How Massive Do Boa Constrictors Get? Boa Size and Weight

Boa constrictors are one of the crucial widespread ‘giant’ snakes which might be saved by hobbyists everywhere in the world! Boas are distinctive in that very often small to medium sized reptiles are beneficial for newbie pets and small to medium sized snakes are not any exception.

Nonetheless, the large-sized boa constrictor is commonly beneficial and may be the ‘good’ snake for a newbie. Boa constrictors can attain lengths of as much as 12 ft or extra! …most boas although will common between 6 and eight ft with females usually being bigger than males. Very giant feminine boas can attain a weight of 60 lbs, with the typical boa constrictor being between 20 and 30 kilos.

Make no mistake, boa constrictors are LARGE snakes! Not solely are they LONG however they’re HEAVY-BODIED! The perfect factor about these giant snakes may be that regardless of their measurement, they’ll make great pets!

Crimson Tailed Boa Constrictor Measurement

Two of the most typical and most saved boa constrictors are the BBC and BCI. Most reptile and snake-keepers will discuss with BOTH BCC and BCI boas as “red-tailed” boas though solely BCCs are thought of to be true red-tailed boas. 

BBC Boa Constrictor Constrictor

The BBC – boa constritor constrictor or the true red-tailed boa may be discovered within the nations of Venezuela, Peru, Suriname and Guyana. BCC boas are typically a little bit bigger, on common, than BCI boas. Additionally they are likely to have a richer, darker, extra ‘crimson’ coloration to the tip of their tails; therefore the “red-tailed boa” nomenclature.

BCI Boa Constrictor Imperator

The BCI – boa constrictor Imperator or widespread boa is native to Columbia, Central America and Hog Island. BCI boas are typically a bit smaller than their BCC cousins they usually may also show extra muted coloration in comparison with the deep reds of true red-tails. One advantage of the BCI boa is that additionally are typically simpler to tame and have an much more pleasing disposition.

Boa Constrictor Measurement; Male vs Feminine

Like many snakes, feminine boa constrictors are likely to develop to a bigger measurement than their male counterparts. Females are more likely to succeed in most measurement, which may be greater than 12 ft! Females are additionally heavier than males doubtlessly weighing 60 lbs or extra!

Males have a tendency to remain between 6 to eight ft lengthy and should weigh between 20 and 30 kilos. BCC females will likely be bigger than BCI females; the identical being true for the typical male BCC and BCI as properly.

Weight problems In Boa Constrictors

Boa constrictors are typically superb eaters and it’s not fairly often that they are going to refuse meals. Due to this boa constrictors will proceed to placed on weight in proportion to the quantity of meals that they’re fed. Sadly some boa keepers attempt to impress others by having the largest or the heaviest boa constrictor attainable.

Sadly, snakes which might be power-fed or overfed achieve weight at a fast tempo; the extra they’re fed, the larger they develop. Severely overweight boa constrictors are a too widespread incidence within the reptile passion. Over-feeding your snake simply to pack on as a lot measurement as attainable is just not solely merciless, it’s woefully unhealthy to your boa constrictor!

Don’t Let a Boa’s Giant Measurement Scare you!

Boas are a lot bigger than different widespread snakes discovered within the reptile passion equivalent to corn snakes, king snakes and even ball pythons; however a boa’s giant measurement is a part of what makes them so nice!

Regardless of being a big snake, a boa constrictor docile temperament and ease of care could make these ‘giant than-life’ reptiles a sensible choice for even novice reptile keepers!