ball Pythons live for DECADES. I’m about to turn 30 and I still have the Ball Python I got when I was 14 They are a huge commitment
I love this channel. You are so educated and genuine about snake keeping and your channel will definitely blow up with time! Glad I found you early :-)
Thank you! I appreciate the positive feedback. I dabble with the idea of being more pile the other channels and making it more geared toward entertainment but I know I'd just loose interest since it's not the reason I start the videos to begin with.
Jason's Exotic Reptiles I’m definitely a believer that you should make whatever content you’re proud of and people will resonate with that. I’d much prefer to listen to someone knowledgeable and experienced than some kid with good editing skills haha
Love your content, Jason. You speak from experience, a vantage of practicality with just enough sentimentality, and contagious enthusiasm. Also, tank tops represent! Be well.
I gotta salute you for putting Boa Imperator up there above ball pythons for first snakes. I've been saying the same thing for a while, people are afraid to go with a boa because they're a little bit bigger so they start out with one of the more finicky snakes. Can't go wrong with a North American colubrid constrictor (Lampropeltis, Pituophis, Pantherophis) or a boa imperator as a first snake. They share that hardy adaptability that lets them thrive despite beginner mistakes.
I have own several snakes for several years. Have yet to get a Burm. Not bc I didnt want to but bc I didnt have the room until now. Now that I have my own room it is time. Love that you put them in the first 5 best pet snakes!!!!
Watching your videos helped me decide to get a baby boa last month! It's definitely not the first snake I've ever had (I've had all the beginners in the past: corns, kings, ball pythons, rat snakes) but I was admittedly looking for something bigger this time. I don't have my others anymore for personal reasons however now I'm in a better situation and can have a snake without another's input. I want to get into the big boys so I went with an anery het albino male BI to start off. I'd love a burm and retic eventually! Thanks for being so blunt, truthful, and open in your videos. It's very appreciated!
Thanks for checking them out! I'm happy to hear that the videos are helpful. I'm always hesitant on what the next topic is to try to find that balance between boring people and giving them something that they want to hear.
Always happy to see another video :) I've been keeping different snakes for quite a few years too now and you're one of only a few people on the internet i trust when it comes to husbandry and care , you're so much more educating than most of them and you often keep things simple and easy to understand where others overcomplicate for no reason. Your followers appreciate that and i think you cant do any boring videos , so just keep them coming and a lot of people will be able to learn stuff to replicate it for their own snakes at home. Much love from germany!
Hey Jason, great video. I was actually looking into getting another burm and I have a question about the blizzard morph. Do they tend to yellow out as they age or stay white for the most part?
Awesome video! The burm was certainly a curve ball in my opinion, I didn't expect that. That said, in general they're not aggressive by nature. I think it's just the size that put me off for so long but I'm definitely gonna look more into them though.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles I suppose it's like anything, if you do your research, are fully aware of what you're getting yourself into, feel you have the ability, I see no issue with whatever snake you get as a first snake, not including venomous. I was literally looking at burms on Morph Market when this reply came through. I do like them and can definitely see myself having one (or two) in the collection.
The Burmese Python is my dream. I would need a small male to handle alone. I also love your Hypo Motley female. I am trying to decide which snake will be perfect for me.
Two totally different snakes. I usually tell people that if they have doubts about burm size that they should shy away until they are 100% confident they can manage anything.
While a lot of people buy male burms for the reason you describe, I've been told by keepers that the males are more likely to be aggressive than females. People get freaked out by the idea of eventually having a 20ft female, but you can manage their size simply by the amount of food you give them. A girl that's fed less, and smaller as a result, can still be completely healthy. Just a thought for if you ever decide to make the move and get one.
@@Yahsan_yhwh They have been bred in captivity for decades now and thrive. They are not for everyone but actually can be pretty good pets, to the extent that a large constrictor snake can be a good pet. They're fairly placid well-behaved snakes for the most part. I've had two. I would even go as far as saying they are a better choice than a common Boa if they didn't get so large. They tend to be easier to read and a bit more predictable in my (and others') experience.
I think if you’re experienced enough to deal with their occasional picky eating that western hognose are great pet snakes too! I have 4 soon to be more and I absolutely love their personalities.. my female is quite a character, very friendly and honestly never had a snake make me laugh like she does lol. If you want a big snake in a little body I think they’re so much fun!
New sub here!!! I love corn snakes. That's a lovely blood red you have. Some corns have an attitude like a retic!!! That's the rat snake in them lol!!! Cool video!
