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Boa Constrictor
Natural variantCommon in the tradeIntermediate to keep

Colombian / Red-tailed (wild-type)

A variant of Boa Constrictor (Boa constrictor)

Colombian / Red-tailed (wild-type)

Representative Boa Constrictorphoto — a dedicated image of this exact morph isn't available yet.

The common BCI of the trade, with brown saddles and the characteristic brick-red tail markings. Hardy, long-lived and the foundation for nearly all boa morphs.

Keeper tips for this variant

These are big, heavy snakes (2-3m) — provide a large enclosure with secure climbing and a proper thermal gradient; avoid the old myth that a small tub 'keeps them small.'

This page covers the Colombian / Red-tailed (wild-type) variant. For full husbandry, water params, diet and health —General care: Boa Constrictor

Other Boas variants

Albino (Amelanistic)Hypomelanistic / SalmonMotley / JungleSunglow