GTB vs. ETP

[mjvale1]

Comparitivly on the issue of being able to hold the snakes is the Green Trea Boa more firendly than that of the Emerald Tree Python??? I did a seach but could not find much on the subject comparing the two.

[jglass38]

Do you mean a Green Tree Python vs an Emerald Tree Boa? I think you might have them reversed..

ETBs are known to be somewhat nippy and temperamental. GTPs temperaments seem to depend on their locale. Both have husbandry needs that makes them not ideal for beginners.

[xdeus]

Jeremy is right. (Sorry, couldn't resist after reading the Fauna thread)

Your best bet for a "friendly" GTP or ETB would probably be an Aru or Sorong GTP. However, a lot depends on the individual snake. Both species probably shouldn't handled more than a few minutes once a week, especially as neonates. They are very prone to kinking, prolapses, and constipation. If you can handle the problems and husbandry requirements, they make a great addition to any collection.

[jglass38]

Jeremy is right. (Sorry, couldn't resist after reading the Fauna thread)

Your best bet for a "friendly" GTP or ETB would probably be an Aru or Sorong GTP. However, a lot depends on the individual snake. Both species probably shouldn't handled more than a few minutes once a week, especially as neonates. They are very prone to kinking, prolapses, and constipation. If you can handle the problems and husbandry requirements, they make a great addition to any collection.

You suck dude!

And yes, GTPs are not for handling, they are for looking at in awe...I love me some Chondros but I don't have the time or patience for one at this point. I thought Biaks were supposed to be the most friendly?

[xdeus]

And yes, GTPs are not for handling, they are for looking at in awe...I love me some Chondros but I don't have the time or patience for one at this point. I thought Biaks were supposed to be the most friendly?

They actually don't take much time other than misting them every day. Cleaning their cage is a breeze because they're always off the floor. Oh, and from what I read, Biaks are probably the fiesitest out of all the locales. I think that's why their name rhymes with Biat :cens0r: .

[mjvale1]

Thanx for the Info It will be a while till I get another snake, but I'm researching them for now!!!

[DanRC30]

Biaks are the most aggressive GTP's. If you want a tame gtp, start looking at these locales: Jayapura, Wamena, Aru, Kafiau, Lereh, and Sorong. You have a much better chance at finding a tame one from those locales than a Biak... but tame Biaks aren't undeard of... just very uncommon.

[fishmommy]

I am also interested in knowing the differences, but not from a handling perspective. What are the husbandry or behavior differences? How to people generally choose....looks alone? Or are there other considerations?

thanx

[Rapture]

They are very similar snakes... one difference is the ETB is capable of reaching longer lengths than the GTP. Seeing as they are from very similar habitats, I would guess that husbandry and behavior habits are similar. As far as looks go, it's my personal opinon that the boas have a more masculine look than the pythons.

[4theSNAKElady]

I held a ETB from the Amazon Basin at a reptile show....it seemed really friendly. I asked the guy why it was so friendly, aren't they usually nasty? He said it was because it was from the Amazon basin. The snake was pretty, and so was the pricetag-$1200