I might be new to snakes, but im not new to simple life things. Animals need space, whether they use it all the time or not. Sure some might say that in the wild they spend 90% of their time in a hole in the ground, but that other 10%, however long it lasts time wise, they are able to move around freely and not have to worry about limitations. They are able to stretch their body out entirely, not always curled up.

Imagine as a person (we too are animals), sitting all day long, it's possible, but DEFINATELY not advised, sure we might have more serious health issues if we do, but think of the comfort factor.

How would you feel if you saw someone keeping a big German Shepard dog in a cage all day, or a small yard even. Lion in a zoo compared to the plains of Africa.

Just my thoughts