Well, regarding the QT issue, I purchased all three of my boas from terrific and reputable and respected breeders and will keep them away from my ball pythons for 6 months. I have read, and thank goodness have never experienced, that boas can be asymptomatic with IBD for at least 6 months. I feel as though I am protecting my ball pythons from this infectious disease that would kill them quickly.

I feel that if I had not purchased the boas from such awesome breeders, my QT time would be more akin to a year. I always handle the ball pythons first and then the boas, etc etc (usual QT procedures) and I also have them house in completely separate areas of the house.

Regarding your boas level of curiosity, all I can say is all three of my boas have different personalities, though all are more curious and active than the ball pythons. One boa is chill and laid back, one boa is snarky and Queen of all she surveys, and one boa is a little shy and reserved.

Since your boa is so little, it is likely that he will go through many changes as the two of you get to know each other and as you continue to learn his body language. It's a fun journey- enjoy