How difficult is it to keep Pacific Tree Boa?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

How large does Pacific Tree Boa get?

Pacific Tree Boa typically reaches Up to about 1.5 m total length as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Pacific Tree Boa?

Pacific Tree Boa feeds on: Carnivore (small mammals, birds, lizards). Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Pacific Tree Boa?

The price of Pacific Tree Boa varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Pacific Tree Boa

Intermediate

Candoia bibroni

The largest member of the Pacific boa genus Candoia, found on South Pacific islands. Pale to reddish brown with stripes or blotches (some are plain), it is fully arboreal and gives birth to live young.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

25〜32℃

Lifespan

Few data on lifespan in captivity

Size

Up to about 1.5 m total length

Humidity

40〜70%

Diet

Carnivore (small mammals, birds, lizards)

About

Candoia bibroni, known as the Pacific tree boa or Fiji boa, is a boid snake with its type locality in Fiji. It ranges across Melanesia and Polynesia, including the eastern Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, the Loyalty Islands (but not mainland New Caledonia), Tonga, Tuvalu and Samoa. While most boas live in the Americas, this is one of the most isolated members of the family. It is the largest Candoia, reaching up to about 1.5 m in total length. The ground color is pale brown, tan or reddish brown with stripes, blotches or spots, though some animals are unpatterned. It inhabits forest from sea level to 1,600 m and is regarded as fully arboreal. Prey includes birds, island geckos and skinks, and small mammals such as rodents and bats. It is viviparous. Solomon Island animals have been called C. b. australis, but Reynolds and Henderson (2018) do not recognize that subspecies. Because it is easily confused with C. carinata and C. paulsoni, check the scientific name and origin before buying. In Japan it is only occasionally seen in specialist shops.

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Size of the Pacific Tree Boa

The Pacific Tree Boa grows to Up to about 1.5 m total length.

Basic Info

Origin

Fiji, eastern Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Loyalty Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu and Samoa

Lifespan

Few data on lifespan in captivity

Size

Up to about 1.5 m total length

Temperature

25〜32℃

Humidity

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Candoia bibroni (Duméril & Bibron, 1844)

Synonyms: Boa australis Montrouzier, 1860, Enygrus bibroni Duméril & Bibron, 1844

Authority databases: GBIF · The Reptile Database: Candoia bibroni · GBIF: Candoia bibroni

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

CITES Appendix II

Listed in CITES Appendix II. International trade requires an export permit from the country of origin, but no registration is needed to keep or transfer the animal within Japan. The entire family Boidae has been listed since 1977.

Sources: Species+ (CITES): Candoia bibroni

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.