Species information
Solomon Island Ground Boa
Condoia carinata paulsoni
Common name
Solomon Island Ground Boa
Scientific name
Condoia carinata paulsoni
Family
Boidae
Appearance
The background colour of the solomon island ground boa varies greatly from white to deep red, pink, orange, gold, gray, silver, brown or even black. A zig-zag stripe characterizes this snake, and is very useful for identification. This species has keeled scales and a prehensile tail.
Locality
The Solomon islands
Adult size
3-4ft
Approx lifespan
10-12years or more
REcomended vivarium size
24x18x18in, length is more important than height, but some high is still required.
Basic set up type
Humid forest with a large bowl for soaking
Diet
The diet for the Solomon Island Ground Boa should be made up of rodents
Further reading
N/A
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