Re: I have become fascinated with Rat Snakes!
how big does the tiger rat get? does anyone have any pictures?
Re: I have become fascinated with Rat Snakes!
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Originally Posted by ReptileFan
how big does the tiger rat get? does anyone have any pictures?
8 Feet is very common, 10 is possible and 12 has been claimed but I have never verified that with any reputable source. Typicaly well fed and healthy adults go 8-10 feet.
Here is a shot of one giving some scale
http://www.chameleoncounters.com/oth.../tigerrat2.jpg
Of course at 8-10 feet they are nothing like a 8 foot boa because they are thin compared to a boid.
My advice pay the money and get a baby CB if you ever buy one. The can and will bite the heck out of you and a bigun will send you to the doc for stiches.
The one in the pic is not full grown and his is also ticked off (note the neck). In my experience talking to keepers if you get a CB baby and handle them regularly they are as calm and gentle as any snake. Just stay away from WC unless you are looking for the adventure! From what I hear an adult with an attitude is something to behold,
