Retics

Anyone knowledgeable on retics?
I just got me a baby pair. And looking for all the info I can get. And would like to get the info from people with experience with retics...

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Originally Posted by Firefighter1719

Anyone knowledgeable on retics?
I just got me a baby pair. And looking for all the info I can get. And would like to get the info from people with experience with retics...

Thanks!![emoji106]


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Rip through some old threads by "Reptile Experts" here.

He has in depth knowledge on the species and a lot of it is posted right here on this site. Search his name and look for all threads started by him.

Good Luck!

Thanks!

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Step 1) Buy 2 very large cages
Step 2) Find a supplier for rabbits
Step 3) Buy coveralls and face shield helmet to protect you from projectile pooping.
Step 4) Enjoy

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Step 3) Buy coveralls and face shield helmet to protect you from projectile pooping.

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Actually mine paint more often than they spray.

Retics are fun BUT they are a lot of work, and when they get up to size you really need two people to handle them safely, even if they're good tempered.

They also grow fast, get the big enclosure before you get the snake, the lead time on orders can be months unless you have a truck and can find something used "locally".

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Originally Posted by bcr229

Actually mine paint more often than they spray.

Retics are fun BUT they are a lot of work, and when they get up to size you really need two people to handle them safely, even if they're good tempered.

They also grow fast, get the big enclosure before you get the snake, the lead time on orders can be months unless you have a truck and can find something used "locally".

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This is really GOOD info.

The lure of retics is great, but I find it a bit sobering, if that term fits, that the high metabolism creates some extra work that some folks don't think about.

I have been rather on and off with SD retics. I want one, then I don't. Some of the reasoning, but not all is the extra work required for cage upkeep. Active and entertaining comes with a little bit of a price.

I'm glad you mentioned the "a lot of work" aspect. I think a great many retics are bought and placed when the actual commitment is realized, and this doubles when the cute, baby mainland moves into adulthood.

They are still a favorite of mine, but being realistic, I'm better suited for large BCs and coastal carpets.

Again, thanks for the perspective!

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Originally Posted by Gio

This is really GOOD info.

The lure of retics is great, but I find it a bit sobering, if that term fits, that the high metabolism creates some extra work that some folks don't think about.

I have been rather on and off with SD retics. I want one, then I don't. Some of the reasoning, but not all is the extra work required for cage upkeep. Active and entertaining comes with a little bit of a price.

I'm glad you mentioned the "a lot of work" aspect. I think a great many retics are bought and placed when the actual commitment is realized, and this doubles when the cute, baby mainland moves into adulthood.

They are still a favorite of mine, but being realistic, I'm better suited for large BCs and coastal carpets.

Again, thanks for the perspective!

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Honestly this isn't something I would have ever realized if I didn't keep both retics and boas. The adult retics eat every 7-10 days and usually get a full enclosure clean-out twice weekly. The adult boas eat every 4-6 weeks and usually need a full enclosure clean-out, as opposed to spot cleanings of urate, about a week before they're due to eat.

Wow, a baby pair. That's pretty gutsy. You have no idea the amount of urine you are going to have to clean up. But retics, like you will see a million times on posts are a lot of fun to keep. They are very inquisitive and explorative. It's also true that it will be hard to go back to balls. I find them rather boring now.

Wow Ethan! Amazing pickups. I don't have any experience with retics but invest in a good hook to use in training them. Can't wait for the pics. Lol.

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Wow, a baby pair. That's pretty gutsy. You have no idea the amount of urine you are going to have to clean up. But retics, like you will see a million times on posts are a lot of fun to keep. They are very inquisitive and explorative. It's also true that it will be hard to go back to balls. I find them rather boring now.

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Lol yeah I know. Been doing loads of research etc. Preparing. And i have had help my brother. And working on grytkng my girlfriend into snakes lol

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