I've only had my dumerils for a few months and already picked up 2 more sub adults they have all of the pros and none of the cons that I can see. Very heavy bodied as adults only getting 6 to 7 feet and puppy dog tame off the rip. They do feed with gusto however but that can be said about some individuals of any species. They have already become my favorite snakes to handle. Good luck on what ever you choose.