I agree, kids 12 + can take care of herps as long as they research. This pole to me is acting as if every adult takes great care of their reptiles... That is completely untrue. Take a look at some of the breeders out there, being dishonest, taking horrible care of their reptiles, and not giving a flip on their health. Adults can be just bad as kids in many ways. When i was 15 i got my first normal ball python, and never was told once to change my setup because i researched and did a great job with him. And once i starting coming to my first forum, i saw how so many OLDER people were making huge mistakes, i think there should be added to the pole ;adults are just as worst sometimes.