Reptile · Boa
Pacific tree boa care guide
Candoia bibroni
The pacific tree boa is a advanced-level boa from Fiji, Samoa, Melanesia. Adults reach 120–180 cm and live 15–20 years in captivity. Semi-arboreal; give perches. Solitary.
- Enclosure 120 × 60 × 90 cm
- Temp Warm 28–30°C, cool 24°C
- Humidity 60–80%
How much does a pacific tree boa cost in Canada?
Pacific tree boa quick facts
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Adult size
- 120–180 cm
- Lifespan
- 15–20 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- Fiji, Samoa, Melanesia
- Minimum enclosure
- 120 × 60 × 90 cm (47 × 24 × 35 in, ≈ 171 US gal)
- Housing
- Best kept alone.
- Temperature
- Warm 28–30°C, cool 24°C
- Humidity
- 60–80%
- UVB
- Recommended
- Diet
- Carnivore – frozen/thawed mice
- Bioactive style
- Tropical arboreal
Pacific tree boa enclosure & bioactive setup
Give one adult at least 120 × 60 × 90 cm (47 × 24 × 35 inches). Best kept alone. This species suits a tropical arboreal bioactive build.
- Leaf litter2 cm
- Jurassic ABG Terrarium Mix10 cm
- Drainage – clay bio balls5 cm
Most of the action is vertical – keep the soil moist but not wet, and focus on perches and dense planting.
Temperature: Warm 28–30°C, cool 24°C. Humidity: 60–80%. UVB: Recommended.
What does a pacific tree boa eat?
Carnivore – frozen/thawed mice. Feed one appropriately sized thawed mouse every 10–14 days.
Handling, temperament & health
Usually calm.
Health watch: Watch for respiratory infections.
Cleaning & maintenance schedule
Daily
- Mist to raise humidity – usually a heavy evening misting with a dry-down by day.
- Check temperatures at perch height.
Weekly
- Feed; remove uneaten food (and diet dishes after 24–48 h).
- Check the drainage layer and prune vines.
- Look for stuck shed on toes and tails.
Monthly
- Top up leaf litter.
- Check branches and mounts are still secure.
- Clean glass, vents and misting nozzles.
Yearly
- Refresh the top of the soil in open areas.
- Replace UVB bulbs (if used) on schedule.
Recommended for a pacific tree boa bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (120 × 60 × 90 cm).
Clay Bio Balls
Drainage layer, 5 cm
Jurassic ABG Terrarium Mix
Bioactive soil layer, 10 cm
Magnolia Leaves 10/Pack
Leaf litter – food and cover for the clean-up crew
Fresh Sphagnum Moss Container
Moss for humidity pockets and planting
Cork Bark Backgrounds
Turns the back wall into climbing space
Cork Bark Tubes
A “tree trunk” to climb and hide in
Yamuna Spiderwood
Arboreal species prefer diagonal and horizontal perches
Cork Branches
More climbing routes
Pacific tree boa FAQ
Is the pacific tree boa good for beginners?
The pacific tree boa is an advanced species – best for experienced keepers. Usually calm.
What size enclosure does a pacific tree boa need?
At least 120 × 60 × 90 cm (about 47 × 24 × 35 inches, roughly 171 US gallons) for one adult. Best kept alone.
How much does a pacific tree boa cost in Canada?
Typically $300–800 CAD to buy, about $1360–2320 CAD for a complete bioactive enclosure, and $200–350 CAD a year to keep.
What temperature and humidity does a pacific tree boa need?
Temperature: Warm 28–30°C, cool 24°C. Humidity: 60–80%.
What does a pacific tree boa eat?
Carnivore – frozen/thawed mice. Feed one appropriately sized thawed mouse every 10–14 days.
Similar species
This care sheet is general guidance from One Bioactive, not veterinary advice. Needs vary with age, locality and individual animals – confirm with your breeder and an exotics vet. Prices are typical Canadian ranges in CAD and change over time.