Such awesome snakes....my male went from a 16 inch baby in Jan 2008 when I got him to around 5 and a half feet long jet black now...hes in a 33 x 26 x 6 tub in my rack and he honestly has plenty of room and can stretch out fine...Never had a problem with him eating or shedding, and he usually stays around 76-80 (no heating at all unless room is under 65)...easiest snake I've owned.