Ideas/suggestions for next addition?

[ASP]

So I’ve decided that I would like to add another species to the or two within the next year or so. I’m torn at the moment because there are so many out there to choose from that I would love to keep. Currently I have a pair of Texas Indigos, 3 crested geckos, and a Tokay. I am considering other species of Drymarchon at the moment because I have loved every aspect of keeping the Texas Indigos to this point (even with the not so pleasant poops), but I would like to see what other suggestions y’all may have first. Thanks y’all in advance!

[Homebody]

For those of you, like me, that don't know what a Drymarchon is: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drymarchon.

[Malum Argenteum]

Any criteria on what you can keep? Any sort of itch you're trying to scratch? In what ways should it be different than what you currently keep? Want something easy to get along with, or that isn't common, or that needs more involved care than you're currently required to give? Are you looking for a good display animal, or something more intellectual? One, or a group of something?

[Homebody]

If you're looking for a small, easy to care for and fun to interact with snake, I recommend a Children's python. If you prefer large snakes, Bredl's python keepers are always raving about their snakes.

[Bogertophis]

So far, I'd say you have great taste in reptiles, but it's hard to know what really appeals to you- there's so many options, & a wide range of sizes too. If you like larger & more active snakes, you might enjoy something like a Taiwan Beauty rat snake. I've raised & kept those in the past, & I had no trouble with them biting but they're not boring, either- more like a racer than a rat snake. Not snakes that want to sit still much, that's for sure.

I've had many kinds of snakes over the years, & it's impossible to pick a favorite, because they're all good at different things. For mellow & curious snakes, I love Trans Pecos & Bairds rat snakes, but I'm guessing from what you have so far, they might not be challenging enough? I enjoy bull & gopher snakes too, & most rat snakes.

While I never planned to have such a large (heavy) snake, I also loved having a Mexican boa (BCI)- she was a feisty rescue that had a number of previous owners for her first year, until she finally landed with me, & she never even once bit me, but I understood her better & helped her to finally feel safe. Let us know what you decide on-

[dakski]

I second a Boa, a Boa Imperator (BI) in particular.

You can get dwarf BI's but a male BI will generally stay smaller than a female BI and if you do not overfeed will not be too much for one person.

My female BI is 9 years old in June and is about 6 to 6 1/2 feet and about 9 pounds. My male BI is about 6 years old and 5ish feet and about 3 3/4 pounds. They are both happy and healthy but not overfed.

BI's eat like clockwork, come in a variety of morphs, and have the best balance of inquisitive, fun to handle (active but slow moving and chill), and are hardy if you provide proper conditions.

The two downsides and why they are intermediate snakes and not beginner snakes are their size and strength and they are aggressive feeders. The latter can be good because they don't skip meals and they are predictable. The size can be fun too, but if you are not used to a potentially 7 foot and 15 pound snake, you should probably hold one before you commit. You also need a big tank and one that holds humidity well.

Having said all that, I wish I had gotten into boas sooner. They are really awesome snakes. Beautiful and docile and chill but still very inquisitive and fun.

Anyway, that's my two cents. Happy to answer questions on Boas, corn snakes, BP's, and Carpet Pythons. I have all of them.

Good luck and keep us posted.

[ASP]

Any criteria on what you can keep? Any sort of itch you're trying to scratch? In what ways should it be different than what you currently keep? Want something easy to get along with, or that isn't common, or that needs more involved care than you're currently required to give? Are you looking for a good display animal, or something more intellectual? One, or a group of something?

The biggest criteria is going to be no hots and no giant species. As for itches, I’m not entirely certain, but I would say something brighter and more vibrant in coloration. A great display animal that i would say is uncommon but and spiciness is not a concern. I would like to pick up a pair of whatever I get next just in case I decide in the future I would ever like to breed them.

[ASP]

If you're looking for a small, easy to care for and fun to interact with snake, I recommend a Children's python. If you prefer large snakes, Bredl's python keepers are always raving about their snakes.

Bredl’s are actually a species I was looking into at one point lol

[ASP]

So far, I'd say you have great taste in reptiles, but it's hard to know what really appeals to you- there's so many options, & a wide range of sizes too. If you like larger & more active snakes, you might enjoy something like a Taiwan Beauty rat snake. I've raised & kept those in the past, & I had no trouble with them biting but they're not boring, either- more like a racer than a rat snake. Not snakes that want to sit still much, that's for sure.

I've had many kinds of snakes over the years, & it's impossible to pick a favorite, because they're all good at different things. For mellow & curious snakes, I love Trans Pecos & Bairds rat snakes, but I'm guessing from what you have so far, they might not be challenging enough? I enjoy bull & gopher snakes too, & most rat snakes.

While I never planned to have such a large (heavy) snake, I also loved having a Mexican boa (BCI)- she was a feisty rescue that had a number of previous owners for her first year, until she finally landed with me, & she never even once bit me, but I understood her better & helped her to finally feel safe. Let us know what you decide on-

Well thank ya! There’s definitely a preference towards larger more active and curious species. My indigos have done well to foster that with their constant watching while I’m in the room (now this is probably them hoping to be fed an extra meal, the gluttons lol).

It really is impossible and this is a large part of the reason why I’m torn. Like I said I love everything about my Indigos, and why I’m heavily considering adding another species of Drymarchon, but I’d also like to add some variety and look into other species as well. A challenging species isn’t a must have, but I would be a liar if said I didn’t enjoy a challenge.

Aww, well it’s glad that she found a good home and was able to develop that trust with you! I do love me some boas, they are all just so beautiful! I absolutely will! And once the weather warms up here finally and I can get some good pictures, I’ll share the others on here as well!

[ASP]

I second a Boa, a Boa Imperator (BI) in particular.

You can get dwarf BI's but a male BI will generally stay smaller than a female BI and if you do not overfeed will not be too much for one person.

My female BI is 9 years old in June and is about 6 to 6 1/2 feet and about 9 pounds. My male BI is about 6 years old and 5ish feet and about 3 3/4 pounds. They are both happy and healthy but not overfed.

BI's eat like clockwork, come in a variety of morphs, and have the best balance of inquisitive, fun to handle (active but slow moving and chill), and are hardy if you provide proper conditions.

The two downsides and why they are intermediate snakes and not beginner snakes are their size and strength and they are aggressive feeders. The latter can be good because they don't skip meals and they are predictable. The size can be fun too, but if you are not used to a potentially 7 foot and 15 pound snake, you should probably hold one before you commit. You also need a big tank and one that holds humidity well.

Having said all that, I wish I had gotten into boas sooner. They are really awesome snakes. Beautiful and docile and chill but still very inquisitive and fun.

Anyway, that's my two cents. Happy to answer questions on Boas, corn snakes, BP's, and Carpet Pythons. I have all of them.

Good luck and keep us posted.

Thank you! I definitely have had an interest in boas before, they are absolutely beautiful. Ive heard that they were good eaters before, but when you say aggressive feeders is it like an always in feeding mode kind of response or just there won’t be any concerns about them eating? Thank you again for the info! And I absolutely will!