I also agree that with adequate research and preparation, ball pythons make a great first snake. And as much as we may want to generalize about a species, there are still variances in behavior due to individual temperaments. Just as an example - I've never had an issue with my BP's being finicky eaters. Quite the opposite, they all love to eat. My corn snake, on the other hand, is super fussy. :shrug:
So I say go for what you want as long as you are willing to do the research, prepare beforehand, and learn as you go, which it sounds like you are.
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