Thoughts on a tall enclosure for a Boa.

[Aerries]

So I’m looking to build an enclosure down the road for my Boa. I was wondering what does everyone think about 6ft tall by 4 ft wide by 2ft depth? When I was younger my babysitter had a Boa that was in a similar enclosure. Granted that’s 20+ years ago. With a 7-8 foot Boa I want to give her the best possible living. Again with me living in central Florida, humidity and ambient temps are no issue. Just wanted to get some insight on experienced keepers. Granted she’s only 367g right now and almost 3 feet but I’m planning for the future. Thanks again!


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[c0r3yr0s3]

I'm no expert but that sounds like a perfect size. Lots of hides, branches, and rocks with a big water dish sounds like a snake paradise to me

[Sauzo]

A 4x2 will probably work for a male but not a female. The general rule of thumb i like to use is the length of the cage plus the width of the cage is the maximum size of the snake. So a 4x2 would handle up to a 6 foot snake.

[Aerries]

A 4x2 will probably work for a male but not a female. The general rule of thumb i like to use is the length of the cage plus the width of the cage is the maximum size of the snake. So a 4x2 would handle up to a 6 foot snake.

Well, I’m not sure how big she’s gonna get, no idea if she’s a reg Boa or another locale or what ever, she was sold to me as a Colombian Red Tail. But honestly, I really don’t care, I know she’ll get anywhere from 6-8 feet I imagine maybe 9 🤣 doubtful. But here’s from the other night

And when we got her what a huge change in a little time frame.


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[c0r3yr0s3]

Mine was sold as a Colombian red tail too. He's 6' and I have no idea of his age. I like big enclosures even if they aren't necessary

[CloudtheBoa]

That size sounds perfect! I also like the bigger cages, I have a couple 6'x2'x3's (LxWxH), and they seem to appreciate them! I have a retic in one and my 6.5' adult in the other atm.