Adoption Details For Bucatini!



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Name:
Bucatini
Animal Id:
2247
Date Created:
8/30/2021 1:59:18 AM
Age:
7 Year(s) 5 Month(s) Old
Type:
Snake
Gender:
Undetermined
Primary Breed:
Common Boa Constrictor
Spayed / Neutered:
No
Secondary Breed:
Microchip:
Primary Color:
Gray
Markings:
2247, WW, T2, K1
Secondary Color:
Red
Pattern:
Weight:
0 lbs

Meet Bucatini: The slithery giant noodle of a sweetheart ready to find a forever home! 🐍 Bucatini is a young adult boa with a story that’s as intriguing as their name! Found exploring someone’s backyard, Bucatini clearly wasn’t a local resident but an escaped pet in need of help. After being brought to the shelter and waiting for their owner (who never showed up), Bucatini was transferred to our rescue to find a new, loving home. At about 7 feet long and 17 lbs, Bucatini is a stunning, still-growing boa with a heart of gold. Their gentle nature and handleability make them a delight to be around. If Bucatini could talk, we’re sure they’d be expressing regret over being lost, but instead, they’re ready to move on and find a family who’ll cherish them. Bucatini loves meeting new people and has enjoyed attending adoption events where their friendly demeanor shone through. They’re great with everyone but should be supervised around children, especially when being held. As Bucatini is still growing and can be quite strong, it’s essential to approach them with care and respect their body language—whether they’re ready to socialize or just want to chill. This beautiful boa will thrive in a home with someone experienced in caring for large reptiles. Bucatini’s charm and kind nature make them a perfect addition to the right family who can offer the space and expertise they need. If you’re ready to provide a loving home for Bucatini and continue their journey of healing and happiness, click the Adoption Application button below. Let’s find Bucatini the forever home they’ve been waiting for! PLEASE NOTE: 1- We can only accept applications from interested parties who are in or near San Diego County, California at this time. 2- We do not ship reptiles but we may be willing to work with you if you are willing to travel if you are still in Southern California. 3- #2 will depend on the animal that you are applying for and is at the discretion of the board of directors.


Quick Reference Guide

Animal Type
Snake
Breed
Common Boa Constrictor
Introduction
Boa imperator is a wide-ranging species, living in both Central America and the northern parts of South America. As a result, the appearance of this snake varies greatly depending on the specific locality. As one of the smaller Boa species, they average between 4.2 ft. and 8.2 ft. in length when fully grown, but have been known to reach 12 ft. They usually weigh around 13 lb, although females are significantly larger than males. Lifespan in the wild is around 20–30 years, but 40 can be exceeded in captivity. These snakes are nocturnal, which means that they are most active at night.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Difficulty Notes
Boa imperator is one of the most common snakes kept in captivity; this is mainly due to their calm dispositions, impressive size potential and variety of color and pattern choices. It can be a little diffcult to read their body language if you are inexperienced. Captive common boas often tolerate being handled for extended periods.
Basking Temp
80-90
Ambient Temp
80-90
Lowest Temp
75-80
Temp Notes
Boas do best when there is a temperature gradient in their enclosure. Make sure to provide a hot end and cold end so that they can sel regulate thier own temperature.
Diet
Carnivore
Diet Notes
As a general rule, a meal should weigh no more than 10% of your boa’s weight, or no larger than the widest part of the snake’s body. In the first year it is best to feed weekly, but as the snake gets older its metabolism slows down and you will need to increase the time between feeding up to 4-6 weeks for an adult. This will need to be adjusted to your specific snake to maintain a healthy weight.
UVA Intensity
Tropical
UVB Intensity
Low/Occasional
Ferguson Zone
2
Lighting Notes
While they are nocturnal, they may bask during the day when night-time temperatures are too low.
Enclosure Size
Large Semi-Arborial
Enclosure Notes
As semi-arboreal snakes, young Boa imperator may climb into trees and shrubs to forage; however, they become mostly terrestrial as they become older and heavier.
Substrate
Coco Chips
Substrate Notes
It’s extremely absorbent, fluffy, holds moisture well, and cheap. Plus it’s much more eco-friendly than peat.
Humidity
High (70-100%)
Humidity Notes
While boas can tollerate higher humidity for short periods of time, it can lead to resperatory infection. A target humidity on the lower side near 70% is ideal with periods of higher humidty durring shedding.

Animal Reference Material:

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Animal Care *SBRSC Large Boa Consrictor Information Guide for Adoption Snake Common Boa Constrictor
Animal Care Common Boa Constrictor Care: Feeding, Housing, and Handling Snake Common Boa Constrictor
Animal Care Snake UVB Lighting: What you need to know! Snake