Quote Originally Posted by H.o.F.R View Post
IMO A carpet python does NOT fit into what you are looking for!
1 something docile Carpets are not known for being very docile. they do calm down with regular handling but for the most part umm still gotta watch them and adult female coastal carpets can reach lengths of 9-12 feet for some localities.

2 something that likes to be handled more than your ball. well they tolerate it but they are very active. i'd say they handle more like a retic lol jmo

3 the separate neck and head. yes that they do have

4 something to keep in a tub. they are semi arboreal the minimum suggested enclosure for an adult carpet is 3' x 2' x 2' with a 4x2x2 being preferred by most keepers.

I'm no expert on carpets by any means but I own 1.2 and have done a little bit of home work on them before getting them. my jungle male was a total psycho when I got him. after his week of "me time" I tried to handle him long enough to snap a couple pics and he wasn't having it! I got nailed 14 times in under 2 minutes! that is no exaggeration either. That was around valentines day I can now count on only getting hit when I reach in to get him but it was a lot of work to calm him down to that. My diamond carpet cross is a total sweetie and hasn't even thought about taking a swing at me (also a baby) my 6-7 female coastal is cage aggressive as all hell and is well on her way to being hook trained but you don't dare reach in to drag her out unless you feel like getting stitches! once shes out shes completely cool but DO NOT reach in her house! My vote is always and forever a Dumerils Boa! total sweet hearts and fits very well into your requirements.
They were never very high on my list. Nothing against them, they are absolutely beautiful, but after a little research on them, they get a little too big for me. Thank you very much on the info. I think I'm going to get either a Woma Python or a BRB. I'm doing research on both of them everyday until I make a decision. I might have to look into other cages if i decide to get one. I don't know if it will be fair to keep them in tubs, unless i can find one 4x2x2, which i probably won't. Still have tons more research to do, but thanks everyone for the info you have provided me and thanks for your opinions!