If this will be your 1st Python brongersmai I'd suggest buying directly from a breeder and asking about the disposition of the animal in question..( They are a good bit more snake than balls)..I would think a last seasons baby would be your best bet as its been in the world for a bit.. If you happen to be a facebook user you could join the Blood python classifieds and or the short tail classifieds.. This will allow you to shop and ask questions from a number of individuals who breed the species.. There is a good many good people and you can get a feel for whats up on FB..