I don't hear many people talking about the old wild caught days, the struggle lol. Ticks, mites, and hunger strikes, mixes with star gazers! We have it good now!
You pulled out my favorite snake (black milk) I have a boy named Loki and he's honestly my fav in my small collection of snakes. I hope I'm able to get a female soon (I'm on a waiting list) I would love to breed them and specialize on Black Milks
It's so good to know that A professional breeder is recommending BOAs for beginners because I've always wanted one and I've never had a snake in my life. BOAs are just my favorites but people say that they get ginormous and could kill you (which I think that is a misconception), however it's good to know that it's just the exceptions that get around 8+ft long. 9:53 *tuck* That's cute, I'm laughing so much
My daughter, 12, just got a ball python. I wanted her to get a corn snake 🐍. But her and my bf (the one with the money 💰) decided my vote didn’t count. Needless to say we all know I will be caring for BP here shortly
Planning on getting a BCI as my first and only snake, since before I watched this video. You confirmed my thoughts and gave some great info. Thanks for that! Do you have any going on sale in the next month or so?
All I have available at the moment is what's on the website, but come sometime between February through June I should have all kinds of baby popping out. I typically post them on my Facebook and Instagram when they come out then once they are feeding and ready to go I will post them on the website with individual pictures and prices
Burmese was my snake. But when I was younger, my dad had an Indian Rock. So I kinda knew what I was doing and getting myself into. And I will agree, if you have the means, a Burmese is a great pet.
The only snakes I have ever been bit by, so far are king snakes. Lol. It doesn't hurt but getting them to let go is another story. I was literally walking around the house with a snake attached to my hand. King snakes are still one of my favorites.
I very much would like a boa. They kind of have the advantage of starting out as a smaller snake as a baby or juvenille but then as you get more experience, you get more snake to work with. I like that they are more active and curious than ball pythons for the most part. I've handled those and they are cool, but they just sort of sit there a lot of the time once they settle down. If I wanted an animal to just sit in my lap, I'd get a cat.
You always have great content. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I'm not an expert by any means, but I feel you're spot on here. Nice job, as always ❤ Damn that burm! 😍🔥
Hey Jason, I'm looking at getting a BCI as my first pet snake, I've seen a lot of mixed opinions as to whether or not they're for beginners, or intermediates. you think they make good first snakes, but could you give any more thoughts perhaps?
i'm so jealous of the burm thing.... but then, knowing what it's like to wrestle the boa i got from you, maybe i don't need 10ft worth of snake anytime soon. as it is, the 4yo boa i got from you is the same size as the 8yo you showed. but i certainly agree about boas being a great first snake. i pulled my hair out waiting for my first snake (ball python) to eat, sometimes for as long as 9 months. i think that took a couple years off my life, for as much as i love her.
I’d never get a Burmese python unless I had a lot of room and someone to help me handle it. I get nervous around snakes that are much longer than me. So 5 5.5 feet is my max. I’d like to get a corn snake someday and maybe a boa eventually.
Yes deffenetly boa as pet is, amazing bc they are soooo chill but ofc if size suits u but some gets lager bc Suriname constrictor constrictor gets a bit bigger as my squeezy is 5yo.. Burms are most calm snake ever but gets bigger and heavier. Well my boa is the calmest snake but burms are just sooo relaxed... They dont squeeze at all. Amazing pet.. Good advice man.
Fortunately, many countries here in the Southern Pacific do not have any snakes. The most notable exception is of course, Australia where six out of the Worlds most dangerous snakes call home.
Good video, and great choices for snakes to highlight! And I agree with your opinion of Boas. If it's OK to add one - I unexpectedly got a Stimson's Python - for those who aren't familiar, one of the Antaresia species that are the smallest pythons in the world - and just fell in love with him. He's got all of the personality and handleability (if that's a word) of his larger cousins, has a great appetite and husbandry isn't too demanding. The Children's/Spotted/Strimson's Pythons would be a wonderful snake for someone who'd like a real python that's easy to care for, but who maybe prefers a smaller snake.
When I was 17 I had a 12 ft albino berm python. I had no business having her back then cause I didn’t take care of her the way I should have. I didn’t appreciate what a beautiful creation she was. She got burnt on a heat lamp and got a terrible infection and died. I wish I could go back and do it differently
First thing your snakes look in fantastic condition you can even tell in camera. I think garters win for a few reasons . That are active during the day ,very inquisitive,eat all kinds of things and the big one is you can keep them together . The only down side is unless you get one from outside wild cought they are somewhat hard to find . I am going to try to breed them in the next couple years there aren't nearly enough breeders.
