Keeping boas is a highly rewarding hobby, and even after 25 years of snake keeping there is always more to learn! I’ve learned loads from meeting with other keepers and breeders, from reptile shows, and in recent years from the Internet, but without doubt the bulk of my knowledge has come from books. There are loads of boa books, and more general snake books available, but while some are superb, others are barely worth the paper they are printed on! Here are a few of my favorites to get you started…
Before I discuss books however, I would like to point out that whether you’re just getting started and considering your first snake, or if you’re an experienced snake keeper looking to further your knowledge, you’ll be sure to find lots of great information in my free mini-course. Just fill out your name and email at the top of the page and I’ll send you part one right away!
Boa constrictor books
Boa Care Made Easy - Billy Deakin
Well, it makes sense for my to list my own book first! Of course I’m probably a little biased, since I put so much of my time and effort over many months to write it, but I honestly believe it to be one of the best books out there. It is the book I wished I had when I first started keeping snakes all those years ago, and it certainly would have prevented some of the early mistakes I made. It covers every aspect of keeping boas from choosing the right species for you, housing, feeding, breeding, medical care and more… I thoroughly receommend it (but then I would say that!) and I back my claims up with a full money back guarantee! For a full explaination of what is covered in the book visit the boa care made easy page.
Available from: Boa-care.com
Price: $14.99
Click here to purchase Boa Care Made Easy
Boas and Pythons Breeding and Care - Erik Stoops
This is probably my favorite boa constrictor book (after my own of couse!) and is perfect for the intermediate to expert keeper. Stoops gives some great introductory and background information, but also specific technical information such as drug dosages. I wouldn’t be without this one in my library!
Available from: Amazon
Price: $31.00
Click here to purchase The Living Boas
The Living Boas - Jerry Walls
This is part of a 2 book series, the other titled The Living Pythons. Another great book packed with information and photos. There husbandry section is a little small and slightly out dated now, but still good, and there is lots of good species descriptions and general boa information. Anyone with an interest in boas or pythons really ought to have both of these on their bookshelf!
Available from: Amazon
Price: $18.99
