Some photos taken during cleaning time... Misc group of snakes

[Evenstar]

Chris, can you share a little info on the Bimini Island Boas? What are they like? Are these the ones that you told me once are somewhat difficult to start feeding as neonates? They need to be started on lizards? Forgive me if I'm a bit confused, lol. I've been looking into several various species recently and its hard to keep everything straight...

They are awesome looking...

[bioteacher]

Thanks Kali! Always happy to help with info and will readily "talk shop" on herp species!

The Bimini boas (Epicrates striatus fosteri) also usually start on lizards, but are easier to switch and mine readily take f/t mice hoppers and weanlings. They are also super friendly. When I pick them up they love to wrap around my wrist and fingers and just relax. Very awesome species. They should also become more black and iridescent (google them, as I don't have adult photos).

The one's that are harder to start are the Haitian boas (Epicrates striatus striatus). At least mine have been harder to get eating regular mice meals. They currently are assist fed mice pinkies and medium adult rat tails. Also, super friendly snakes though!

I'm also not sure if Bimini Island boas are allowed for interstate commerce without a permit because it is IUCN Threatened species (I believe - not sure on the current status). I know not many people are working with them. I absolutely love them though and am excited for some breeding within the next 2-3 years!!!

[Evenstar]

Thanks Kali! Always happy to help with info and will readily "talk shop" on herp species!

The Bimini boas (Epicrates striatus fosteri) also usually start on lizards, but are easier to switch and mine readily take f/t mice hoppers and weanlings. They are also super friendly. When I pick them up they love to wrap around my wrist and fingers and just relax. Very awesome species. They should also become more black and iridescent (google them, as I don't have adult photos).

The one's that are harder to start are the Haitian boas (Epicrates striatus striatus). At least mine have been harder to get eating regular mice meals. They currently are assist fed mice pinkies and medium adult rat tails. Also, super friendly snakes though!

I'm also not sure if Bimini Island boas are allowed for interstate commerce without a permit because it is IUCN Threatened species (I believe - not sure on the current status). I know not many people are working with them. I absolutely love them though and am excited for some breeding within the next 2-3 years!!!

That's right, I remember that about the Haitians now. The Bimini's have sparked my interest for sure. That's the thing about snakes - there are so many cool species! I hate having to draw a line somewhere...

So add the Biminis to my ever growing wish list right after the Mussaranas.....

[Pinoy Pythons]

Not only are the snakes beautiful, the pictures are magnificent too!