A snake I had for 10-11 years just passed away from old age.. Garter snake, little albino guy.. Kinda interested in a boa constrictor, dunno if my mom would like that though LOL
Awesome video, awesome animals, awesome information! For what it's worth to snake lovers and boa owners, harder to come by, but Hog Island Boas are also absolutely amazing pet snakes
@@JasonsExoticReptiles Ahh that is very heartening to hear!! I had the honor of homing an adult, female hog island for a couple of years in college, and she had the best temperament and personality! Really incredible animals
There’s a garter snake living in my yard and when I found it I started to wonder if it had been around people before because when I picked it up it just sat with me and never even bothered to try to take off!!🤨🐍
Don’t worry about saying in your opinion bro things like snakes and space and the deep ocean are still being studied so anything u have witnessed isn’t technically an opinion u have my respect ur very knowledgeable and handle them with respect props to u brotha
Think the best ones we keep are probably boas and our burm tbh and our fwc is honestly so calm. People told me when I first got into the Fwc's that there extremely hard to keep and I've had the complete oposite experience. Obviously there all different but I'm glad I chose to get hands on experience instead of listening to the bs some people were telling me.
i kinda followed what you said with my corn snakes... Didnt brumate them, Just lowered their temperature a few degrees and put them together... They have been together in the same viv for 2 years now, Still nothing in terms of pregnancy, Eggs etc haha. I think they are just viv-pals at this point.. each one gets super stressed when the other is not there.. :) But in terms of a good snake... Personally ive had fantastic experience with my Carpet pythons... I know there is mixed debates and opinions.. But honestly.. I have a 7-8ft jungle-jag, and he is literally like a puppy dog haha.. Can put your head in the viv, can do whatever you want... he doesnt even flinch..... He turns his head to see whats going on.. realises its me, then just goes back to sleep hahaha Where as ive got a common BCI boa, and she is a handful... Always lunging for my face, and she gets handled regularly.. Doesnt seam to tame down at all.. She chomps my arm pretty much every time i hold her..
I know this is older, but just watched it. Definitely an eclectic mix. I love how you got a little bit of everything and that you appreciate each and every one just as much as the next. Thank you for sharing! ……. Oh off topic, but I think you had an orb flying around. I believe it was somewhere in between 13:38 to 13:40 (towards bottom part of your shirt). Spooky 🎃haha
I do like corn snakes, even bred them. But my favorite snake is my male anaconda morph Western hognose snake (not breeding him). Aspen is the sweetest snake that I have ever owned and I have been keeping reptiles for over 50 years. I do also love boa constrictors, owned them in the past. I want a Hog Island boa in the future. I agree boas are the best eaters! I knew you would include berms as most are "puppy dogs". You can get smaller versions of regular berms. Sorry, but I very much dislike sand boas and I have owned them in the past.
The reason I specifically want a boa not a python is because boas are a lot more social than a python and I want somethin’ that is happy to hang out at least once a day!! Although I did spend a long time studying different types of pythons and didn’t like what I heard about ball pythons and I just don’t like retics period and that basically narrowed it down to boas and Burmese pythons and I’m not ready for anything bigger than 6 to 8 feet so that leaves me with probably one of the best options a boa
@@JasonsExoticReptiles does plexiglass work better than a towel or blanket? It’s a exo terra with screen top, I covered 75% and I’d say humidity stays at 70% for 3-5 hours before it goes to 50%
Great content as always! I've heard male retics can get very tempermental/aggressive when they want to breed. Is this unique to retics or is this the case with burms and other pythons too? Thanks
I’m watching you handle these snakes and I’m wondering: are they getting annoyed? Handling them looks patronizing, like they will bite you if you don’t let them slither away.
Would it be bad to start with a boa? Because like… as a beginner I don’t know if I should start with something like a corn snake? Not that I don’t like corn snakes I think they’re pretty cool I just need to know which one to go with.
Can you give me some tips on taking care of a boa constractor. Like where to get the best food, how much to feed them, and what kind of shelter should it have.
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Based on his progression of best first time snakes, I fully expected him to pull out a 30 foot anaconda next...lol
Haha! I don't think anacondas make good pets at all. I think they're cool snakes but not good pet snakes for beginners
i thought that as well...eer what do you feed it! A fat chick🤣
@@Sumtrip799 nah, just a elephant
@@Sumtrip799 just 4 big rats
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I’m not even a snake owner but your knowledge on snakes is awesome
Thank you very much!
