Dumeril's Boa, The Best Pet Snake?
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- Опубліковано 9 вер 2024
- Dumeril's boas (Acrantophis dumerili) are some of the most beautifully patterned, reasonably sized, and well-tempered snakes on Earth. That said, they are not that common as pets compared to other boas like the common boa, ball pythons, corn snakes, hognose snakes, or even reticulated pythons, blood pythons, or carpet pythons. Why not? What is the major flaw with this snake? Or is it an overlooked gem? Is the Dumeril's boa a good pet? Is it the best pet snake for you?
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yes, yes yes! The best pet snake! If I talk about these guys anymore I will be labeled a Dumerils Boa schill
So glad there are still troops fighting for dumerils o7
When I saw this video, the first thing I thought of is you ranting about how much you love them.
@@cadenlikespigs me too.
@@cadenlikespigs same here
I came to the comments for this! Figured I'd see you here Adam haha
Dumerils are the definition of a lap snake. If you want a snake to curl up on your lap or around your waist for an afternoon watching movies. This is the snake for you! I've got 2. My female is almost 6'5" and male is 6'2" (hoping for big babies soon). Despite their size and formidable strength they are incredibly gentle, laid back and easy to handle. These are amazing pet snakes, even for someone new!
I have more than a few that won't sit still when you take them out lol 😂
They're so great!
@@adamdavis1737 lol! Mine certainly live up to their scientific name - it translates to 'lazy/useless snake'. They take it very seriously. Not gonna lie. I'm kind of envious watching them nap on the lawn all afternoon. They look so content!
@@AllCanadianReptileGirl my blood/short tail pythons seem to compete for that title lol
@@adamdavis1737 I bet! I love blood pythons. Definitely on my 'one day' list!
"I eat like a boa, don't ask too many questions." TSHIRT!
Probably the most underrated snake in the entire pet trade. Not too big, not too small, fantastic temperament, easier to keep than most boas/pythons, and absolutely beautiful.
I would nominate "slithering Persian Rug" as an alternate name for the Dumeril's Boa.
I feel like that's taking away from carpet pythons.
@@sampagano205 Naw.
Shoutout to Wickens Wicked Reptiles for repping this snake for a little while now
I watch wwr and Clint all the time
I talk about these beauties so much people probably think I hold stock in Dumerils boas
@@WickensWickedReptiles I want one. Parents won't let me though :(
I like how you put that. “She reached around me and grabbed me right back.” Sounds much less aggressive that way.
How would you compare these to ball pythons in temperament and care?
Similar temperament, easier care.
@@avaleloc1513 They become much more massive than ball pythons. Ball pythons almost never get larger than 8 or 9 lbs but dumerils can be up to 20 lbs, although they are frequently lighter than that.
I also love how he said that
Finally! I've been waiting for this as long as I saw you hadn't done it yet. The best snake if you want a ball python, but want it to eat and don't like that everyone and their bearded dragons bearded dragon has a ball python.
Well said!
I laughed waaaay to hard at this comment. I'm just picturing a bearded dragon with a pet ball python. I'm in stiches.
I would love to see a video of "A day in the life of Dr. Clint Laidlaw". From morning coffee, to teaching class, to dinnertime with the family.
Yeah me too
Yesss
There's something very cool about seeing my favourite Tubers showing love to each other on content.
I just got my first baby Dumeril's last week and, although quite bitey (not surprising since we are giant snake eaters to her at this stage), I'm looking forward to working with her and gaining her trust. She's gorgeous!!
Some can be pretty nervous as babies. Keep working with her 🐍
Let us know how it goes!
If at any point she refuses food. Stop handling for 2 weeks then offer food. I have a 2 year old that wont calm down. Shes a nightmare. I dont handle her due to the stress shes obviously in.
Who did you get it from? I may be in the market for one
@@iamkyleclimer She's from Great Basin Serpentarium out of Utah. I happened to catch their hatching notice on Facebook so that's where to watch for availability. They only sell captive bred. 👍
This Dumeril fellow got a lot of rad creatures named after him
Clint: His name is belle
Me who watches a dingus who has a female boa named Frank: 👍
Hopefully dank gets big enough that more people will get this comment
You forgot that Frank stinks though
Excuse me! Stinky Frank is a Carpet Python!
i am so late but i've been watching dank for years. this got a massive chuckle out of me, you're awesome!
