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im getting a 7ft female red tail and i wanted to know what is the best sized cage for her any help would be very helpful thanks

It really depends on your plans for her. If she is going to be your only boa, and you want a nice display cage, then go all out and make/buy her a big cage. However, many breeders keep their females in cages that are 4'L x 2'D x 1'H (this is the minimum I would suggest). If she is a very thick girl, you could get a 6' cage. Adult boas are terrestrial, and added height is not really necessary. For display purposes, you may want a taller cage. If you plan on having quite a few boas, space becomes a premium. That's the reason most breeders use 1' tall cages. Hit the cage classifieds and look around. You'll find something.
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Phil Goss
www.GossReptiles.com

I agree with what Phil said. I use a rule of thumb that the snake should be able to stretch out completely at least along one side and an end. For example, I'd consider keeping a 6' snake in a 4'X2'X1' cage. Once it goes over 6', I move it up to an 8' cage. It's just a personal preference that I like my snakes to have the opportunity to stretch out. I know some folks keep very large animals in relatively small cages, such as an 8 footer in a 4' cage. I can't say that my way is any better, I just feel better about it.

Mark

uncommonboa.com

i think that if it is your only boa you should go crazy on the cage. give him lots of room to move and climb around.