I think you’re the only person I’ve seen not mention a ball python :o
Haha I did that for a bunch of reasons. I'm going to do a follow up video just on that
Jason's Exotic Reptiles I’m guessing ball pythons weren’t mentioned do to their possibility of going off feed for long amounts of time (sorry worded poorly)
@@nicholascampbell4575 not sure why this would bother people so much. If it eats, it eats. If it doesn't... well it will eventually.
Mark it’s for beginners for the most part is what he’s covering and it could cost extra vet bills that aren’t needed and could cause worry especially if they spent a lot of money for a certain morph and they aren’t the easiest to accommodate typically humidity wise because they typically can’t deal with fluctuating humidity as well as the ones mentioned
Jas c: I thought corn snakes were mentioned the most I had a poll and corn snake won 3 times
My first snake was a garter snake when I was a kid. My second snake was a GORGEOUS Albino Burmese Python, his name was Sire. He was a big cuddle bug, and loved car rides lol. I'd take him everywhere I could. I ended up in a bad relationship, and when I left my ex I sadly had no where for my poor Sire. I had him for 5 years. I sold him to a good home with a friend, so I know he'd be taken care of. Tomorrow, I'm getting my first Boa. Ordered her off line yesterday, she's is just a baby. I know I'm gonna get bit, just part of owning a snake. I know the basic husbandry for Boa's, but I want to learn as much as I can so she thrives like she deserves ❤🐍 thanks for the info!!
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The one and only snake I ever seen in real life was an albino Burmese Python. This was while visiting Singapore on vacation. For a charge of around $10singapore the snakes keeper would drape the python around a persons neck. I gently held it in my hands; one just in behind its head and the other near the snakes tail. As a tourist attraction, it was probably used to being handled many times.
I was struck by how calm and relaxed it was, how warm and smooth were the scales on its beautiful body. I would never see a live snake again; there is but only one reptile species; the Turatara lizard existing in and native to my home of Aotearoa-New Zealand. I'm not sad about that because it keeps us safe from animals that can do us arm, with the exception of each other.
My son had an albino corn snake. I ended up caring for it. I loved it!
Cornsnake are such underrated snakes. They make awesome pets.
Great video man!
Thank you!
My mind: you don’t need a boa
My mind after watching this video: alright ima get a boa
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Lol glad I could help!
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I know, right? The more knowledge I acquire on snakes, the more I realize that the big ass monster snakes weren’t boas, but pythons. I feel more confident about boas as pets now.
I actually just purchased my first snake a few days ago! A six month old Dumeril's boa! I take him home in a few days, so I've been crazy looking up snake videos to watch to make certain I get it right, and that's how I stumbled on your channel. Honestly I was leaning originally to get a Ball Python, but I am glad I didn't now. After watching this I'm even more excited to take care of my boa and can't wait to watch it grow!
I viewed corns the same way until i got one given to me. now I have much more respect for them.
Absolutely. Awesome little snakes!
Same for me, I went for a Plains (Western) Hognose for my first. Didn't want a corn as had no interest in them. 4 months later got corn and absolutely love her
The best part that he stressed is "hard to screw up", because responsibility of having a pet is much greater than the personal gains of having one.
That hypo burm is absolutely gorgeous! And of course I love the Kenyan Sand Boa getting an honerable mention, as even though they do love to burrow and hide under the substrate, they are a great size, when fully grown, for someone who wants an animal that stays small
Kenyans are great! Mine is about 8 now and eats frozen thawed mice right off of a plate without even constricting them. She's very docile as well
You already know retics are the best mine just gives tough love they never learn the difference between rabbits and hands but neither do we
Great vid Jason. I really enjoyed your two cents about a variety of snake species and their pros and cons with basic care. Nice examples btw.
Thank you!
My first snake was a corn snake, and a few weeks after I got her I got an 18 year old Boa that is 8'5". Looking into getting an Ivory Burmese Python very soon. Great video! 🤘🏻
Jason always has such wholesome comment sections, I’m proud of this community 👍
Thank you!
I love corn snakes, but they are so underrated. I think they are hands down the best beginner snake, even for children, they have such wonderful personalities, and they come in so many different morphs; palmetto corns in particular are absolutely stunning
yes i loveeee ball pythons and they are great for a starter snake for kids! corn snakes are super awesome aswell!
