Annulated tree boa (Corallus annulatus)
Snakes · Difficulty: Expert
Key facts and care guidance for Annulated tree boa (Corallus annulatus) (origin: Central America to Colombia – rainforest). Adult size around 120–180 cm. Life expectancy 15–20 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Annulated tree boa: How big does the enclosure need to be?
From 150×90×200 cm (minimum size according to the 1997 expert report, tree boas, arboreal).
Annulated tree boa: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 25–31 °C, basking spot 32 °C, at night 22–25 °C.
Annulated tree boa: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Recommended (UVB 5.0).
Annulated tree boa: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: 15–20 years.
Annulated tree boa: Is it suitable for beginners?
No – better suited to experienced keepers (difficulty: Expert).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 25–31 °C
- Night temperature
- 22–25 °C
- Basking spot
- 32 °C
- Humidity
- 75–90 %
- UVB
- Recommended (UVB 5.0)
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- from 150×90×200 cm (minimum size according to the 1997 expert report, tree boas, arboreal)
- Substrate
- Coco humus, horizontal climbing branches, dense planting, a water dish
Feeding
- Food
- Frozen-thawed mice of a suitable size
- Feeding interval
- every 10–14 days
Key facts
- Adult size
- 120–180 cm
- Life expectancy
- 15–20 years
- Origin
- Central America to Colombia – rainforest
- Protection status
- CITES II
- Brumation
- None
- Cohabitation
- Keep them singly. Snakes are solitary and do not seek company — a shared hide is competition for the best spot, not social behaviour. The concrete reason is the feeding accident: if two animals grab the same food item, one can swallow the other along with it. On top of that, once they are kept together you can no longer tell which animal has eaten and which is losing weight. For breeding, put them together under supervision and separate them again afterwards.
Notes
A nocturnal tree boa with striking ringed markings. It needs high humidity, horizontal resting branches at various heights, and quiet – by day it is coiled on a branch. Rare in captivity.
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What you need to start
To keep Annulated tree boa (Corallus annulatus) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (from 150×90×200 cm (minimum size according to the 1997 expert report, tree boas, arboreal)), substrate (Coco humus, horizontal climbing branches, dense planting, a water dish), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.
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Last updated: 9 October 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: https://dubiaroaches.com/blogs/snake-care/amazon-tree-boa-care-sheet, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corallus_annulatus
All values are non-binding guidance and do not replace expert advice. Research thoroughly from several sources before acquiring and keeping an animal, and observe the applicable law (species and animal protection in particular).