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I had a male boa make loud noises like he was passing gas. He started all of a sudden. He did it about 7 or 8 times. They each lasted about 4 seconds or so. Then about 30 minutes later he did it again. I looked inside and seen him do it. His mouth was open and he was writhing like he was trying to regurge. I checked the heat and seen it was not like it should be. I cranked up the heat and he has not made a sound in over 24 hours. I held him last night. He is breathing fine with no sound or distress. He is active and alert. No mucus anywhere. This morning I got up and fed him. He ate with no hesitation. Can anyone explain what happened here or have any ideas on what happened and/or what I should do?

Thanks,
Dan

Is it possible he was just hissing?

I have no idea what happened. I am glad it does not appear to be serious. I am watching him closely though.

Dan

I've had a 6' male Suriname and an adult female Ball python do this, sounded very strange, like a strong burping or coughing...with the mouth open...and forceful movement of the whole body...

It reminds me of dry heaves....

This happened during the winter when I was having trouble keeping the heat and humidity up in the cages of these two particular animals...once I got that fixed it went away.

I don't know what it is exactly, but I am certain the heat/humidity issue causes it...
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Heather Martin
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