Ideas/suggestions for next addition?

[Malum Argenteum]

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.

As far as appearance and maybe a little spice, Brazilian Rainbow Boas might be worth looking into. I'm not so sure about their display potential (I've never set any of mine up in a proper display enclosure), though. Fun species, though the morphs (the albinos, anyway) apparently still have some bugs to be worked out of them.

Though I've not kept these, it sounds like what you're after is a Green Tree Python. My understanding is that seeking out pathogen tested USCBB specimens directly from a conscientious breeder is worth the effort, and that's absolutely the way I'd go if I got into them.

[Homebody]

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

If your looking for a more colorful spicy challenge, consider the amazon tree boa.

[dakski]

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!

Kind of both, but it is a good thing.

They hit hard and eat every time. The hitting hard is the aggressive feeder part. I make sure to get the prey item right in front of them quick so they don't miss. They have good aim though. My BP will be striking all over the place so she is an enthusiastic feeder, which boas are as well, but they hit like a freight train. BAM. That can be intimidating for some people. A big snake that nails their prey.

The other thing is they are always wanting food. Two of my boas will nail the doors if I walk by at night hoping for food. I put drapes up and that prevents it most of the time.

I have hook trained all my large snakes (my boas and my carpet python). Feliz, my dwarf BC, can be striking at the door or ready to and I tap him and rub him with the hook for a few seconds and he turns into a puppy dog. I can take him right out and he is friendly and curious.

Absolutely hook train! If you do and handle them with respect and care (like I do all my snakes) they are gentle and docile and fun.

Again, not a beginner snake. However, once my boas know food is not coming they are wonderful snakes to handle.

I am not trying to scare you, or anyone else for that matter, but boas deserve respect and knowledge of what you are getting when you acquire one.

If you understand that, and get a younger boa so you can grow together (especially if you are new boas), I highly recommend them.

If size is an issue, there are many species of dwarf BI's. They are not all as calm as the bigger BI's but it can be individual boa specific as well type of genes, etc. Feliz is a Venezuelan Dwarf BC, but they are hard to come by. If you can find one, they are amazing. BIG BC temperament in a small body.

Feliz is is almost 8 years old and he is about 5 1/2 feet and 2kg/4ish pounds.

[EL-Ziggy]

You can't go wrong with a carpet or boa. They're both perfect snakes to keep in my opinion. Carpets are the best display animals. If you're up for a challenge, scrub pythons are amazing. They're large but manageable, and they can be a little spicy. If you want a really cool, fierce, but smaller snake, kings are an awesome option.