As far as the original poster's snake receiving natural outdoor sunlight, I don't think it is necessary or beneficial. That may be the difference between the previous owner's success and the new owner's problems -- Outdoor locations may not be comperable.
Boas are crepuscular and nocturnal by nature. That's my understanding. The sun may just be to hot and stressful. That was the point I was trying to make with my earlier post, that the snake may be being maintained at too high a temperature. Too hot = too stressful. Solar/UV radiation not necessary.
jsc
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John Crickmer

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