What to do with a 5 foot red tailed boa?

Question

I have a 5 foot red tailed boa, in a huge 5'x3' cage. Have had the snake 2 yrs (it belonged to my ex). Do I donate it to a zoo, or a refuge? I really am afraid of the snake and don't feel it is right to just feed and water it and not do anything else with it. Its unfair to the snake. What do I do with it?

Answer 1

Give it to a local pet store, or ask a zoo

Answer 2

you could try to sell the snake.

Answer 3

Call a local pet store and see if they want it or know of someone that would buy it from you.Many people like snakes and would be glad to have it.(not me)

Answer 4

A lot of zoos will not take donations of animals, especially common ones like that, a few will so you can try. I would look for snake rescues or trying selling or giving the snake away. I would go with sell because someone willing to pay for the snake will most likely take better care of it. Do not just let it go. I am assuming you are not in Brazil. So the snake is not native to your area. Releasing a snake that size (or any size) into an area that does not have them naturally can really mess up the ecosystem there. At first I would try to find it a new home, then try a rescue.

Answer 5

Find a local reptile rescue (do an internet search for them based on your zipcode and/or state) and tell them your situation. Most of the time they will get someone out right away and take the animal off of your hands.

Answer 6

SELL HIM TO ME!!!!! Just find out how to ship him

Answer 7

yes a zoo or a refuge is best. thank you for thinking of whats best for the snake. your local pet store can help you.