I'm seriously considering one of these for my first snake. Something you didn't mention is unlike common boas, they are ground dwellers so they don't need a lot of vertical space. With the temperature and humidity requirements being easier than with a common boa or ball python. I'd feel more confident about getting that right. I guess there aren't a lot of morphs available, but I think the natural pattern looks great. These almost seem like the boa version of a ball python only they don't go on hunger strikes. Belle appeared to be sleeping through the last half of that video having found just the right mix of cool table and warm arm.
Sometimes they can get fairly large. 9ft isn't unheard of, but not common, but one of my favorite snakes in the world! I can't wait to get one.
Just purchased our first snake: a month old, female Dumeril's boa. Thank you so much for bringing it to my attention!
I love my Dumeril’s boa!! I’ve had her for thirteen years! She’s so awesome!!🐍❤️ her name is Tattoo and she’s locally famous !
Scrumptious! 😂 I'm so glad Dumerils are getting more recognition these days. I remember years ago people selling them cheaply on Fauna, no one wanted them! All of the Madagascar and Pacific island boas are really interesting and deserve more study. Great vid, beautiful snake!
Thank you so much!
The scale pattern going through it's EYES are extremely captivating. I love them.
Clint I've been asking for this since your channel started
This is my favorite snake ever. I just got into breeding these.
Thank you ❤️😊 🐍
I'd be a little weary on the size reccomendation however. I'd say the species varies in size about the same range as common boa imperators. You may get one under 5ft. You may get one up to 8ft.
Agreed, amazing animals... I want to breed these eventually. Just have a small BP breeding group at the moment.
They're definitely the best pet snake for me! I have 3 females and 1 male. They're all so gentle, very calm, easy to care for, and the best to cuddle with.
Are any of them on Jumbo's or anything bigger
@@germaineparham9372 My largest female takes jumbos, the other adults eat large rats. None of mine are big enough for colossal or rabbits.
@@vmo4136 a jumbo rat is equal to 1.5-2 pd rabbit so yes it will as long as she 6+ft 2500+ grams which is bout 6 pounds and that's the 10-15 percent rule . But they say these snake get 8-9 ft 15+ pounds . I'm more then sure if she been eating Jumbo's then she also will take small rabbits or without a doubt a guinea pig .
@@vmo4136 and Jumbo's and XL rats are basically same so even trying a XXL or XXXLrats you should consider 400 gram rats .also Large rat snakes and colubirds snakes eat Jumbo's and they are step downs from snake you have now .
I have a 10 year old female dumerils boa named Brianna and she is HUGE, fully grown and with a chill attitude outside but a sassy one inside her enclosure, She is almost 9ft long (8.4ft), I would not trade her for anything
Love my Dumerils Boa and was literally SO excited you did a video on them! :) mine is easily my favourite snake I’ve ever had. They have “Big snake intelligence” wrapped into a manageable size. Just incredible, amazing snakes!
I love watching your videos. That being said, came here because I saw one of these guys at my local herp shop. They have it down as demeril, but im sure they meant dumeril. I just wanted to see how they behave, size, handleability and you answered every question. Please don't stop making videos. These videos have gotten me big into Herpetology. In fact I start classes, in March, for my masters in herp. Thank you for being so inspiring.
I've learned so much about snakes thanks to this channel. Thank you for all the work you do!
I was just offered to buy one off a family friend, so I’m glad this video was readily available. I’ve been wanting a boa, and so far, I’m pretty tempted with this one.
Absolutely gorgeous snakes and just seem wonderful overall. Thank you for having videos like this at the ready for people looking into specific reptiles
4:08 as a reptile fan and a mgs fan, I'd LOVE a "solid snake hug"
This is a cool snake I've heard of these guys but I must confess I've never looked into them thanks for showing them to us Clint!
They've always reminded me of a boa constrictor
Had to comment once you talked about being bitten by your Rainbow Boa. That is exactly how my rtb bit me, I had just finished telling my uncle that I hadn't been bitten by any of my snakes. I then carelessly just reached in and grabbed my 7'+ rtb she then turned her head and bit me, not hard not fast. She just turned her head and seemed to be thinking 'well it's your own fault.' I was shocked momentarily, surprisingly I didn't flinch, waited for the bleeding to stop then got her out properly with a hook until she was completely out of her enclosure.
Dude...I can't express enough how much I enjoyed your humor and the way you just present yourself you are an amazing person to watch
Thank you so much 😊
I was so excited to see this video up! I love my dum, he is ridiculously easy going.
so glad you reviewed my favorite type of boa!