They also don’t live too long. People never talk about the fact that Ball Pythons live for DECADES. I’m about to turn 30 and I still have the Ball Python I got when I was 14
They are a huge commitment
I had a carpet python named Silent Bob. He was an absolute gem with a beautiful blue tongue. I wish he was still alive :(
Cpl 2GWOT I’m sorry bro
Oh my god that sucks!!🙁
May silent bob Rest In Peace he’s in a better place, also I love that name
RIP Silent Bob. Don't worry though. You'll get him back one day :)
I feel sorry rip
Your channel is incredible thank you so much for all the valuable advice!
I love this channel. You are so educated and genuine about snake keeping and your channel will definitely blow up with time! Glad I found you early :-)
Thank you! I appreciate the positive feedback. I dabble with the idea of being more pile the other channels and making it more geared toward entertainment but I know I'd just loose interest since it's not the reason I start the videos to begin with.
Jason's Exotic Reptiles I’m definitely a believer that you should make whatever content you’re proud of and people will resonate with that. I’d much prefer to listen to someone knowledgeable and experienced than some kid with good editing skills haha
Bro i like your vibe 🐍💪🏾!! Great video!!
Love your content, Jason. You speak from experience, a vantage of practicality with just enough sentimentality, and contagious enthusiasm. Also, tank tops represent! Be well.
Thank you. And I'll make sure to keep the tank tops coming haha
Great content as always keep them coming . now its boa time for me ,love from utah
Thanks for checking them out man!
I gotta salute you for putting Boa Imperator up there above ball pythons for first snakes. I've been saying the same thing for a while, people are afraid to go with a boa because they're a little bit bigger so they start out with one of the more finicky snakes. Can't go wrong with a North American colubrid constrictor (Lampropeltis, Pituophis, Pantherophis) or a boa imperator as a first snake. They share that hardy adaptability that lets them thrive despite beginner mistakes.
I have own several snakes for several years. Have yet to get a Burm. Not bc I didnt want to but bc I didnt have the room until now. Now that I have my own room it is time. Love that you put them in the first 5 best pet snakes!!!!
I got a male columbian boa because of your channel. It was one of the greatest things I ever did.
Awesome to hear. Definitely a good choice.
In love with the corn snake. Aw
Now socks wants him as a pet
Watching your videos helped me decide to get a baby boa last month! It's definitely not the first snake I've ever had (I've had all the beginners in the past: corns, kings, ball pythons, rat snakes) but I was admittedly looking for something bigger this time. I don't have my others anymore for personal reasons however now I'm in a better situation and can have a snake without another's input. I want to get into the big boys so I went with an anery het albino male BI to start off. I'd love a burm and retic eventually! Thanks for being so blunt, truthful, and open in your videos. It's very appreciated!
Thanks for checking them out! I'm happy to hear that the videos are helpful. I'm always hesitant on what the next topic is to try to find that balance between boring people and giving them something that they want to hear.
Always happy to see another video :) I've been keeping different snakes for quite a few years too now and you're one of only a few people on the internet i trust when it comes to husbandry and care , you're so much more educating than most of them and you often keep things simple and easy to understand where others overcomplicate for no reason. Your followers appreciate that and i think you cant do any boring videos , so just keep them coming and a lot of people will be able to learn stuff to replicate it for their own snakes at home. Much love from germany!
Hi ich bin auch aus Deutschland. Lol
Great video. Love the alternative to the common. Hope to have a boa someday.
My first snake was a California king that had an attitude of a ghetto girl from the Bronx 🤣
Lmao
It's a good thing I found your videos 'cause I'm TOTALLY considering gettin' a hypo boa or somethin' !!
Hey Jason, great video. I was actually looking into getting another burm and I have a question about the blizzard morph. Do they tend to yellow out as they age or stay white for the most part?
I had a corn snake 1st...then a bci, then a milk snake, then another bci with a coastal carpet python, then 2 retics...next is a Burmese
Awesome video! The burm was certainly a curve ball in my opinion, I didn't expect that. That said, in general they're not aggressive by nature. I think it's just the size that put me off for so long but I'm definitely gonna look more into them though.
Yeah the burm is not the typical one but they can make such awesome pers if people do the research.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles I suppose it's like anything, if you do your research, are fully aware of what you're getting yourself into, feel you have the ability, I see no issue with whatever snake you get as a first snake, not including venomous. I was literally looking at burms on Morph Market when this reply came through. I do like them and can definitely see myself having one (or two) in the collection.
