2018 0.1 Boa Constrictor Occidentalis, Argentine Boa, Progression

[richardhind1972]

Omg, that's one absolutely stunning boa. Them pinks are just stunning jmcrook and I love the lighter coloured head

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[Snagrio]

I wasn't even aware boas could get so bright red/pinkish like that, holy cow.

Absolute stunner she is.

[jmcrook]

Indoor lighting pictures with the floor lamp in the snake room. Absolute insanity. Having a seriously torturous internal struggle over whether or not to snap up a boyfriend for her.






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[dakski]

She's amazing. One of my favorite boas on the site, for sure.

[Bogertophis]

... Absolute insanity. Having a seriously torturous internal struggle over whether or not to snap up a boyfriend for her...

I can't believe that you're actually still struggling with this decision! How have you held off this long? She's gorgeous & one of MY faves too (fyi).

[jmcrook]

I can't believe that you're actually still struggling with this decision! How have you held off this long? She's gorgeous & one of MY faves too (fyi).

Hah! It’s been tough. It’s easy to see taking on another animal while I’m on summer break, but have to remember how much time my career takes up from August to May. In a handful of years it will hopefully change a bit in the event that I receive tenure at my institution.

Also the possibility of finding alternative teaching positions and would have to move if I found a better opportunity. The thought of moving all those enclosures and animals gives me anxiety. I do have a very good gig at my university and my colleagues are my best friends, so not planning to move any time soon.

The last thing I want is for this part of my life to feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable lifelong passion. I certainly don’t think that would be the case, but if I were to have breeding success in the future (with Argentine Boas and/or my Brisbane coastal carpets) I’d keep back a pair at minimum and numbers could get wild quickly.

Another breeding note is that it is one of the most dangerous things you can do to any animal. Complications can and do occur, and I would be devastated to lose Mirabelle. And in an equal and opposite direction I would be absolutely elated to see her have a litter.

I also have sort of an agreement with myself to keep all snakes confined to one room and no cage floor on any stack above chest/shoulder height. Once they take up space elsewhere in the apt I’ll just fill the damn place haha!

But lastly, how often will I have the chance to get another animal of that caliber? You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.

The way my brain works is why this is so difficult. Trying to be a reasonable and responsible adult looking ahead at the long game is hard sometimes.


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[EL-Ziggy]

The color change on your girl is amazing Crook. Now that we've seen your Max Pink, and my normal, I'd like to see a TPos Argie pop up on the forum . That way we can see the full spectrum of their beauty. My girl just had her first large rat a few days ago. It was supposed to go to my male bullsnake but it was pretty close in size to the medium I was going to feed her so I decided to switch the two prey items. She devoured it easily and happily. The bullsnake on the other hand is probably a little disappointed with the smaller meal.

[jmcrook]

The color change on your girl is amazing Crook. Now that we've seen your Max Pink, and my normal, I'd like to see a TPos Argie pop up on the forum . That way we can see the full spectrum of their beauty. My girl just had her first large rat a few days ago. It was supposed to go to my male bullsnake but it was pretty close in size to the medium I was going to feed her so I decided to switch the two prey items. She devoured it easily and happily. The bullsnake on the other hand is probably a little disappointed with the smaller meal.

Duuuuuuude! That girl is looking incredible! Dark black bco are under appreciated in my opinion. Honestly expected my girl to darken with age and she went the opposite direction. They’ve definitely gotten some more love in the last few years somewhat out of the blue (and with a substantial price increase to match).

I agree, I’d like to see a T+ and maybe some motley BCO around here as well.

My girl has been on mediums most of the summer and has been growing accordingly. Not pushing her too hard, but man does she like to eat. Doubtful she’ll see larges this year, but very likely by next spring.

Thanks for sharing, Zig!


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[Bogertophis]

Hah! It’s been tough. It’s easy to see taking on another animal while I’m on summer break, but have to remember how much time my career takes up from August to May. In a handful of years it will hopefully change a bit in the event that I receive tenure at my institution.

Also the possibility of finding alternative teaching positions and would have to move if I found a better opportunity. The thought of moving all those enclosures and animals gives me anxiety. I do have a very good gig at my university and my colleagues are my best friends, so not planning to move any time soon.

The last thing I want is for this part of my life to feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable lifelong passion. I certainly don’t think that would be the case, but if I were to have breeding success in the future (with Argentine Boas and/or my Brisbane coastal carpets) I’d keep back a pair at minimum and numbers could get wild quickly.

Another breeding note is that it is one of the most dangerous things you can do to any animal. Complications can and do occur, and I would be devastated to lose Mirabelle. And in an equal and opposite direction I would be absolutely elated to see her have a litter.

I also have sort of an agreement with myself to keep all snakes confined to one room and no cage floor on any stack above chest/shoulder height. Once they take up space elsewhere in the apt I’ll just fill the damn place haha!

But lastly, how often will I have the chance to get another animal of that caliber? You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.

The way my brain works is why this is so difficult. Trying to be a reasonable and responsible adult looking ahead at the long game is hard sometimes.


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I totally understand, believe me. And the "right answer" is different for each of us, & varies at different times, so it's only for you alone to decide- every animal deserves our sincere commitment.

One point you made that I seldom hear (but have likewise considered) is the health risks of breeding to our cherished pets. No matter what you decide, you've considered very carefully. (Unless of course you just give up & toss a coin? LOL)

[richardhind1972]

Indoor lighting pictures with the floor lamp in the snake room. Absolute insanity. Having a seriously torturous internal struggle over whether or not to snap up a boyfriend for her.






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She really is absolutely stunning jmcrook. Her light pink colour is truly outstanding.

I can understand why you want a worthy male for her, no point in going with a second best male for her that's for sure.

It's true that accidents with the male and females are definitely to be considered

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