welcome to Surinamboas.com

My Mission

To contribute high quality, genetically sound, and healthy boa constrictors by practicing impeccable husbandry, sound and ethical breeding practices, and highly selective pairing. The time has come to change the face of our boa market. The old "mill" mentality of cranking out large numbers of boa constrictor is destroying our market. We need to work together to raise the bar when it comes to breeding standards. .......... Marc E. Duhon

AVAILABLE BOA GALLERY

I created this gallery on a private photohosting site to allow me to update it instantly to reflect sales and new stock. I send out litter announcements via email containing links to galleries of new litters as they become available. I always send these announcements to past customers first, then a few days later the rest on the invites go out. If you would like to be placed on the mailing list please send me an email including the following info:

Name:

Location:

Race of Boa you are shopping for:

Thanks for your interest, Marc Duhon

Upcoming Events 2011 - Lousiana

GULF COAST REPTILE EXPO

Sept 10th & 11th

1616 Youngsville hwy , Lafayette, LA

Interested in adding your name to the growing Vendor's list? call Jeff @ 606-369-4357

Professional Information

I’m a Certified Environmental Scientist and work for the City of New Iberia as their Environmental Compliance Officer. I love my job and it’s honestly the first job that I’ve been excited to go to everyday. I deal with Environmental permitting, safety, GIS, & soil and water diagnostics.

Herp History

Like many other reptile enthusiasts, my love for reptiles started as an early age. I was always fascinated with nature, and was an avid birdwatcher as early as the age of 12. To my mother’s disgust I was always bringing all kinds of critters home, hiding them in makeshift cages in my bedroom.  Fast-forward to the early 90’s – I received my very first mail order reptile price list from GulfCoast Reptiles.  I remember anxiously awaiting those monthly lists from Gulf Coast, Glades, Tom Crutchfield, and Reptile Solutions. I would scan these price lists in complete amazement, dreaming of all the exotic rarities that I never before imagined were available to the aspiring reptile collector. These were the old days before instant internet access, when the only decent source of information was my beaten up copy of “Reproductive Husbandry of Boas and Pythons”  I wore that book out so much that the cover eventually fell off. Around this time, Bob Clark sent out these amazing photographs of his Albino, Tiger, and Yellowhead Retics and I immediately knew I had to have one.  I had a pet store grade Burmese python and boa constrictor, and I was bored with their rather pedestrian appeal. All of my reptile friends had a plethora of pet store second rate snakes, and I had to go to the next level.  I ordered my first baby reticulated python from a classified ad in the back of REPTILES magazine.  Baby Yellowhead reticulated pythons for $175 seemed like a steal back then, so I placed an order C.O.D. and anxiously awaited my very first mail order reptile.  I remember the trip to the local airport like it was yesterday.  I rushed out to my car and promptly opened the shipping container, untied the snake bag, and looked in amazement at the bright orange eyes staring up at me from inside the heavy burlap bag.  I remember being shocked at how long this 3 week old baby was, with a huge head and almost fluorescent orange eyes. This particular retic was very docile, and I enjoyed raising him.  Within a year I had collected a menagerie of assorted constrictors.  My roommate at the time was also a reptile fanatic, so we were always getting in different snakes.  Like a lot of other young reptile enthusiasts I dreamt about breeding my menagerie. My first love was reticulate pythons, but blood python were more feasible at the time so I bought a few pairs of imported Malaysians from Tom Crutchfield.  I remember those bloods were pure evil LOL.  So I will skip through several years since I could fill a small novel if I keep this up. 

I was pretty hardcore when it came to bloods and retics during the past 16 years, However, I decided to abandon all my retic projects summer of 2008. In my opinion there are far too many retics being bred. These pythons require a great deal of resources to flourish in captivity, and I really don’t think a large percentage of retic buyers have any idea what it will be like caring for a 17-20 foot snake. I can't live with the thought of contributing to the problem so I decided to focus on a new project.

I decided to focus my attention on True Redtail Boa constrictor constrictor. What can I say? These snakes are amazing! In my opinion they represent the total package as far as constricting snakes are concerned. They have very unique and intelligent behaviour, highly variable litters, amazing coloration, and have a manageable size. I have to admit that it was the Suriname locales that drew me into this species, but my real passion lies with the Brazilian races, particularly those originating in Northern Brazil.
My current collection consists of boas with bloodlines originating in Brazil, Suriname, and Bolivia.

The Boa constrictor project has become by far the most rewarding chapter in my herpetoculture experience. I have gained an entirely new prospective on herpetoculture after delving into the world of BCC and locality boas. It is very rewarding to network with so many amazing people who share this odd passion of mine. I highly suggest the forum Reptile Insider to anyone with an interest in these amazing boas.

TERMS of SALE

PAYMENT

I accept Paypal, USPS Money Order, Cashiers Check, and Personal Check. All funds must clear my account before finalizing sale. I will hold an animal for 30 days with a 20% non refundable deposit.

SHIPPING

I ship FedEx next day air only. Shipment usually arrives by 10:30 am the next day. In the event a package is late, please give me a call so I can contact FedEx. I have had more consistency over the years with FedEx, so I feel comfortable with their service. I do not accept responsibility for any delays incurred during shipment.

Animals will be shipped in high quality NEW insulated boxes, with the appropriate heating and cooling solution for the season. Shipping will only take place Monday through Wednesday. I will not ship animals during extreme weather conditions. Shipping prices will vary, but usually run around $55 - $65 for small boas. I only ship to locations in the lower 48, and am not set up to export.

SALES PHILOSOPHY

I take a great deal of pride in my boas. I would like to share my passion for these amazing animals by producing boas of the highest caliber. I will only offer for sale boas that are healthy, feeding, and well acclimated. All boas offerred for sale will be displayed in a picture gallery, and the boa you choose will be the one you recieve. If you need different pictures to help make your decision I will be happy to send some via email. As a small breeder, I am more interested in selling to people who share my passion for these boas. I may ask potential customers I don't know personally a few questions or ask for a reference to get a feel for you before completing a sale, so please don't get offended by this. I want my animals to go to good homes, where they will thrive.

As a customer of SURINAMBOAS.COM, you are entitled to advice and guidance throughout the lifetime of your boa.

SEXING

I dont probe neonates, but practice the "bump" method of sexing baby boas. This method is the industry standard practiced by all boa breeders I do business with and is safer for neonates and less invasive. I probe all boas over 1 year of age. Mis-sexing happens to the best of us, and I will try my best to accomodate you in the event I mis-sex your boa by exchanging it within 24 hours of reciept. I cannot however guarantee sex with 100% accuracy.

UPON RECIEPT of YOUR PACKAGE

• Inspect the packaging for damages caused in transit
• Observe the temperature of the contents of the package
• Carefully unpack your boa
• Give the boa time to acclimate
• Do not feed for at least 1 week
• Avoid handling until acclimated

If there are any problems with packaging, temperature, or health of your boa notify me immediately.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS

CONTACT INFO

Marc Duhon

337-344-7758

kaiyudsai@SURINAMBOAS.com

Please feel free to contact me with any questions, comments,

or if you just want to talk boas..

HELPFUL LINKS

OTHER USEFUL LINKS

 

National Reptile Breeder's Expo

International Herpetological Symposium

Louisiana Reptile & Exotic Animal Expo - Gila Productions

Repticon - Reptile and Exotic Animal Conventions

 

BASIC HUSBANDRY of Boa constrictor constrictor