Difficulty of Rainbow Boa?

[Loppy]

I currently have a 11 year old Ball Python that I raised from a baby and a Gopher Snake that I have had for 4 years(don't know how old she is, as I adopted her after someone abandoned her at my apartment complex).

I love my two snakes currently, but my absolute favorite type of snake is the rainbow boa. However, I was told that they were not beginner snakes which is why I have waited so long to get one. I am currently considering finally getting one, so I was hoping to ask some of the snake experts here if they have any advice on this type of snake or know of any good breeders.

[Starbuck]

theres a number of very knowledgeable brb breeders on this forum who should be able to help you :)

[lady_bug87]

There is really nothing difficult about keeping most snakes that are commonly found in this hobby. The distinction between 'beginner' snakes and those that would be considered more appropriate for experienced keepers usually depends on the work and maintenance needed to maintain the animal.

Basically, its not hard if you're willing to do your homework

[SaveDeafDogs]

I presently own two brazilian rainbow boas and they are by far my favorite reptile to keep. The "difficulty" that most people talk about isnt actually very hard at all... a Rainbow boa really only requires three things...

A) water/humidity proof/tight cage. Whatever you do, dont use mesh and dont use melamine. Mesh screens allow too much humidity to exit the cage, and melamine will rot and decay with the high humidity needed to keep them healthy.
It sucks for viewing but I use two plastic totes from Rubbermade. I've had one snake escape once and since then I added weight to the lid and have had no issues.
B) they need to be misted daily. If you don't/arent diligent about it, they will quickly develop respiratory infections and can die in almost no time.
If you like to or have to travel....This is not the snake for you. I sacrificed many trips because there are very few people I trust enough/know enough about them not to let them die.
C) they need to be handled on a very regular basis. A lot of people that are trying to rehome their rainbows are doing it because they have become aggressive from lack of attention and are no longer pleasurable to own.

Having said all of that.... If you get the right cage, made of the right material, and you mist or have a mister set up than the humidity issue no longer becomes a problem. They are sensitive to high temperatures, so don't overheat them, low/ mid 80s is fine for an adult. Other than that.... they arent any different than any other snake. ONLY GORGEOUS.
Neither of mine have ever tried to bite me. I got one as an adult and waited to get one that I was told was friendly (I'm not a fan of aggressive snakes personally). The other I got as a juvenile, and even though i was warned that she was nippy, has still never tried to bite me and I've had her about 6 months now.

I highly recommend Brazilian Rainbow Boas, and i hope you arent discouraged by the extra care, because they really are just amazing animals :)

[desipooh.12]

Mm I'm no expert on them but I did ALOT of research before I got me one,
I waited a year & He's my 2nd snake & at first it was difficult on the temps & humidity
But then it was a breeze, I purchased mine like a month in a half ago & its doing great
But I got a baby & its a little docile, much different from a ball python,
Mine has never nipped me or tried to, surprisingly they just have they're own attitude.
If you really want one & confident then go for it, just do ALOT of research :)