What type of snake should I get next? :) - Page 2

Ourobouros · 06-20-13, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by smy_749

@ Ourobouros,

I'm pretty sure thats not leucisitic. I can see the black spots all over him....Just because google images brought it up, doesn't make it leucistic. Also, that retic is in the 20 thousand + price tag range as far as I know, and the GTP is in the thousands as well if its a true blue not hormonal.

Oh yeah I'm far from an expert on color morphs and genetics but I have to admit they are pretty handsome snakes just the same. 8-)

smy_749 · 06-20-13, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by mikoh4792

That's why I said he could always have just the enclosure for a while and learn how to keep a constant humidity level.

If someone wants to own a green tree python in the future, do you suggest that person keep buying snakes which have incrementally higher humidity level requirements? No one has to go that far. Just research, set up the enclosure and learn how to keep it the conditions constant. Once that's done it should be fine.

Gtps are easier humidity wise. And incrementally higher, no. Step by step until you get a bit more experience, yes. I don't suggest anyone to get a GTP as a first snake, or a second snake. Thats just my opinion based on the number of things that can be messed up and detrimental to health. I don't think there are very many snakes which are difficult to keep at all (and most of the ones that are is due to diet imo) , once the parameters are good, but some are easier than others.

Mikoh4792 · 06-20-13, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by smy_749

Gtps are easier humidity wise. And incrementally higher, no. Step by step until you get a bit more experience, yes. I don't suggest anyone to get a GTP as a first snake, or a second snake. Thats just my opinion based on the number of things that can be messed up and detrimental to health. I don't think there are very many snakes which are difficult to keep at all (and most of the ones that are is due to diet imo) , once the parameters are good, but some are easier than others.

What do you mean by this?

And by the way why did you use 90% humidity as an example? I just said it was okay to get a snake that had higher humidity requirements. I never said anything about 90%.

EDIT: I take the last line of this post back. I went back to reread the conversation and realized that I responded to you after you mentioned snakes that needed 85%+ humidity.

"And by the way why did you use 90% humidity as an example? I just said it was okay to get a snake that had higher humidity requirements. I never said anything about 90%."

smy_749 · 06-20-13, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Ourobouros

Oh yeah I'm far from an expert on color morphs and genetics but I have to admit they are pretty handsome snakes just the same. 8-)

I'm not an expert either, but I'm pretty sure there aren't many of those retics at all. The 'cow' retic that nerd has up for sale is for 25,000 dollars to give an idea. And baby GTP's who MAY show some blue due to a parent with blue in it (no where near the one pictured) go for 2 g's. A true blue I'd guess would be in the 12 thousand range

alistair mh · 06-20-13, 08:56 PM

You could always go down the road of keeping Boa constrictors as a new snake. Most don,t get to big to handle easily and with all the colour morphs now available their should be something out there to tempt you.

Amadeus · 06-20-13, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by alistair mh

You could always go down the road of keeping Boa constrictors as a new snake. Most don,t get to big to handle easily and with all the colour morphs now available their should be something out there to tempt you.

I tried saying that in the first post but no one acknowledged me.

MooCow · 06-21-13, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Terranaut

What is your actual budget. " a lot of money" is a bit vague. Some people think $500 is an expensive snake and some $5000 so please narrow it down a bit.

I have 13,534.

I've been saving it since I was 12... Originally, the money was meant to go toward a whole new wardrobe of dresses, but then I met the Ball Python...

MooCow · 06-21-13, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Amadeus

I tried saying that in the first post but no one acknowledged me.

I'm actually really liking these Boa Constricters. :O Any idea what type of enclosure they would need (I'm guessing I'm going I need a custom)?

Thanks for the help everyone! I didn't expect to get so many replies.

Starbuck · 06-21-13, 03:42 AM

do you also have a job to be able to afford to feed this snake for the duration of its life? Will you be going to college soon, and can you afford to take your snakes with you, or find an apartment that allows them?

a not-dwarf boa under 8 feet i would say 4'x2'x18" should be sufficient? though bigger is always better. many of the custom enclosures come in a similar size, or larger (up to 6 or 8 feet in length).
Getting one that needs assembly/ships flat will save you quite a bit on shipping, while getting a solid piece, ready to go viv will save you a bit of hassle.

Terranaut · 06-21-13, 04:13 AM

I really like these. I have a sunglow from the same breeder(Rich Ihle) and his snakes are great qualityYou won't need anythong bigger than the above sized enclosure for a few years. If you want to go custom you will have lots of time to find exactly what you want.

Ourobouros · 06-21-13, 07:07 AM

Omg that snake iz awesome-sauceome!

KORBIN5895 · 06-21-13, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Ourobouros

Omg that snake iz awesome-sauceome!

Unfortunately I am not sure they have proved the genetics yet so if you wait a couple years the price may drop hardcore.

Terranaut · 06-21-13, 09:19 AM

Rich breeds nothing but these now. I inquired to get a sharp sunglow from him and he said he breeds nothing but these now. He is betting the farm so if it hasn't proven out yet he is taking a big risk.

Amadeus · 06-21-13, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by MooCow

I'm actually really liking these Boa Constricters. :O Any idea what type of enclosure they would need (I'm guessing I'm going I need a custom)?

Thanks for the help everyone! I didn't expect to get so many replies.

A 4x2x2 would be fine for both of the boa species I mentioned.
It could be bought or you could make your own if you are handy.

KORBIN5895 · 06-21-13, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Terranaut

Rich breeds nothing but these now. I inquired to get a sharp sunglow from him and he said he breeds nothing but these now. He is betting the farm so if it hasn't proven out yet he is taking a big risk.

Pm me about the sharp sunglow.