I have snakes three sharks moray eels piranhas five scorpions and a bird spider. All of them are predators. They are dangerous but it's cool to have strong and powerful pets.
I have encouraged my kids to eat well from day one. I add flavor - herbs and spices - to everything because I don't want them getting used to starchy bland food. I also want them to experiment - they don't have to love everything but they do have to try it.