Central American Boas

[Kam]

Hello!

I am creating this post to gather some information. I went to my favorite store yesterday and I handled a Central American boa. Wrong move. I fell in love with it. My question is, how big do they get and also does anyone have any photos to share.















These are some the pictures that I took while at the store. Feedback is welcomed and warranted.

Thanks fam!


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[JoshSloane]

Centrals usually max out around 5 ft from my knowledge. Depends on genetics and locale, but they are definitely smaller than BCIs.

[Kam]

Centrals usually max out around 5 ft from my knowledge. Depends on genetics and locale, but they are definitely smaller than BCIs.

Thank you! Do have some what of the girth or am I looking at the same size as a Hogg island?


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[JoshSloane]

I believe centrals are both shorter and less girthy than a Colombian. I know that some regulars on here have some pretty nice CA boas and can share more knowledge than I can. I primarily work with BCI morphs.

[Kam]

I believe centrals are both shorter and less girthy than a Colombian. I know that some regulars on here have some pretty nice CA boas and can share more knowledge than I can. I primarily work with BCI morphs.

Again thank you! I want to get the little fellow but I don't want to be caught off guard with a snake I have never worked with before. If that makes sense.


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[JoshSloane]

Have you had reptiles before? Honestly I love boas, and think they are great snakes for beginner-intermediate herpers who have at least some reptile experience, or are willing to educate themselves properly. Boas, especially centrals will grow much slower than you think. I have 4.5 year old female Colombians that are just now moving past the 6 foot mark. Boa growth rate gives you time to adjust to your animal, and grow alongside it, learning more as you go. Dont be intimidated by their adult size. The internet is filled with pictures of 9 ft monster boas, but most of these are power-fed and severely unhealthy individuals.

Slow growth is the key for a long and healthy life. If you can maintain a good 90 deg/80 deg warm/cool side, with ambient temps at least in the high 70s, and 50-60% humidity you are good to go. Boas are usually very hardy animals, and not prone to stress like BPs.

[Kam]

Have you had reptiles before? Honestly I love boas, and think they are great snakes for beginner-intermediate herpers who have at least some reptile experience, or are willing to educate themselves properly. Boas, especially centrals will grow much slower than you think. I have 4.5 year old female Colombians that are just now moving past the 6 foot mark. Boa growth rate gives you time to adjust to your animal, and grow alongside it, learning more as you go. Dont be intimidated by their adult size. The internet is filled with pictures of 9 ft monster boas, but most of these are power-fed and severely unhealthy individuals.

Slow growth is the key for a long and healthy life. If you can maintain a good 90 deg/80 deg warm/cool side, with ambient temps at least in the high 70s, and 50-60% humidity you are good to go. Boas are usually very hardy animals, and not prone to stress like BPs.

Yes sir I have. I used to have a burm but I have also recently sustained a back injury. That is why I checking on the size for the CA. I don't want a huge animal that I can't lift myself. Not until I get an all clear from the doc.


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[JoshSloane]

Oh cool! Well if you have had a burm a boa is cake to handle. I imagine it would be at least 3 years before the boa would reach an appreciable size to be worried about weight. My 6.5 ft Colombian is around 20-25 lbs at 4.5 years old. Again, centrals will be smaller.

[Kam]

Awesome! Just awesome.


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[Lady mkrj58]

I love my Boa they are pretty cool,see what happens when you hold them.lol