I was doing a good bit of reading, I like a lot of things about the Gaboon, but what's ultimately going to decide what I get as a first Hot species, is the way the looks intrigue me. Gaboon's are very beautiful in natures since, then price will play a factor, because I have my limit on what I'd pay for anything. The only native snake that I really find nice looking is the Coral Snake, and there's no way i'm starting off with that as a first snake. Some of the other ones are like the White Lip Viper? Also the Chinese Bamboo Vipers(the male) look very nice with the red stripe. The Chinese Red Spotted Viper is also another I like, but $650 is a price range i'm not willing to step up to. Moreless $250 is going to be my limit, maybe a tad bit more with shipping and all. I know whenever I get into the Cobras though, I already found the one I want, it's a Gold Headed Cape Cobra, but it would have to be CB, and I want something a yearling or less. Not something already 5 ft. So if anybody has any recommendations with any species which would make great display snakes, and not too pricey please let me know, so I can start making up a list.