Is bass guitar hard to learn?

Ok, so I've decided i want to learn to play bass guitar. I know tat of crouse it will be a little hard to play, as when playing an insturment always can be. I know the simple EGBDF scale and some about rythem and things. I play the flute and they are very different indturments however i will pratice as much as i can. Also it 13 a good age to start playing. And wat are some tings important to know about playing the bass guitar? And is getting lessons a good idea. Any tips or suggestions would be great thanks!