{"product_id":"amazon-tree-boa-corallus-hortulana","title":"Amazon Tree Boa (Corallus hortulana)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eAmazon Tree Boa \/ Garden Tree Boa\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"323\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corallus hortulanus\u003cbr data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"362\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amazon Tree Boa, Garden Tree Boa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"402\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"423\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"434\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults typically reach 5–7 feet (1.5–2.1 m) in length, with a slender yet muscular body. Average adult weight ranges from 2–4 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"905\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most variable boa species in colour and pattern. Natural colour forms range from deep brown or black to bright yellow, orange, and red. Most show distinctive dark hourglass markings across the back, though some may appear nearly uniform. This variability has earned them the nickname “garden phase” boas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to the Amazon Basin east of the Andes, including Venezuela, Guyana, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lowland tropical forests receiving over 60 inches of rain annually, including woodland edges, secondary growth, agricultural zones, and near human habitation. Occurs from sea level up to 3,280 feet (1,000 m), preferring habitats with continuous canopy contact for arboreal movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly arboreal as adults, while juveniles are often found closer to the ground in low shrubs hunting small lizards. Nocturnal predators using heat-sensing pits to locate prey, including rodents, birds, and lizards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1575\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e A single adult should be housed in a vertically oriented enclosure at least 36 × 18 × 18 inches (91 × 45 × 45 cm), with sturdy branches, climbing perches, and dense foliage for cover. Larger setups or custom enclosures provide additional climbing space. Bioactive or naturalistic environments with live plants, cork bark, and leaf litter are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"1996\"\u003eTemperature and Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"1999\"\u003eWarm area: 78–85°F (25–29°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003eBasking area: 88–90°F (31–32°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003eCool area: 75–77°F (24–25°C) at night\u003cbr data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eHumidity: 60–80%, maintained with misting and good ventilation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-intensity lighting with a 12-hour light cycle. Low-level UVB is optional but can benefit plant growth in naturalistic setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appropriately sized rodents, starting with small mice or lizards for juveniles, progressing to rats for adults. Feed every 10–14 days, avoiding overfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2514\"\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Defensive, especially when young. May strike if disturbed but can settle with consistent, low-stress husbandry. Best appreciated as a display species rather than frequently handled pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2930\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2731\"\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003e• Prefer captive-bred over wild-caught specimens to reduce parasite risk\u003cbr data-start=\"2806\" data-end=\"2809\"\u003e• High humidity and naturalistic climbing structures are essential\u003cbr data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2878\"\u003e• Recommended for intermediate to advanced keepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2932\" data-end=\"2935\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003eTaxonomy Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"3341\"\u003eAmazon Tree Boas belong to the genus \u003cstrong data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"3004\"\u003eCorallus\u003c\/strong\u003e, part of the family \u003cstrong data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3035\"\u003eBoidae\u003c\/strong\u003e, a group of non-venomous constrictors native to Central and South America. Members of this family are characterized by their arboreal tendencies, heat-sensing pits, and diverse coloration. Corallus hortulanus is valued for its striking pattern variability, arboreal hunting behavior, and display appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3343\" data-end=\"3346\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3348\" data-end=\"3364\"\u003eGenetics Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3366\" data-end=\"3817\"\u003eAmazon Tree Boas display extensive natural polymorphism, with a wide range of colours and patterns arising from complex, polygenic inheritance. Captive-bred individuals may express traits such as calico, candy cane, leopard, tiger, hypomelanistic, or melanistic patterns, with considerable variation even among siblings from the same clutch. These genetics contribute to the species’ reputation for highly variable and visually striking appearances.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tails and Scales","offers":[{"title":"Patterned\/Coloured","offer_id":56196216029506,"sku":"xfa1789650493381","price":224.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown","offer_id":56196216062274,"sku":"nqz1789650493382","price":62.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/8380\/8066\/files\/amazon-tree-boa-corallus-hortulana_1.png?v=1789650499","url":"https:\/\/abrasionresistclad.shop\/products\/amazon-tree-boa-corallus-hortulana","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}