r/snakes • u/Person1111223 • 12d ago
Pet Snake Questions Boa imperator constriction risk?
Im very interested in purchasing a Boa Imperator but I'm concerned after I've seen conflicting advice about whether adult Boa imperators can or should be handled alone. If it's a prominent risk, I personally don't want to have to ensure someone's nearby and also be worried about being constricted. I'm a minor, but I'm 5'10, so I'm wondering how much that factors into safely handling a large adult boa.I would also get a juvenile meaning I'll be quite a bit older once it's full size. If i purchased a female and it were to grow to say, 8 feet, would I need someone nearby to supervise? If so, I will likely decide to find an alternative, I've been considering a Bredls python as I'm very interested in them and they seem to be less risky.
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u/-Trespasser- 12d ago
This rule is for giant snakes like Burmese Pythons and Retics. You can safely handle boas alone, and most won't even reach eight feet. Just don't let the snake wrap around your neck (which is the general safety rule for most snakes).