{"product_id":"dumerils-boa","title":"Dumeril's Boa","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"264\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"262\"\u003eDumeril’s Boa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"322\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"287\"\u003eAcrantophis dumerili\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"290\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"306\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dumeril’s Boa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"327\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"532\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"532\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"367\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults average \u003cstrong data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"407\"\u003e5–7 feet (1.5–2.1 m)\u003c\/strong\u003e, with some females reaching 8 feet. They are \u003cstrong data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eheavily built\u003c\/strong\u003e for their length, giving them a solid, muscular appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"790\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"790\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dumeril’s boas have a \u003cstrong data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"614\"\u003emottled tan, brown, and black pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e that provides exceptional camouflage against leaf litter. Their coloration can vary from lighter sandy tones to darker browns depending on locality and individual variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"888\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"810\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Endemic to \u003cstrong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"836\"\u003eMadagascar\u003c\/strong\u003e, primarily the southern and southwestern regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"903\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Found in \u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"963\"\u003edry forests, scrublands, and semi-arid regions\u003c\/strong\u003e, often utilizing ground cover, burrows, or fallen vegetation for concealment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terrestrial and ambush-based, these boas rely on camouflage to remain undetected. They are nocturnal hunters feeding on mammals, birds, and reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1217\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults thrive in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003e4′ × 2′ × 2′ enclosures\u003c\/strong\u003e, though larger is recommended for females. Provide secure hides, cork bark, and leaf-litter-style substrate to mimic natural camouflage. While primarily terrestrial, they may appreciate low climbing branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain daytime ambient temperatures of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003e78–82°F (25–28°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e with a basking spot of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e86–88°F (30–31°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Nighttime drops to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003e72–75°F (22–24°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e are beneficial. Humidity should remain \u003cstrong data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e50–60%\u003c\/strong\u003e, with periodic misting and access to fresh water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juveniles feed every 7–10 days on appropriately sized rodents; adults every 14–21 days. Care should be taken not to overfeed, as this species is prone to obesity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dumeril’s boas are generally \u003cstrong data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003edocile and tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e of handling once acclimated. They may show strong feeding responses but rarely display defensive aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dumeril’s boas are \u003cstrong data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eCITES-listed\u003c\/strong\u003e due to their restricted wild range and should be maintained as \u003cstrong data-start=\"2297\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003epure, non-crossed bloodlines\u003c\/strong\u003e. Captive-bred individuals are the standard in the trade, as wild exports from Madagascar are restricted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2441\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003eSpecies Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2867\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003eDumeril’s boa (\u003cem data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2509\"\u003eAcrantophis dumerili\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of two boa species endemic to Madagascar (alongside \u003cem data-start=\"2572\" data-end=\"2602\"\u003eAcrantophis madagascariensis\u003c\/em\u003e). Known for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"2621\" data-end=\"2674\"\u003ecryptic camouflage, stocky build, and calm nature\u003c\/strong\u003e, they differ from \u003cem data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2710\"\u003eBoa constrictor\u003c\/em\u003e species in both appearance and ecological niche. Their rarity in the wild makes captive breeding efforts crucial to their continued presence in the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tails and Scales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56196249092418,"sku":"rcy1789651560833","price":224.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/8380\/8066\/files\/dumerils-boa_1.jpg?v=1789651565","url":"https:\/\/abrasionresistclad.shop\/products\/dumerils-boa","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}