My question of the day to the multi snakers.

[Gio]

Well, it's been said here that stopping at 1 snake is hard to do. I've found that after we got our son a B/P and things ended up being easy (thanks to great advice here), I've got a fever for not just more cowbell, but for another snake.

I'm certainly a fan of the B/P's and actually love the normal colored ones. I'd like to go with something a little larger and a little more "busy" and I mean a little. Nothing overly defensive or in constant motion.

Basic care and husbandry similar to the B/P would be nice.


I've looked at the Dumerils Boa and was almost completely sold on that snake. Today at the reptile store one of the workers really liked the Red Tail boas and told me 6-9FT was average and the big 10-13's were somewhat rare.

I also like the Argentine Boa and if I understand correctly they handle cooler temps well??


Out of those 3 what are your favorites, why and which do you think is easiest to care for?

Nothing will happen for at least a year and I'm open to a few other options. I didn't feel the blood python, or any dwarf versions were in the cards.

What besides the B/P is you favorite constrictor?

[interloc]

Red tailed boa. Very good demeanor, eats awesome, curious and awesome. I have 12 ball and a boa and it's awesome. The males tend to stay smaller. Like max at about 6-7 feet. Id recommend that.


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[KatStoverReptiles]

You could also look into some of the smaller boas. Hog Islands stay smaller on average and I think some of the Central American boas stay smaller than the South American sub species. Food for thought.


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[notmyfault]

You could also look into some of the smaller boas. Hog Islands stay smaller on average and I think some of the Central American boas stay smaller than the South American sub species. Food for thought.

Totally agree, I have a Hog Island boa and love it. The difference in personality is also a good change if you want something a little more active than your BP.

There are tons of dwarf boa localities out there. Just make sure you do your research. Rio Bravo Reptiles and Cutting Edge Herp both have sites with good info on the various localities so they are great places to start looking.

Happy hunting!

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[Mike41793]

Red tailed boa. Very good demeanor, eats awesome, curious and awesome. I have 12 ball and a boa and it's awesome. The males tend to stay smaller. Like max at about 6-7 feet. Id recommend that.


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Would you say they are... Awesome?
jk

OP: i would talk to Daybreaker. Shes got alot of different boas and could probably reccomend a good one.

[Andybill]

Totally agree, I have a Hog Island boa and love it.

Yeah me too! Hes my favorite of all my snakes and he is a garbage disposal! they are really cool!

[pigfat]

I love my red tail boa. Eats amazing, never have to worry about being picky. Always curious to get out and "explore". And who doesn't love a good mustache?


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[BallsUnlimited]

Ball pythons Boas were always my favorite an were what i always collected. had a few corn\kings but always traded them after a short time for a bp

[Tfpets]

Dumerils is my favorite! Very curious, friendly and a great eater. Also beautiful pattern and color. The only
My colombian red tails are great also, just slightly lower on my boa list. They to are curious, friendly (usually), and always eat great.
My Colombia x hog islands are all of the above but the male will not tame down. The female is wonderful but both of them are very busy.
Overall I say Dumerils, you won't be disappointed!

[DooLittle]

Would you say they are... Awesome?
jk

OP: i would talk to Daybreaker. Shes got alot of different boas and could probably reccomend a good one.

Umm, yes, I would say red tails are AWESOME! I love mine, such a different experience. He likes to be out, isn't shy, is curious and explores. He will hook his tail in my hair or tank top strap and cruise around and chill for as long as I let him. Eats like a champ, doesn't hide, so you can always see him. They aren't, (at least mine) jumpy like some bps when someone moves fast. They just don't seem to stress as easy. Male bci, will stay smaller. My vote is a male bci boa!!

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