The Burmese Python is my dream. I would need a small male to handle alone. I also love your Hypo Motley female. I am trying to decide which snake will be perfect for me.
Two totally different snakes. I usually tell people that if they have doubts about burm size that they should shy away until they are 100% confident they can manage anything.
While a lot of people buy male burms for the reason you describe, I've been told by keepers that the males are more likely to be aggressive than females. People get freaked out by the idea of eventually having a 20ft female, but you can manage their size simply by the amount of food you give them. A girl that's fed less, and smaller as a result, can still be completely healthy. Just a thought for if you ever decide to make the move and get one.
They are feisty wild animals. Not pets
@@Yahsan_yhwh They have been bred in captivity for decades now and thrive. They are not for everyone but actually can be pretty good pets, to the extent that a large constrictor snake can be a good pet. They're fairly placid well-behaved snakes for the most part. I've had two. I would even go as far as saying they are a better choice than a common Boa if they didn't get so large. They tend to be easier to read and a bit more predictable in my (and others') experience.
Fantastic job you are a superb Reptile orator!! I've learned a lot watching your videos. Thank you
Thank you!
Great video Jason! I'm really glad you added Burmese. I love my hypo male, he's always been an awesome pet.
I think if you’re experienced enough to deal with their occasional picky eating that western hognose are great pet snakes too! I have 4 soon to be more and I absolutely love their personalities.. my female is quite a character, very friendly and honestly never had a snake make me laugh like she does lol. If you want a big snake in a little body I think they’re so much fun!
Correct! They are some awesome snakes. So many good ones out there that I didn't put on the list
Nice video! I had a Boa when I was a kid. Thinking about getting another one. Lol.
New sub here!!! I love corn snakes. That's a lovely blood red you have. Some corns have an attitude like a retic!!! That's the rat snake in them lol!!! Cool video!
I don't hear many people talking about the old wild caught days, the struggle lol. Ticks, mites, and hunger strikes, mixes with star gazers! We have it good now!
You pulled out my favorite snake (black milk) I have a boy named Loki and he's honestly my fav in my small collection of snakes. I hope I'm able to get a female soon (I'm on a waiting list) I would love to breed them and specialize on Black Milks
His Medusa tattoo. I am so jealous.
Haha thank you
It's so good to know that A professional breeder is recommending BOAs for beginners because I've always wanted one and I've never had a snake in my life. BOAs are just my favorites but people say that they get ginormous and could kill you (which I think that is a misconception), however it's good to know that it's just the exceptions that get around 8+ft long.
9:53 *tuck*
That's cute, I'm laughing so much
I got a Columbian red-tail for my first snake and she's absolutely wonderful and they are also fairly easy to take care of
Thanks Jason, yes I agree Corns, kings, Boas, and Burms ! 👍🏼
I once got my hands on a sand boa, they are awesome.
Great video an love the snakes great information thanks for sharing
My daughter, 12, just got a ball python. I wanted her to get a corn snake 🐍. But her and my bf (the one with the money 💰) decided my vote didn’t count. Needless to say we all know I will be caring for BP here shortly
Ball pyhons can be great. Just takes the effort at times if they don't want to est
New subscriber love the vids and the snake information thanks
Thank you!
Planning on getting a BCI as my first and only snake, since before I watched this video. You confirmed my thoughts and gave some great info. Thanks for that! Do you have any going on sale in the next month or so?
All I have available at the moment is what's on the website, but come sometime between February through June I should have all kinds of baby popping out. I typically post them on my Facebook and Instagram when they come out then once they are feeding and ready to go I will post them on the website with individual pictures and prices
Cool channel, never saw you before? Good straight forward info so far, thanks.
Thanks for watching
Good to see you back doing vids mate .
Burmese was my snake. But when I was younger, my dad had an Indian Rock. So I kinda knew what I was doing and getting myself into. And I will agree, if you have the means, a Burmese is a great pet.
The only snakes I have ever been bit by, so far are king snakes. Lol. It doesn't hurt but getting them to let go is another story. I was literally walking around the house with a snake attached to my hand. King snakes are still one of my favorites.
I very much would like a boa. They kind of have the advantage of starting out as a smaller snake as a baby or juvenille but then as you get more experience, you get more snake to work with. I like that they are more active and curious than ball pythons for the most part. I've handled those and they are cool, but they just sort of sit there a lot of the time once they settle down. If I wanted an animal to just sit in my lap, I'd get a cat.
