Quote Originally Posted by Gio View Post
I want to add a thing or two. First off anything from Russo is top notch! You have a true locality boa. Russo and Gus Rentfro are THE authorities on boa constrictors.

You will be thrilled with the level of activity and lack of shyness from your boa compared to the royals. Your island locality boa will be quite semi arboreal and I'd prepare the cage for climbing and perching. Boa constrictors in general are semi arboreal and the island boas even more-so.

The early snappiness you are experiencing is common and nothing to worry about. Your boa won't get HUGE either so you probably will never be bothered by a bite even if you do get whacked by him as an adult.

Stop and think about what you really have. Your boa is a TRUE locality boa!! That is really something special these days. I have 1 royal (my son's) and 1 boa. I would die for another boa!

My advice if you are holding at 3 snakes, at least for now is to totally deck out your boa's cage and prepare for a nice display snake. Congrats!
That makes me feel even better about my purchase!

What would you recommend me adding to his enclosure so my boa can climb and perch?