new to this forum, also, some help from the experienced

[Kettennatter]

Originally Posted by yoimjohn

also, im starting to consider a red tail boa constricter.

is a 50 gallon tank to small for adult size though?

Boas have both temperature and humidity requirements. As much as I love my boa, I would stick with a domestic snake (colubrid) if you want an easy setup.

From king snakes, to corn snakes up to bull snakes: Most of the domestic snakes are relatively easy to maintain, because they are used to our climate.

[Calihusker]

All in all, I think you should do a good pileup of solo research before purchasing any snake, since your knowledge primarily lies in lizards.

[KORBIN5895]

Originally Posted by Kettennatter

Boas have both temperature and humidity requirements. As much as I love my boa, I would stick with a domestic snake (colubrid) if you want an easy setup.

From king snakes, to corn snakes up to bull snakes: Most of the domestic snakes are relatively easy to maintain, because they are used to our climate.

This is solid advice.

From your posts I don't think you are committed to making it work. You really need to stick to a room temperature snake like corns and garters. You have already been told that you should fix your lid so the humidity can stabilize and yet you ignore it. Also seeing as this is your first snake I would get something less than six feet.

Corns come in many amazing colors and patterns for under $200. The 50 gallon will last it for life. They are cheap to feed and easy to Rehome.

As for boas, I always recommend one but not this time. They need higher humidity than you seem willing to provide. They can get expensive to feed as they get older. A fifty gallon really won't adequately house one over 4.5 feet. I had a 7.5 foot female and she was easy enough for me to handle but not many people would've been able to do it. A ten foot boa will require two people to handle.

[SnakeyJay]

Originally Posted by Kettennatter

Boas have both temperature and humidity requirements. As much as I love my boa, I would stick with a domestic snake (colubrid) if you want an easy setup.

From king snakes, to corn snakes up to bull snakes: Most of the domestic snakes are relatively easy to maintain, because they are used to our climate.

Domestic snakes? This is new.... Which snakes would you consider domesticated.

[KORBIN5895]

Originally Posted by Snakey-Jay

Domestic snakes? This is new.... Which snakes would you consider domesticated.

I think he meant American continental snakes

[SnakeyJay]

Originally Posted by KORBIN5895

I think he meant American continental snakes

Ah I get you... So the humidity needs is on par with the local environment...

[Kettennatter]

Originally Posted by KORBIN5895

I think he meant American continental snakes

Indeed. Garters can be found pretty much across the street and in neighbors' basements. King Snakes can be found even in Los Angeles, etc.

In summary, a snake that could be found in your house is most likely one that is easy to keep in a simple setup.

[infernalis]

Originally Posted by Snakey-Jay

Domestic snakes? This is new.... Which snakes would you consider domesticated.

Judging by the wording, I would bet this means "Pet trade" snakes.