He also used Boa constrictor the same year. In 1994 the parent species was again defined as Boa constrictor by Liner. Boa constrictor ssp. is found in Mexico and throughout Central and South America. It is a fairly common snake, living in environments ranging from moderately arid to subtropical, but always well-forested. The common boa is one of the larger constrictors.
Females are larger than males.
The average length falls between 6 and 11 feet. It is a thick, muscular snake that is both arboreal and terrestrial. Primary colors are brown, tan and maroon. Data shows that a healthy common boa can live 30-40 years. They are mostly bred in captivity and even neonates and juveniles are calm and not likely to bite.