![]() They also need an enclosure that is the appropriate size and that has enhancements to provide places to bask and burrow. Rosy boas have quite specific temperature and humidity requirements, so providing them with an enclosure that maximizes their health and comfort is going to be critical. That makes them a great choice for beginners (or experts who want a low-maintenance snake).īut it’s still important to understand the primary care and habitat requirements of this species. You’ll be able to build quite a strong bond with them over this time! Rosy Boa CareĪs we mentioned earlier, rosy boa care is not very challenging. Their potential lifespan makes this species a great snake for anyone who wants to establish a long-term relationship with their pet. This assumes consistent and high-quality care. The typical lifespan of a rosy boa can reach up to 30 years. ![]() Hatchlings are about 10 inches long at birth. You can usually find room for them in just about any home situation!Įxpert Tip: Females tend to be slightly larger than males, but they are still within the average size range. This size means these snakes are considered medium-sized, which makes them fairly owner-friendly. However some rosy boas have been known to reach 48 inches! The average rosy boa size is between 24 and 36 inches in length at maturity. All rosy boas have a pinkish belly, which is where they get their name. However, there is one constant between all the different location-based variations. The combination of body color and stripes is often a good indication of the regional origin of the snake. It's also very important to wash your hands thoroughly after handling their food, because the scent can confuse them, as well.Depending on where it’s from, the rosy boa will also have stripes of maroon, orange, brown or black. ![]() This can lead to bites, as the snake's vision is weak and it may confuse the heat coming from your body with the prey and bite you by accident. It's best to use reptile tongs to feed your boa constrictor, as you do not want the snake to confuse your hands with the prey. Once they reach age three, you can move to a final feeding schedule of every three or four weeks for a female and every two to three weeks for a male. After this, females can eat every three weeks, and males typically eat every two weeks. Snakes up to a year old should eat every seven to 10 days, and then every two weeks until they reach their second year. Baby boa constrictors grow faster than adults, so they require more frequent feedings. Always provide your boa with a clean bowl of water to go along with their meal.īoa constrictors can be fed once a week to a couple of times per month, depending on the age of the snake. A good rule of thumb to remember when feeding is that the prey should be no wider than the widest part of the snake's body. Pet boa constrictors in captivity can eat pre-killed prey such as rats and mice. Typical food choices for a pet boa constrictor are mice, rats, chicks, and even small rabbits. Snakes can be seriously burned if lights are placed incorrectly.īoa constrictors are carnivores and eat live prey. Place the lighting in a way that the snake does not come into direct contact with the bulb. If you choose to use light, use full-spectrum lighting or a low-watt incandescent bulb during the day. They do not require UV (ultraviolet) light to maintain their health, but you can use a light if you prefer. Heat tape or adhesive pads can be placed on the underside of the glass enclosure. Heat lamps and ceramic elements can be mounted to the top of the enclosure to direct heat downward. Heat the enclosure with ceramic emitters, heat lamps, and heating pads. ![]() There are several ways you can heat and maintain the temperature of the habitat. Temperatures at night should be between 75 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. The snake needs to be able to move from warmer to cooler areas of the enclosure.ĭuring the day the temperature in the main part of the habitat should be between 80 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit, with a basking area of about 95 degrees. ![]() When keeping a boa constrictor as a pet, you will need to maintain a proper temperature in your snake's habitat. In the wild, they use the sun for this purpose. Snakes need external sources of heat since they cannot regulate their body temperatures. ![]()
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