8-10 feet is on the large size for a boa. Males rarely reach 8 feet and the 9 and 10 footers are usually older females often and BCCs too. Guyanans and Surinames are generally nippier/not as calm/etc than Colombians, but remember every animal is an individual. I have heard from numerous people that Hogg Islands usually have some 'tude too, they stay a little smaller, but have gorgeous subtle colors. That said, if you want something like a "lap dog" that you can sit with I'd recommend a Dumerils boa. Many of the Colombian morphs are great too and if you're willing to spend some money you can certainly get something not everyone has.

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• Advise on first boa.. - MannyRottie, Tue Nov 27 20:52:36 2007
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