Quote Originally Posted by T&C Exotics View Post
The problem with what you proposed here is appeal. Most people do not want a snake that is not appealing visually so they do not want a snake that is never seen and is very small. Also most people that keep snakes do so because they are a lot easier than lizards for the most part. Most people want something they can take out and hold and show off and all of that fun stuff but also have ease of care. The ball python fits all of that perfectly where no lizard does.
Sadly there is a lot of truth in this. BP- plastic tub, heatsource, bedding, temp/humidity guage. Bearded Dragon- good sized cage, special lighting, more complicated food, etc. A lot of casual keepers would rather have the low maintenance pet.