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vector200066
Hatchling
United Kingdom
232 Posts |
 Posted - 30/07/2013 : 16:34:29
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Hiya guys
I was thinking I want a big snake but want your opinions..
Should I get a Boa or a Retic Python.
Thanks for any replies! |
0.1 Corn Snake (Megan) Collected my first snake on 27/7/13
2.0 Brother (Jason)(Shaun R.I.P), 0.1 Sister (Samantha), 3.0 Budgies (Joey R.I.P,Freddie,Leo, Casper), 0.3 Dogs (Judy, Penny, Molly), 1.0 Cats (Tabs R.I.P, Timmy) 1.0 Royal Python (Lesser) Busby |
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LukeW
Hatchling
United Kingdom
276 Posts |
Posted - 30/07/2013 : 18:13:47
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| How long have you been keeping snakes as they aren't much of a 'beginner' snake, wouldn't consider either until you've read up on it properly |
Female normal - Cyrus (can't think of a girl name :p)
Male charcoal - Midnight
Female amel - Lilly
Female CB13 anery 100% het sunkissed - Ariel.
Male CB13 fire 100% het stripe, 50% het hypo, anery and lavender
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Donnie
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
3215 Posts |
Posted - 30/07/2013 : 19:57:54
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| A boa would be a good "bigger" snake to move up to and depending on how big you want you have a few species and localities to choose from. A retic can be a whole different ball game. Most boas you should be able to handle on you own but a fully grown retic will take a few people to move around. You could always look into the dwarf retics but you need to purchase these from a reputable breeder or you may end up buying a normal retic and looking after an 18'+ snake. |
1.1 Corns (Anery Stripe, Amel) 1.0 Rootbeer 0.2 Jungle Carpet Python 1.0 Zebra Jungle Carpet Python 1.0 50% Diamond Zebra Carpet Python |
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herriotfan
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
5853 Posts |
Posted - 30/07/2013 : 20:38:19
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quote:
Originally posted by vector200066
Hiya guys
I was thinking I want a big snake but want your opinions..
Should I get a Boa or a Retic Python.
Thanks for any replies!
You should just concentrate on Megan!!!!  |
Husband....Very Understanding!!! (Phil)
Son & Daughter (Kevin & Carol)
Granddaughter (Eva)
3.4.0 Cornsnakes Amel (Sidney) Caramel Stripe (Sultan) Amber (Cleo) Carolina (Phoebe) Anery Motley Stripe (Penny) Snow (Lily) Caramel (Holmes)
1.2.0 Royal Pythons(Peeps, Pandora & Pepsi)
1.0.0 Hognose (Hudson)
2.1.0 Dogs (Dillon, Alfie, Ellie)
0.1.0 Senegal Parrot (Peanut)
1.1.0 Bearded Dragons (Bonnie & Clyde)
1.0.0 Crested Geckos (Echo)
0.2.1 Hermanns Tortoises (Ebbie, Rosie & Twiglet)
0.1.0 Guinea Pig (Dolly-Pipsqueak)
0.1.9 Tarantulas (Poppy, Gypsy, Bumble, Insey Winsey, Sonic, Cookie, Raven, Fudge, Titch & Sox)
??? Foster animals
Location: Near Saffron Walden, Essex
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gmac
The Scottish Admin
United Kingdom
5319 Posts |
Posted - 30/07/2013 : 20:52:47
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Originally posted by herriotfan
quote:
Originally posted by vector200066
Hiya guys
I was thinking I want a big snake but want your opinions..
Should I get a Boa or a Retic Python.
Thanks for any replies!
You should just concentrate on Megan!!!!
This with shiny bells on ;) |
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vector200066
Hatchling
United Kingdom
232 Posts |
Posted - 30/07/2013 : 20:57:46
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Sorry forgot to say this is just for when i am older so i know which people think are better!
Don't worry herriotfan i will she is getting and it will stay this way 100% focus! |
0.1 Corn Snake (Megan) Collected my first snake on 27/7/13
2.0 Brother (Jason)(Shaun R.I.P), 0.1 Sister (Samantha), 3.0 Budgies (Joey R.I.P,Freddie,Leo, Casper), 0.3 Dogs (Judy, Penny, Molly), 1.0 Cats (Tabs R.I.P, Timmy) 1.0 Royal Python (Lesser) Busby |
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mjpeters
Sub Adult
United Kingdom
1539 Posts |
Posted - 30/07/2013 : 21:03:16
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you already have a potentially SIX FOOT long snake:
This is our girl Sunny,5'9" at 3yrs-so she will get a bit bigger yet!
Try looking up 'Taggart'or 'Big T' on this forum he's a boy over 6'.
Its easy to think of corns as diddy snakes-lord knows I'm as guilty of it as the next person-But in my minds eye I picture ALL my snakey's NEEDING min.3'x2'x2'viv one day just like Sunny!
Don't tell my eldest son-BUT when he finaly goes to (hopefully)Uni-or where ever,his room will be my snakey room
I do understand the allure of the giants,many years ago I raised a Burmese girl up-eventualy she went to Isle of Wight Zoo.Not before she had her own room complete with plumbed in full size bath tub 
Even then the poops were a thing to fear
One day-or so the dream goes-Lavender retics will be small enough to house in a viv....hopefully by then the queue for Palmetto's will find me finally at the front |
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ScaryVonHayleystine
Sub Adult
United Kingdom
1773 Posts |
Posted - 30/07/2013 : 21:44:49
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| I wouldnt worry about it yet, see how you feel later when you actually are older and more experienced id say. |
Albino Addiction ... <3
0.1.0 - Creamsicle Cornsnake (Mo)
1.0.0 - Bubblegum Snow Corn (Gabriel)
1.0.0 - Lavendar 100% Het Hypo Corn (Ezra)
1.0.0 - Bairds Rat Snake (Lazarus)
0.0.1 - Crested Gecko (Pan) |
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Coal
Hatchling
449 Posts |
Posted - 31/07/2013 : 09:07:06
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No harm in thinking ahead, even if it's for a few years down the line and you change your mind by the time you get there; making plans is fun :)
I can't help much with which is better, as I have zero knowledge of either species, but it probably depends on exactly what you want in a snake. In any case, so long as you know your limits and wait until you have the means to look after such a giant, I don't see any harm in doing your research early, if anything it just means you'll be extra prepared when you get there :)
Not trying to have a go at any one, just mentioning this because I'm extremely guilty of making plans waaaay before they can come into effect :) |
'Lovecraft' - CB12 male amel
'Sarnath' - CB13 male KSB (anery, het. albino) |
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vector200066
Hatchling
United Kingdom
232 Posts |
Posted - 31/07/2013 : 11:44:41
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Yep that is what I am doing Coal I am just thinking down the line!  |
0.1 Corn Snake (Megan) Collected my first snake on 27/7/13
2.0 Brother (Jason)(Shaun R.I.P), 0.1 Sister (Samantha), 3.0 Budgies (Joey R.I.P,Freddie,Leo, Casper), 0.3 Dogs (Judy, Penny, Molly), 1.0 Cats (Tabs R.I.P, Timmy) 1.0 Royal Python (Lesser) Busby |
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