Snake
Central American Boa
Boa imperator- Origin
- Mexico, Central America and northwestern South America
- Adult size
- 150–250 cm long
- Temperature
- 26–32 °C
- Humidity
- 55–70%
- Adults eat
- About every 21 days
The Central American boa is a large, heavy constrictor. It can live 25 to 30 years and females reach over 2 metres. It needs a big enclosure and a keeper who is ready for its size.
Give a warm side of 30 to 32 °C and a cool side of 26 to 28 °C, with humidity of 55 to 70%. Use a thermostat on every heat source.
Feed juveniles every 7 to 10 days and adults every 2 to 3 weeks. Overfeeding causes obesity. Check your provincial permit rules before you buy. It is listed on CITES Appendix II.