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Hi I am interested in getting an Emerald tree boa, but would like some info first. How difficult are they to care for? What is a good cages size for a baby. What is a reasonable price for ETB? How is the temperment of this snake iv'e heard mixed stories about it. What is the best type to get?

two words: humid and hot. I keep ambient temp. around 85 degrees and I try to keep humidity above 70% at all times (you are trying to duplicate a rainforest habitat). You will need a tall cage w/ many perches, a ceramic heating element suspended from above to keep the temperature right, and a power sprayer or spray bottle for misting (which should be done 2x/day). I've found that saran-wrap over 80% of the screen top helps to keep in the humidity. This is not an easy snake to keep but it is very beautiful. If you decide to go ahead and get one, definately get a captive bred snake - imports are meaner and may harbor mites or other parasites. Just my oppinion. Good luck!

CBB is definitely the way to go, but in my experience keeping an ETB "hot and humid" all the time is a recipe for failure.please read Stan Chiras' caresheet for a great explaination about temperature, humidity, and air circulation.
http://www.kingsnake.com/emeralds/

Nice to see you asking questions before purchasing. I've written a few things regarding emeralds and their husbandry that you can add to your information bucket before deciding. Follow the link below and check out the various Husbandry Tips located on the roll-out menu. Emeralds are not a difficult species to keep if you understand a few basic requirements. Good luck.

Alex @ TCO