Help - Might inherit an RTB

[kc261]

I may be adopting an RTB from someone who is moving out of state unexpectedly. I've kept BPs and corns for about 7 years now, and RTBs have been on my "I'd like one someday list" but I really haven't researched it because I didn't expect "someday" to turn into "this week" as quickly as it did.

So, please point me in the direction of the best crash course on RTB care. If it matters, it is a male columbian who is currently about 500g.

Thanks!

[Evenstar]

Boas are easy if you have the proper enclosure. Tanks are not good as they don't hold heat or humidity very well. A male Colombian will do fine in a 4x2x2 pvc cage. You can use a good-sized tub while he's small.

Check out the caresheet here... http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...tor-imperator)

One part of this caresheet that I would change is the guideline for feeding. Boas have slow metabolisms and are much healthier if they are fed smaller prey less often. Feed a prey that does not leave a lump in the snake's belly. And, at 500g, I would feed once every 10-14 days.