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Breeding male size?

AdamKirk Sep 15, 2009 02:27 AM

I have an 08 male boa that is a poss. super salmon, He has had a great appetite and super food response. I measured him yesterday and he is 3'11". Do yo think he will be ready in a couple months? Give me some ideas of when you think it is ideal to start breeding my boas. I successfully bred a pair in february. But i have a few more and I want to do it earlier.

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Jonathan_Brady Sep 15, 2009 06:41 AM

Just like it is with people.

Previously, early reports were about 18 months for male BCI's. Now, I've heard of accounts as early as 16 months for male BCI's.

In general, better and more consistent success is obtained with males over 2 years old. And 3 is even better. I haven't heard any accounts that 3 years old isn't enough for BCI males but I certainly concede that it might not be enough for certain individuals.

Hope this was helpful.

jb
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