I just realized that you released this lol. I need to binge all your episodes again...
love our dumerils and rainbow even though our dumerils tried to tag me right out of the box but id be crabby after traveling by box also XD
Imagine having a snake tooth stuck in your nose and not even knowing it...
That's how you know that you're a bad man.
Iv had thorns stuck in my thighs from dirtbiking in the woods and it will be like a very big zit with a prize inside.
I’m picking up a pair tomorrow soooo excited
Adam from WWR: and i took that personally
Amen brother hahah
I've loved and wanted a Dumerils boa since I first saw them. Most interesting natural pattern of any boa in my opinion.
That's a beautiful lizard my friend
I had asked for this snake to be reviewed for a while, and now it is! I love snakes! MOAR! Although personally I would also enjoy a Common Boa, simply due to its size. I have held a full-size common Boa before and it was just a blast. Snake hugs are nice.
I have two Dumerils boas. A two year old male and a two year old female. They are AWESOME! Very chilled. Awesome to handle. They eat extremely well. There’s nothing negative I can say about the Dumerils boa.
Will they eat jumbo or anything bigger
@@germaineparham9372 yes they will once they're big enough. My female in the video has eaten jumbo rats. She won't eat for about a month after such a big meal.
@@carlhoppe so how big is ya female and male ?
@@germaineparham9372 in length or in weight? They are about 5 feet long. I don’t know how much they weigh, but I would guess around the 4500-5000g mark
Haven't watched yet but YES THEYRE THE BEST!!!!!! I've been waiting for this one lol. I absolutely LOVE my Dumerils. Her name is Medusa and she's absolutely perfect. Can't wait to enjoy this video.
I love them! They are, in my experience, very hard to find here in the UK. I'd very gladly have a breeding pair but so far, no luck...
I’ve had one for 15 years. Great snake. They can however get quite a bit larger than people think. Mine is over 8ft and 30 pounds. So be prepared
Do you feed jumbo rats or rabbits
That's bout same as Eastern diamondback rattlesnake , coastal carpet pythons , kaboon vipers but I see most 6 ft range 10+ pds .
I've debated getting one for over 20 years. I fell in love with this snake after babysitting one while a friend was deployed. So gentle, so easy. Now, I'm too old and know better. I'll just enjoy watching others. A great snake.
This is the first time I’m hearing the name of this snake. Thanks, Clint!
My pleasure!
After some digging around on Google scholar I found Toward a Tree-of-Life for the boas and pythons: Multilocus species-level
phylogeny with unprecedented taxon sampling by Reynolds et al published in the journal Molecular Phylogenetics & Evolution.
That paper found the Madagascan boas to be sister to the Calabaria genus and that clade to be sister to the rest of the boas. The support for that is relatively weak, but it lines up well with paleogeography for how they would have had to get to Madagascar.
Interestingly it supports the monophyly of the anacondas which makes it distinct from the 2016 study that would put the anacondas as a group nested within the rainbow boas. However this is probably due to different taxon sampling, since the 2016 study included all of the anaconda species and this one included only two of them.
Also I for the life of me cannot tell if the 2016 paper backed up this finding, or if it finds the sand boas to be closer to the Madagascan boas. Either way though the the Madagascan boas are pretty basal on the boa tree and are most closely related to fossorial African boas.
Thanks for this! I inadvertently got into phylogeny from getting into evolution discussions with young earth creationists. Learning how all the animals are related is absolutely fascinating to me now, cladistics seem to make it more intuitive as well, at least IMO.
@@dracdrum I came at phylogeny through dinosaurs and the ornothescaleida hypothesis a few years ago.
Amazing, thank you so much!!!!!
I have a gravid one and she is a ball of joy.
These are definitely some of my favorite pet snakes as well. I honestly recommend them to beginners who want a snake that gets to be an impressive size, but isn't going to potentially be dangerous when it's at the full size. What you said about eating is spot on...my 6.5 foot female grabbed my hand and constricted because she thought it was food (100% my fault, as almost all bites are). As long as she's not in a food response, she has no interest in biting. My male is squirmy, but calms down after just a few minutes of handling.
These sound like a good beginner snake, since they’re like ball pythons but bigger and cooler
@@JoeWall157 they're a little bit better than ball pythons, in my opinion, as they eat more reliably and don't require as much humidity. I let my cages stay dry until a shed cycle, and even then I don't mist heavily.
