After getting a few of my current boas I thought about microchipping them in the future for security reasons and undeniable identification.

You do have to have it done by a vet, after the chip is inserted it must be recorded in a registry to keep data of the animal (species, color, owner, etc.).

I wouldn't do it with small boas, the needles are very big. I am also not sure if I will ever do it. The technology is gaining popularity with people who keep all types of pets, and I expect it will grow in herps as well. I know Bob Clark offers microchipping for the snakes he produces, and always does it for hybrid pythons (to keep people from scamming).

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