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exwizard · 08-19-12, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by snake man12

Although they can it is unlikely and even if said size is reached it will take a while longer to get to that size as dums have a slower metabolism.

I agree with this. The avg size for a male Dum is about 6' max and for a female, its about 7' max. While there are exceptions, and I have one, its very rare.

Wildside · 08-19-12, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by exwizard

I hate to disagree with you on this Wildside because from what Ive seen in your previous posts, I like you and I like what what you had to say there but in this case, I dont think Splashsorm's going to have a problem with Dums especially if said Dum is acquired as a baby.

I would certainly hope disagreeing with me didn't mean you'd changed your opinion about me at all.

Let's be clear if the OP wants a Dum then by all means that's what the OP should get. I'm not trying to argue with anyone on this subject just stating my opinion based on my experience. In all fairness to the stance you guys are so boldly defending, I have much more experience with BCI and my encounters with Dum's haven't been the most pleasant at times, but that's just me. I also tend to give sales pitch as I used to have a shop. Had the OP been a customer of mine I would have steered toward the BCI to ensure maximum satisfaction based on what I know of each animal. Once hooked on that BCI I then would have pushed for a Dum as a second purchase.

Dear OP, If you really want a Dum get one. Either way you go one of these boas is a fine choice for a snake.

exwizard · 08-19-12, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Wildside

I would certainly hope disagreeing with me didn't mean you'd changed your opinion about me at all....

No worries. Nothings changed.

Splashstorm · 08-19-12, 07:17 PM

Looking at your posts, I think I will stick to a Dum, mostly because I know they won't get as big as BCIs.

snake man12 · 08-19-12, 07:19 PM

Good choice!!!

Rogue628 · 08-19-12, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by exwizard

I agree with this. The avg size for a male Dum is about 6' max and for a female, its about 7' max. While there are exceptions, and I have one, its very rare.

Black Betty! I <3 her

Honestly, both common boa (BCI) and dumerils are good starter animals in my experience. I keep both and if I had to choose between the two, I suggest dumerils. They seem to be hardier animals, their husbandry requirements can be easier for a new keeper as well, although once you got either one's husbandry down, they're both really easy to keep. My dumerils don't seem to be quite as active as my colombian boa outside their enclosures, so in my experience they can be easier for a new keeper to handle. Both have never missed a meal outside shed (although only one of my dumerils have skipped a meal during shed).

It's really your decision and your pet. Pick which one you like best and feel fits your criteria for a pet snake.