Oh she on Jumbo's or rabbits ?
@@germaineparham9372 XL rats mainly.
We rescued a 17year old Dumerils in a South African township, he is a complete gentleman. I would rate them as the best beginner 'big' snake to get.
I had one for years, unbelievable snake definitely the best for me
my very first boa was a dumerils boa. the chillest snake i have. Such a sweet heart!
I have been watching you for years and i guess this just happened to be the right pet snake for me as i finally got a dumerils boa as a pet and named him pretzel
Clint, your channel is amazing. I appreciate your knowledge and respect for the pet reptile trade. If I ever need any advice you are my go to guy. Keep doing what you're doing man .
Clint @ 2:55 that's crazy how accurate that is about their feeding response and bites, I also got bit for the first time last week because I was feeding her and missed 😅 but she's the sweetest girl and shy as well
Slow BCI
Love these, but the red tails of the new worlds are just so pretty
Finally!!! My favorite snake! Love my girl, and she’s helped several people get over their phobias with her sweetness :)
I have a young Dumeril's, and thought I would mention that as youngsters they can be somewhat picky and/or shy eaters. Mine refused f/t mice and rats, but finally hit on f/t quail. Once I got her started eating regularly, she got more brave and wouldn't be quite so skittish during feeding times. I began to scent f/t weaned rats (yes, baby Dumeril's Boas are quite large) with the quail and she also began taking those without argument.
These are one of my favorite species, and their generally calm temperament make them a dream to keep!
Do you feed small rats or mediums ?
@@germaineparham9372 - she takes medium rats just fine.
@@kurtodell3990 how big is she in so she's still juvenile ? You don't think she can eat Large or Jumbo's I saw some 4-5 ft take them . Also from my take is mediums aren't really big meals for snakes because large king and corn snakes will eat them they just skinny snakes so they can't eat Large rats but will kill it . But there are Large rat snakes and colubirds snakes like black rat , indigos snakes , bullsnakes that grow Large enough to eat jumbos , squirrels , baby duck , baby to young rabbits or even take a guinea pig . And dumerils are larger so I know they can eat rabbits just fine how they will rats . Also large ball pythons and large Brazilian rainbow boas will eat Jumbo's too if giving chance in they are step downs from dumerils , carpets pythons , green tree python . Also from experience once had a ball python less then 4 ft and less then 800 grams on live mediums no hassle .
@@germaineparham9372 - she's still a baby - not quite three feet. Mediums are the correct meal size for her. In a few years I'll be feeding her rats the size of groundhogs... ;-) LOL!
@@kurtodell3990 for Jumbo's she gotta be 4-5 ft range
My dumeris is the best. My first snake. He bit me once and I made the exact same mistake you did. He let go immediately and he seemed just as surprised as I was. The bite didn't even hurt, went away in 3 days and looked like a cute happy face. He is an amazing animal he doesn't mind coming out and letting kids pet him. I'll love him forever.
I'm looking for a couple myself for sure they're stunning inside and out
I’ve been waiting for this video! Currently on a list to get one from a breeder, just waiting for them to be born. Any day now! I can’t wait to add one of these beautiful snakes to my collection. Absolutely gorgeous!
so going straight from royal pythons to a 6 ft male dumerils boa it was quite intimidating the size and the level of strength but i have to say 100 % he is the best thing i ever got very placid and visually stunning i think it s the perfect snake if you want to get something imbetween a royal python and a retic i couldnt imagine a life without him now great video as always
You cannot beat this reptile as a pet. Next to womas, this is my absolute favorite boa/python to keep.
I’ve been trying to find a young one for under 500 which I find ridiculous for a young snake but a lot of online sites that have them cheap like backwater reptiles I don’t trust because of reviews or even lack of any reviews I’ve seen if anyone knows any good breeders who have them up for a reasonable price I’d appreciate it also awesome video as always Clint love the content!
Now that you mentioned the viper boa at the end, please do one on the viper boa as well. I've been thinking about getting one someday.
If I ever am able to get a snake, I will definitely consider this snake. They seem really relaxed and they're simply stunning.
I own a ball python and I really want another snake I’m considering this one.
Literally yesterday I was thinking that I would love for a Dumeril’s Boa best pet video and I'm so happy that it came true
Finally 😭 I have a dumerils boa. been waiting for this vid
That snake is gorgeous.
