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Yes, Argentines are one of the largest subpecies of the boa constrictors (if not the largest). Not only do they reach 9-12 feet, but they are heavier bodied than the others. My Argie male is about the same length of one my bci males, but the Argie clearly outweighs him! I have read that boas generally do not grow to their full potential in captivity. I can only imagine how large a wild female might be if this is true [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_eek.gif[/img]
Temperament.... I have heard all the stories about their nasty attitudes. When I first got mine he would hiss like there was no tomorrow and do little 'fake strikes'. More often than not, it is ALL bluff! Once in the hands, he calms down. Set him down for one second, go to touch him again and he starts hissing again, LMAO. I told him to shut up and grabbed him. When they are young like that, if they do manage to make contact, the bite isn't too bad. [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_wink.gif[/img] I placed my Argie in a very nicely decorated tank. It had a LOT of hiding places, things to climb and 2 water bowls so he would never have to go far for a drink. He calmed down immediately and has been the sweetest since. Even when he is in full blue, I can reach in and pet his head without worrying about being bitten. The only time he hisses now is if I walk by his enclosure after feeding and he is still swallowing his rat! [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_lol.gif[/img] It is quite possible that you just had a really nervous baby. That can happen with ANY species of snake.
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