Motley Het Anery Colombian Boa
About this product
Motley Het Anery Colombian Boa — 398+ sold. In stock at Morphdirect.
The Motley Het Anery Colombian Boa is a cornerstone morph for breeders and collectors seeking a proven, visually striking animal with strong genetic potential. Since we began stocking it in early 2026, it has consistently been one of our top-selling boas. This snake is for the keeper who values a reliable, hardy specimen that serves as both a stunning display animal and a key building block for future projects.
Stand-Out Features
- Proven Genetics: The Motley pattern, combined with the heterozygous Anerythristic gene, offers a high-contrast, clean look and significant breeding potential.
- Exceptional Temperament: Known for a calm, tractable disposition, making it an excellent choice for both experienced and intermediate handlers.
- Robust Health: Colombian Boas are famously hardy, and this line exemplifies that with strong feeders and resilient constitutions.
- High Demand Morph: This is one of our most-reordered items; customers frequently return for a second to pair up or diversify their breeding stock.
- Distinctive Pattern: The Motley gene alters the typical saddle pattern, creating unique, elongated blotches and a cleaner dorsal appearance.
Technical Data
| Species | Boa constrictor imperator |
| Morph | Motley Het Anery |
| Locale | Colombian |
| Weight (measured) | 1.2 oz |
| Feeding Status | Established on frozen/thawed rodents |
| Sex | Unsexed Juvenile (sexing available upon request) |
| Recommended Enclosure | 40+ gallon breeder for juvenile |
Your Questions Answered
What does "Het Anery" mean for breeding?
This animal carries one copy of the Anerythristic gene. When bred to another Het Anery or visual Anery boa, statistically 25% or 50% of the offspring, respectively, will be visual Anery—lacking red and yellow pigments for a black, white, and gray appearance.
How large will this boa get?
As a Colombian locality, this boa will typically reach a manageable adult size of 6 to 8 feet, with females generally being larger. They are a substantial but manageable snake with a slow growth rate over many years.
Is this a good snake for a beginner?
While Colombian Boas are hardy, their potential adult size and lifelong commitment make them best suited for intermediate keepers or dedicated beginners who have researched their long-term care requirements for enclosure size, humidity, and feeding.
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Specs at a glance
Key attributes
| Species | Live Animal |