Consider A BP

[dragonboy4578]

Some bp's will bit. I was bit twice today, but it really doesn't hurt. It is more of a surprise.

There are no good alternatives to feeding mice or rats. The best that you can hope for is switching to frozen thawed foods....

As for the ideal set up it depends on your wants. Many people, including myself, like to use tubs. They hold heat and humidity better than aquariums. the next thing that you will need is a heat source. I use heat tape, but depending on where you live you may need additional heating. Please whatever you do is buy a good thermostat to regulate you temp. a good temp gun is very handy to have. It allows you to check the temps much easier. Also look for a digital thermometer/hydrometer. Two hides are needed, one on the hot side one on the cool side of the enclosure. I usually line my tubs with newspaper, but you will have to chose what to use for yourself...

Do tons of research and you will be much better prepared, and have a much better experience with bp's

Morgan