Boa species

Like I said in my previous post about BRBs, I really really really really really want a red-tail boa, but I'm not allowed (because it is so big) and I don't have room.

I own a ball python and bearded dragon. I know I'm still considered a beginner, but I do LOTS of reading about all kinds of herps, mostly snakes, and I am very very dedicated to my pets.

So, a columbian red-tail is not an option. I need something a bit smaller.

What are some other species of boa, besides the red-tail and BRB? I recall hearing something about a Dumeril's Boa or something like that.

I don't need a description, just the names of different types of smaller (under 6ft) boas, and I will Google them and read everything I can.


Thanks

Crazy4Herps

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Originally Posted by Crazy4Herps

Like I said in my previous post about BRBs, I really really really really really want a red-tail boa, but I'm not allowed (because it is so big) and I don't have room.

I own a ball python and bearded dragon. I know I'm still considered a beginner, but I do LOTS of reading about all kinds of herps, mostly snakes, and I am very very dedicated to my pets.

So, a columbian red-tail is not an option. I need something a bit smaller.

What are some other species of boa, besides the red-tail and BRB? I recall hearing something about a Dumeril's Boa or something like that.

I don't need a description, just the names of different types of smaller (under 6ft) boas, and I will Google them and read everything I can.


Thanks

Crazy4Herps

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get a central american boa their still bci a red tailed boa but they average around 4-5feet

Male BCI (4'-6')
Dumerils Boa (~5')
or like you said a BRB.
All are good choices but the BRB is probably the most advanced mainly because of humidity requirements.

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Originally Posted by jere000

get a central american boa their still bci a red tailed boa but they average around 4-5feet

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CA's are a good pick. Many of my male colombians and such aren't much bigger than 4.5-5 feet though. Dumerils stay relatively short in length, but they are girthy. They also can be picky eaters sometimes.

I just realized, Central American Boas are the same as Columbian Boas. Wow, I'm an idiot.

Dumerils Boas are picky eaters? Oh. I don't think I can handle another picky eater around! Cu is such a case when it comes to eating.

Hmm. I'm now debating between a columbian boa, a BRB, or some type of short-tail python.

How about a Hogg Island?

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Originally Posted by Crazy4Herps

Like I said in my previous post about BRBs, I really really really really really want a red-tail boa, but I'm not allowed (because it is so big) and I don't have room.

I own a ball python and bearded dragon. I know I'm still considered a beginner, but I do LOTS of reading about all kinds of herps, mostly snakes, and I am very very dedicated to my pets.

So, a columbian red-tail is not an option. I need something a bit smaller.

What are some other species of boa, besides the red-tail and BRB? I recall hearing something about a Dumeril's Boa or something like that.

I don't need a description, just the names of different types of smaller (under 6ft) boas, and I will Google them and read everything I can.


Thanks

Crazy4Herps

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There are several locality variants of BCI that stay relatively small - the Tarahumara, Crawl Cay, Corn Island, Caulker Cay, etc.

Check out Cutting Edge Herps and Rio Bravo Reptiles for pics and info.

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Originally Posted by Shadera

How about a Hogg Island?

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I have considered a Hogg Island too. Definitely a possibility, but I like the columbian boa's coloring better. Not that coloring makes a huge difference with me.

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Originally Posted by jim020cricket

Dumerils stay relatively short in length, but they are girthy. They also can be picky eaters sometimes.

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they are really?? huh ... well I guess when the times comes that she refuses food I'll find out hahaha. That's good to know! I better brush up on feeding tricks! thanks for the info! :D

like i said before if your looking for a bci but smaller get one of the localitys that are small such as the ca boa i mainly mention those cause theyre cheaper and more commonly available than other localitys