so like....

Psyche · 02-23-12, 02:13 AM

I'm torn right now... i kinda want to get a larger snake, i was thinking a retic or a burm, but part of me isnt overly sure because... well... all i've got is my bp and i'm wondering if i would have what it takes >_<
i'm open for any sort of advice on this honestly, and obviously you guys are the best to go to

I'm probably only ever going to own 2 snakes, if that means anything :P

red ink · 02-23-12, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Psyche

I'm torn right now... i kinda want to get a larger snake, i was thinking a retic or a burm, but part of me isnt overly sure because... well... all i've got is my bp and i'm wondering if i would have what it takes >_<
i'm open for any sort of advice on this honestly, and obviously you guys are the best to go to

I'm probably only ever going to own 2 snakes, if that means anything :P

Black head python

or

Coastal carpet

Big without being "big"

Your sig already says you have two snakes.

Psyche · 02-23-12, 02:29 AM

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Black head python

Your sig already says you have two snakes.

The BRB was stolen from me some time back :\

red ink · 02-23-12, 02:37 AM

Sorry to hear that mate.

Caylan · 02-23-12, 02:54 AM

I would look into coastals, olives, and boa constrictors if I were you, they are great larger snakes that are easier to care for then a burm or retic. Black heads too, though I don't like them lol. That's my preference. Bredli's are also plenty big and are thicker and heavier then most carpets I find. At 8 feet they are impressive! Like scrub pythons only dense. Females usually get larger then males as you know, so go for a female if you want size. Sorry to hear about your Rainbow Boa, that really sucks... Good luck!

Terranaut · 02-23-12, 03:12 AM

I second a Boa or Carpet. Easy to care for and not huge huge. Boas are great . They get impressive,look great and won't break the bank for food. Carpets are also just as cool in every way. The difference is Boas tend to be about 1/3 as active as Carpets. So if you want a snake to watch TV with get a Boa. A snake you have to chase and keep both eyes on get a Carpet. Or better yet do what I did .... Get both

Big enough???

Caylan · 02-23-12, 03:48 AM

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I second a Boa or Carpet. Easy to care for and not huge huge. Boas are great . They get impressive,look great and won't break the bank for food. Carpets are also just as cool in every way. The difference is Boas tend to be about 1/3 as active as Carpets. So if you want a snake to watch TV with get a Boa. A snake you have to chase and keep both eyes on get a Carpet. Or better yet do what I did .... Get both

Big enough???

Plenty big! Great family shots! The amount of strength still at that size is very impressive, you probably don't the strength of a burm going against you while you're on your own. A boa or a Carpet may not seem big, but they are when you hold them. Best to stay in range of what you can handle. I wouldn't go as big as a burm or a retic as your second snake. Take a look above and that's what you want, trust me!

Psyche · 02-23-12, 04:11 AM

those are beautiful snakes! do you guys know of any reputable breeders?

Jenn_06 · 02-23-12, 04:43 AM

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those are beautiful snakes! do you guys know of any reputable breeders?

Well what kind of snake are you looking for?

Terranaut · 02-23-12, 11:52 AM

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those are beautiful snakes! do you guys know of any reputable breeders?

My sunglow female came from here. She is great, healthy and easy to manage.
http://www.salmonboa.com/
The website doesn't seem to have been updated in along time but if he is still doing business....great snakes.

Jenn_06 · 02-23-12, 04:41 AM

Yeah I would move up slow to the real big ones, I started out with ball python then moved to boas then retics and burm. There are a lot of snakes out there that get big but not too BIG.