Red Tail Boa (common boa) Animal Pictures

Boa constrictor constrictor

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red tail boa on a white floor

red tail boa on a white floor
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Red tail boas are named, clearly, for the color of their red tail.

closeup of red tail boa (common boa)

closeup of red tail boa (common boa)
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salmon columbian red tailed boa on white background and curled up

salmon columbian red tailed boa on white background and curled up
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Red tail boas are common pets for those looking for a snake to love.

closeup of red tail boa with tongue out

closeup of red tail boa with tongue out
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red tail boa hanging from tree

red tail boa hanging from tree
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Red tail boas can measure up to 13 feet.

closeup of red tail boa

closeup of red tail boa
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The red tail boa's scientific name is the more commonly heard boa constrictor.