TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Chapter One: Get to Know the Columbian Red – Tail Boa! 7
  • The Boa Constrictor Imperator 8
  • Chapter Two: The Columbian Red – Tail’s Anatomy 13
  • Anatomy of a Boa Species 14
  • Chapter Three: Questions to Ponder Before Purchasing a Columbian Boa 23
  • Frequently Asked Questions 24
  • Chapter Four: The Snake Starter Kit 35
  • The Starter Kit 36
  • Cage Size 43
  • Chapter Five: Regulating Lighting and Heat 47
  • Temperature and Humidity Levels Guidelines 48
  • Lighting Requirements 55
  • Chapter Six: Feeding Columbian Boa Constrictors 57
  • Pre – Killed vs. Live Preys 64
  • DIY Live Prey Killing 68
  • Tips on How to Feed Frozen Prey Items 72
  • Chapter Seven: The Shedding Cycle 75
  • The Shedding Cycle FAQs 76
  • Chapter Eight: Instant Solutions for Health Care Problems 83
  • Regurgitation Syndrome 84
  • Lethargy 87
  • Respiratory Problems 88
  • Fecal/ Urine – Related Problems 90
  • Feeding Issues 92
  • Handling after Feeding 95
  • Chapter Nine: Breeding Boas 99
  • Pre – Conditioning 100
  • Sexual Maturity 101
  • General Care and Husbandry 103
  • Chapter Ten: Columbian Boa Constrictor Care Sheet 105
  • The Columbian Red – Tail Care Sheet 106
  • Glossary of Snake Terms 121
  • Photo Credits 129
  • References 131

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