You always have great content. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I'm not an expert by any means, but I feel you're spot on here. Nice job, as always ❤
Damn that burm! 😍🔥
Thank you!
Hey Jason, I'm looking at getting a BCI as my first pet snake, I've seen a lot of mixed opinions as to whether or not they're for beginners, or intermediates. you think they make good first snakes, but could you give any more thoughts perhaps?
Yes for all the reason I mention in this video
i'm so jealous of the burm thing.... but then, knowing what it's like to wrestle the boa i got from you, maybe i don't need 10ft worth of snake anytime soon. as it is, the 4yo boa i got from you is the same size as the 8yo you showed. but i certainly agree about boas being a great first snake. i pulled my hair out waiting for my first snake (ball python) to eat, sometimes for as long as 9 months. i think that took a couple years off my life, for as much as i love her.
I’d never get a Burmese python unless I had a lot of room and someone to help me handle it. I get nervous around snakes that are much longer than me. So 5 5.5 feet is my max. I’d like to get a corn snake someday and maybe a boa eventually.
Hey Bro! Great video... Can Male Burmese/ Reticulated Pythons make good beginner pets? I don't have to worry abt their diet and shelter.
I don't really recommend retics but I do feel burms can make good snakes if you do the research.
I really love your videos! Thank you so much!
When I joined the Navy I got rid of a sweetheart red tail, and a Savannah Monitor who was a monster. Would sit on my lap for full football games.
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Yes deffenetly boa as pet is, amazing bc they are soooo chill but ofc if size suits u but some gets lager bc Suriname constrictor constrictor gets a bit bigger as my squeezy is 5yo.. Burms are most calm snake ever but gets bigger and heavier. Well my boa is the calmest snake but burms are just sooo relaxed... They dont squeeze at all. Amazing pet.. Good advice man.
Thank you!
Fortunately, many countries here in the Southern Pacific do not have any snakes. The most notable exception is of course, Australia where six out of the Worlds most dangerous snakes call home.
love your channel! very helpful
Thank you!
I like what you said about corn snakes
Thank you!
Good video, and great choices for snakes to highlight! And I agree with your opinion of Boas. If it's OK to add one - I unexpectedly got a Stimson's Python - for those who aren't familiar, one of the Antaresia species that are the smallest pythons in the world - and just fell in love with him. He's got all of the personality and handleability (if that's a word) of his larger cousins, has a great appetite and husbandry isn't too demanding. The Children's/Spotted/Strimson's Pythons would be a wonderful snake for someone who'd like a real python that's easy to care for, but who maybe prefers a smaller snake.
When I was 17 I had a 12 ft albino berm python. I had no business having her back then cause I didn’t take care of her the way I should have. I didn’t appreciate what a beautiful creation she was. She got burnt on a heat lamp and got a terrible infection and died. I wish I could go back and do it differently
First thing your snakes look in fantastic condition you can even tell in camera. I think garters win for a few reasons . That are active during the day ,very inquisitive,eat all kinds of things and the big one is you can keep them together . The only down side is unless you get one from outside wild cought they are somewhat hard to find . I am going to try to breed them in the next couple years there aren't nearly enough breeders.
I agree that garters great snakes, but super hard to find so I left them off the list
I have a boa and I want a burm next. They are restricted in my state so i have to get a license for them. Im working on it though.
Love your content!
Thanks man!
Just got my first snake, CORN snake! He’s amazing. I’m so in love!
Congrats!
So pleased to see a burm on the list! I have 2 hypo burms and they are gorgeous. P.s I approve of the vest.
Black milks are a goal of mine. I almost never see them available!
A snake I had for 10-11 years just passed away from old age.. Garter snake, little albino guy.. Kinda interested in a boa constrictor, dunno if my mom would like that though LOL
If you want a smaller but still big boa get a Central America boa constrictor they are amazing and only get 5 to 6 feet!!
This list is perfect
Thank you!
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Do you think you will ever do a ordering online/looking staying out of bad snake scams episode? Lol
Awesome video, awesome animals, awesome information! For what it's worth to snake lovers and boa owners, harder to come by, but Hog Island Boas are also absolutely amazing pet snakes
Thank you! Hog Island boas are awesome. I used to breed them but not anymore. Trying to find a real good pair before I get back into them.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles Ahh that is very heartening to hear!! I had the honor of homing an adult, female hog island for a couple of years in college, and she had the best temperament and personality! Really incredible animals
There’s a garter snake living in my yard and when I found it I started to wonder if it had been around people before because when I picked it up it just sat with me and never even bothered to try to take off!!🤨🐍
Beautiful boa
Corn and kingsnakes are the toughest snakes. I have a Cali king myself.
