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Alright I have a red tail that I bought when it was a baby. Just have a few questions on temperment when they are young to when they mature. This snake has never bit me or even remotely looked like it wanted to. Never has hissed at me and I have had multiple people handle it and pass it to each other with no problem. Is this just becuase he is young? Will it get somewhat more aggressive when he or she matures? Not complaining at all lol just want to get a little information. :D
 
Anthony,
You didn't mention what type of boa that you have. The term Red Tail is a pet store designation and doesn't really refer to a particular ssp. I'll make the assumption that you have purchased a common boa (Boa constrictor imperator). Correct me if I am wrong about this assumption.

Common boas are typically very docile - they are the Golden Retrievers of the Boid world. Barring any extreme changes in his environment, and assuming that he will be properly maintained, I think that you can expect to raise a content and well-behaved animal.

There is no reason to expect that your docile baby will develop an attitude as he matures.
 
I agree with Mike if he was going to be a biter it would be now while he's young. This doesnt mean he will never bite. I would say 7 out of 10 times a normally docile boa bites its because of a human mistake. For one you should always give him/her alittle warning that your about to grab him/her rather than grab him suddenly and catch him by suprise, also make sure your hands are completely clean after haveing a rodent smell on them. These are pretty obvious Im just letting you know in case you dont. I wish someone would have told me with my first snake he got me good, not only did I grab him without warning but I smelled like a rat too.
 
vinnybocknyg said:
I would say 7 out of 10 times a normally docile boa bites its because of a human mistake.
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I agree with everything above but would have to make that 7 out of 10 times a 9.5 out of 10 times being the owners mistake and that 1/2 point for the rare freak attacks. Just my opinion..
 
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