So a little over a year ago I was trying to pick a new snake species and posted here asking about Bloods. I ended up getting a Diamond/Jungle Carpet Python.

Now I'm ready for another new snake and planning to attend the Daytona show coming up in August. This time I'm definitely wanting to get a STP of some sort and would like to hear more about the different species. I've already been reading up on care sheets so I feel like I understand the keeping requirements.

Bloods seem the most popular and come in a lot of color and pattern morphs. Borneos have some nice stripes, granite, etc... and generally seem to look "clean" in comparison but not as much color. I will admit that I know very little about Sumatrans though other than they turn black as they age and they're a bit smaller.

If you prefer Borneos or Sumatrans, what is it that attracts you to them over Bloods?

Do all the Sumatrans turn black when they become adults? How glossy/deep a black do they get?

Any significant differences in temperament?