🤦🏽♂️🤗.... now I want a dumerils boa even more. Sucks that my family doesn't really like me having reptiles
I absolutely love boas, but among Boas, Dumerils are top of the heap in my book. Absolutely gorgeous, unique snakes, and so evenly tempered.
Yes 🎉 I have had my bade for 2 years and she is small still at two feet. Already have her trust and she is a lap snake 100% ❤
You left out the most endearing thing about them is some of their behavior. They will caudal lure both as babies and adults so you have a snake that will wag its tail. I did notice that they would watch me feed other pythons and boas and assume a ready to strike posture while slowly moving their tail. I think they could be trained to beg for food. According to Bill Love they come from the same habitat as radiated tortoises. This is dry thorn scrub that also has small lemurs, which means many a lemur made the mistake of what kind of worm is that.
My pair was supposed to be pre-convention imports that would mean they were babies around 1972. I bought them in the late 80's with the female being gravid. She promptly gave birth to still born babies. This brings up another bit of their behavior. I came home a few days after the babies were stillborn to find the female belly up in the cage. One of those ON NO!!! moments. I rushed and opened the cage only to have her look at me with a what's your problem look. It seems there are some major blood vessels in their bellies and to thermoregulate they will go belly up. Don't know if you will ever see this but summertime in non-A/C reptile room in Miami it happened more than once.
BTW they died of old age in early 2000's.
Whelp, you did it. You got me to get a Dumeril's. I got her yesterday.
Here’s want I want from a snake. A snake that’s big, but isn’t harmful. I also want one where it will just sit with me, but still be explorative.
Can you please, please do an episode on the golden orb weaver. I’ve seen quite a few near me and I’ve been very tempted to capture one and keep it but I’m not sure. I’ve always been very interested in them but not sure if they’d make great pets
Dumeril’s boa, otherwise known as the snake Link did yoga with on that one episode of Good Mythical Morning. 😂
I saw that cute Chameleon plush in another recent video. I would like to buy one myself. Clint should have more of them on sale on the online merch store.
I love doomies!! they are my favorite snakes other than hoggs and Burmese!
Man I love the pattern its so fantastic!!
Side note, could you please do more anoles? They're one of my favorite groups of lizards. They have so much diversity and so many beautiful colors!!!
Omg you and Wickens are making it so hard to pick a scale baby. But I appreciate it. I would rather have all the knowledge than very little.
Looks like a great potential first snake for me down the line, had never heard of them before! Great video!
Definitely check out the channel Wickens Wicked Reptiles. He talks about the Dumerils Boa ALL THE TIME.
@@NikkyTikkiTavi Yes, I just found his channel recently too and I've been watching a lot ^^
I always say dumerils are the best snake if you are looking for an intro to large snakes! My favorite snake species to keep by far! My guy is totally content just sitting with me and watching tv😁
Love your boa moustache 😁
Hey Clint! I don't know if you'll see this but I have a Peruvian long tail boa I would be willing to bring to ya for a video! I live in Spanish fork actually and drive to springville almost daily! Anyways keep up the great vids!
That it a beautiful snake , especially its head and face. Just stunning.
I love Dumeril's boas but have never had one. They are definitely on my short list of pet snakes I want to get some day. I've had a few common boas over the years and have always loved them. The smaller size is a bit of a bummer but they are more beautiful than common boas in my opinion.
How could anybody dislike this video?!
Who down votes these videos?! Literally the most likeable person this side of the Rio Grande.
Stoked you finally covered these guys!!! I’m stuck between a couple boas for my first one… it’s either gunna be a Dumerils, Hog Island, or a BCI..and maybe Long Tail Boa in last place lol … LETS GET A HOG ISLAND VIDEO BROTHER CLINT 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
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The shape of her head looks a bit like aspic vipers and I love it!
Wow, what an incredible animal! I've been wanting to get a snake for a while, and these guys just went to the top of my list. Great vid as always!
Been waiting for this one! Thank you papa Clint
Im so excited for this.
Yes!! Finally! I've been waiting for this one. I so want a dumerils boa.
Ive been a fan of these guys longer then probably everybody here. Years
This is my husband's dream snake. The only reason why we don't have one yet is we haven't been able to find one. Someday we'll find one.❤
This was my first snake 5 years ago, and definitely a good choice. These guys do like to burrow though and you will see them a lot less then other boa species, not a display animal by any means.
What a beautiful snake!! My favorite, by far..