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You sir are the snake whisperer 🐍 😀 amazing
AWESOME
Don’t worry about saying in your opinion bro things like snakes and space and the deep ocean are still being studied so anything u have witnessed isn’t technically an opinion u have my respect ur very knowledgeable and handle them with respect props to u brotha
Haha I like the perspective! And thanks man! Appreciate the support
Think the best ones we keep are probably boas and our burm tbh and our fwc is honestly so calm.
People told me when I first got into the Fwc's that there extremely hard to keep and I've had the complete oposite experience. Obviously there all different but I'm glad I chose to get hands on experience instead of listening to the bs some people were telling me.
5:03 i thought the snake just growled lmao
Black milk snake is definitely my fav!
Glad to kings on this list 👍
i kinda followed what you said with my corn snakes... Didnt brumate them, Just lowered their temperature a few degrees and put them together... They have been together in the same viv for 2 years now, Still nothing in terms of pregnancy, Eggs etc haha. I think they are just viv-pals at this point.. each one gets super stressed when the other is not there.. :)
But in terms of a good snake... Personally ive had fantastic experience with my Carpet pythons... I know there is mixed debates and opinions.. But honestly.. I have a 7-8ft jungle-jag, and he is literally like a puppy dog haha.. Can put your head in the viv, can do whatever you want... he doesnt even flinch..... He turns his head to see whats going on.. realises its me, then just goes back to sleep hahaha
Where as ive got a common BCI boa, and she is a handful... Always lunging for my face, and she gets handled regularly.. Doesnt seam to tame down at all.. She chomps my arm pretty much every time i hold her..
Great video. Love Black Milksnakes! Thanks for sharing.
One of my favorite side projects.
Great video, I really want a burm and you aren’t helping matters. Keep the videos coming.
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One negative bout Florida is I can’t legally own a Burmese. I understand south Florida but north Florida they would pass away after winter.
I know this is older, but just watched it. Definitely an eclectic mix. I love how you got a little bit of everything and that you appreciate each and every one just as much as the next. Thank you for sharing! ……. Oh off topic, but I think you had an orb flying around. I believe it was somewhere in between 13:38 to 13:40 (towards bottom part of your shirt). Spooky 🎃haha
I do like corn snakes, even bred them. But my favorite snake is my male anaconda morph Western hognose snake (not breeding him). Aspen is the sweetest snake that I have ever owned and I have been keeping reptiles for over 50 years. I do also love boa constrictors, owned them in the past. I want a Hog Island boa in the future. I agree boas are the best eaters! I knew you would include berms as most are "puppy dogs". You can get smaller versions of regular berms. Sorry, but I very much dislike sand boas and I have owned them in the past.
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The reason I specifically want a boa not a python is because boas are a lot more social than a python and I want somethin’ that is happy to hang out at least once a day!! Although I did spend a long time studying different types of pythons and didn’t like what I heard about ball pythons and I just don’t like retics period and that basically narrowed it down to boas and Burmese pythons and I’m not ready for anything bigger than 6 to 8 feet so that leaves me with probably one of the best options a boa
Jason, any tips on regulating humidity in a glass terrarium?
Cover most of the top with a piece of plexiglass glass or glass.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles does plexiglass work better than a towel or blanket? It’s a exo terra with screen top, I covered 75% and I’d say humidity stays at 70% for 3-5 hours before it goes to 50%
Great content as always! I've heard male retics can get very tempermental/aggressive when they want to breed. Is this unique to retics or is this the case with burms and other pythons too? Thanks
I’m watching you handle these snakes and I’m wondering: are they getting annoyed? Handling them looks patronizing, like they will bite you if you don’t let them slither away.
Generally id think they enjoy the time out and ability to move around
Would it be bad to start with a boa? Because like… as a beginner I don’t know if I should start with something like a corn snake? Not that I don’t like corn snakes I think they’re pretty cool I just need to know which one to go with.
Not at all. I think boas can be great first snakes
Can you give me some tips on taking care of a boa constractor. Like where to get the best food, how much to feed them, and what kind of shelter should it have.
Thats what this whole channel is about. Take a look through my videos and im sure you will find everything your looking for and more
I do agree that Burmese pythons make good beginners snake. But i would recommend getting them as baby.
Absolutely!