Rainbow Boas: Natural History and Captive Husbandry
by Henry Bellosa and Hans Bisplinghof
Henry Bellosa and Hans Bisplinghof offer one of the most comprehensive treatments ever published on rainbow boas. Beginning with detailed taxonomic discussions—still the subject of ongoing scientific debate—the authors explore each species and subspecies with clarity and depth. Their natural history, ecology, and wide distribution across Central and South America are presented before the book transitions into an extensive section on husbandry and captive management.
A dedicated chapter by Frank Mutschmann, DVM, provides clinical insight into the health issues most commonly seen in rainbow boas under human care, giving keepers practical veterinary guidance they can trust.
Reflecting current trends in herpetoculture, the book concludes with an authoritative overview of color morph breeding, written by noted expert John Berry. This section highlights the growing importance of morph development within the giant snake community.
Beautifully produced and rich with expertise, Rainbow Boas stands as an essential reference for both new and experienced keepers. For anyone working with these remarkable boas, this is a resource you will return to again and again.
