Noob Question

Can someone show me examples of the difference between green tree python, and green tree boa? Thanks!

I have no idea they look the same 2 me....

This is an example or a Green tree python

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedi...ree_Python.jpg


This is an example of an emerald tree boa
http://www.boatips.com/images/emerald%20tree%20boa.jpg

edit: nevermind.

GTP's look like morelia, ETB's don't...haha. ETB's have a ton of upper labial heat pits, as seen in chuck's example. and their head shape is just different from a python... those are the main two differences. amazing similar though, when you figure the geographical separation.

they are both stunning...so only the etb have the white markings?

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Originally Posted by Creeptastic

they are both stunning...so only the etb have the white markings?

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No, some GTPs have white markings as well!

Easiest way without stealing a lot of pictures is

WWW.GOOGLE.COM - images (at the top)- green tree python -then- emerald tree boa.

There's plenty of differences.

IMO the main differences are that boas are live bearers (and thus ticker, robust if you will) and pythons lay eggs (thinner, more delicate).

ETBs and GTPs are strikingly fascinating due to their continental separation yet striking similarities.

WOW that Emmy is stunning!!! :O:O:O:O *drool*

I did google both, and its still hard to tell the difference...they look exactly the same to me, and Ive looked at tons of pictures lol

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Originally Posted by Creeptastic

I did google both, and its still hard to tell the difference...they look exactly the same to me, and Ive looked at tons of pictures lol

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Then you havent looked carefully enough;) The heads alone are completely different, the only real similarities are the color, and hanging around branches. Good luck with your search.