I moved your post to this forum, as they are not a king/milksnake.

Bulls, pines, and gophers are all great beginner snakes, as long as they are healthy CB animals. I have had a number of Pituophis over the years, and have really enjoyed having them around. Living in a state that they are native, make sure you know the local laws on owning bullsnakes.

Hope this helps.

-Evan