Scale Count: Scale count is another indicator of Boa type, however, since alot of the numbers overlap, it should not be relied on solely. Also the BCI head will appear smaller in relation to the size of the body in the neck area. The BCI generally has more pronounced jaw muscles and a more blunt or broader looking nose, giving the head a shorter appearance. Also, the size of the head will appear larger in relation to the size of the body in the neck area. ![]() The BCC generally have less pronounced jaw muscles, giving the head a more slender, longer, or uniformly tapered appearance, with a more pointed shaped nose. Head Shape: The head shape between BCC and BCI may be hard to detect in neonates, but from about 1 year in age, the differences become more apparent. While this is a good marker, it is not always reliable. BCC boas usually have peaked saddles like this. I read that they are more sensitive to regurge issues but I believe it's because some people keep them too warm as babies and causes this. Another ball game lolīCCs usually get larger than BCIs but it depends on the snake. ![]() These include Guyanas, Peruvians, Surinames, etc. BCI is boa constrictor imperator, and these include Colombians, Central American boas (like Nics), and Hog Island and other island boas.īCC is boa constricor constrictor and "true red tail boas" (ie I do not call my Colombians, Hog, and Argentine boas "red tails" because it's incorrect IMO).
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