PENDING ADOPTION!!! Hi there — my name is Bucatini, and 2026 is my year to find my forever family. 🤍✨ I’m a gentle giant boa with a calm, curious nature, and I’m ready to find a home where I can truly be cherished. My journey hasn’t been easy. I was found exploring a backyard, far from home, and ended up at a shelter where my previous owner never came for me. Even so, I never lost my gentle spirit. In August 2021, I was welcomed into rescue, where I’ve been thriving in loving care and patiently waiting for the right family — someone who will see me for the calm, affectionate, and curious companion I am. At 9 feet long and 20 pounds, I’m a breathtaking, still-growing boa who enjoys meeting new people, whether at adoption events or during quiet moments with my caretakers. Everyone who meets me notices my gentle demeanor, steady temperament, and unique personality. Because of my size and strength, I’ll do best with a family who has experience caring for big snakes. Thoughtful, careful handling keeps both me and everyone around me safe, and I should always be supervised around small children. ✨ Boa – Species & Personality Facts ✨ • Can grow 9–12 feet long as adults • Calm, gentle, and curious, especially when approached respectfully • Solitary by nature — prefer our own space and cozy hides • Enjoy exploring and interacting with people in calm settings • Lifespan: 20–30 years in captivity with proper care • Require consistent, patient handling for the best bond 🏠 Husbandry & Enclosure Requirements 🏠 • Minimum enclosure: 6 feet long × 2.5 feet wide × 2.5 feet tall (larger is always better) - The rescue will help to guide you. • Enclosures should prioritize ground space over height • Front-opening enclosures are ideal for safe, low-stress access • Temperature gradient: warm side 88–92°F, cool side 78–82°F • Moderate humidity, with access to a water bowl large enough to soak • Multiple sturdy hides to feel secure • Simple, functional décor works best — cozy and safe 🐍 I’m looking for a human who: • Can provide safe, thermostat-controlled heat 🔥 • Knows (or wants to learn) proper boa care, including temperature, humidity, and safe handling • Can respect my body language and boundaries, as I may be a bit testy at times • Can give me time to settle in — 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to build trust, and 3 months to truly feel at home ⏳ I’m calm, steady, and ready to bring a little peace, curiosity, and gentle charm into the right home. Could 2026 be our year together? 🏡✨ ✨ PLEASE NOTE: 🎁 We can only accept applications from interested parties who are in or near San Diego County, California at this time. ❄️ We do not ship reptiles 🚫✈️ but we may be willing to work with you if you are willing to travel 🚗 🌟 #2 (snowflake) will depend on the animal that you are applying for and is at the discretion of the board of directors. 💌 If you’d like to make me part of your family, please click the Adoption Application button below — I can’t wait to meet you! 🎁✨