Top 3 things to know before buying your 1st Green Tree Python or Emerald Tree Boa

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  • Information you should know before buying your first Green Tree Python or Emerald Tree Boa. How difficult are they to keep? Who should I buy it from? What should I keep it in?

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  • @bgbender
    @bgbender 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Turns out you actually do know what you're talking about. (love it btw)

  • @WickensWickedReptiles
    @WickensWickedReptiles 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    very helpful, great video!

    • @gsreptiles5606
      @gsreptiles5606  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Appreciate the kind words (and have watched many of your videos). Thank you.

  • @yeehaw7061
    @yeehaw7061 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    What a beautiful emrald tree boa! You're one of the few youtubers who I feel as if they know what you're doing and talking about. I'm only 5 minutes into the video and I'm already enjoying this. You'll be a huge hit in no time! (Also I love the comedy you added in this video, it makes it way more enjoyable!)

    • @garrettlempia6539
      @garrettlempia6539 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Check out Clints Reptiles great channel

  • @aurieamoore5823
    @aurieamoore5823 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love how informative this is! And that it caters to the more advanced keeper. Obviously as it should be, given the animal in discussion. But just in general it is hard to find good sources of further education for intermediate+ keepers in today's herp society, given how much we emphasize the new keeper's educational needs over that of the more seasoned ones. I'm excited to see what else you will cover in future videos!

  • @caitwn8548
    @caitwn8548 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Straightforward, down to earth, practical information. What a rare treat on youtube! Definitely subscribing, and sharing this with a couple of people I know who are in the 'thinking about it' phase.

  • @BISCUITMONKEY
    @BISCUITMONKEY 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Awesome video! Someone actually disliked this? Must have been Scali

    • @gsreptiles5606
      @gsreptiles5606  4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Probably my mom. (She's never been supportive.)

    • @slushyvevo8973
      @slushyvevo8973 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      GS Reptiles Its okay my mom is the same way lol

  • @Inbox62682
    @Inbox62682 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I think it's safe to say we all want a tour of the collection for our next video. Great job Gary

  • @Chismin007
    @Chismin007 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Fantastic video. Thank you for sharing this information. I am new to Emeralds and just bought my first pair. I will have them soon, and this helped a lot with narrowing down questions I had.

  • @honeyreptiles978
    @honeyreptiles978 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This was actually amazing. I’ve been considering one of these beauties for a long time. I’ll definitely be reaching out to you for my purchase 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @ryanpresto9740
    @ryanpresto9740 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Gary you goofball, it’s so nice to put a face to the name after hearing you on various herpetological podcasts. More videos please, don’t even edit them, just give us more lol

  • @theboagarden
    @theboagarden 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad you brought you're knowledge and animals to TH-cam. We needed this!!!

  • @theregalreptile3953
    @theregalreptile3953 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You did a fantastic job with your first video!!!! I'm so interested in Green tree pythons! I didn't know you could keep them in such a small enclosure at first!

  • @tonyoscroft8577
    @tonyoscroft8577 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent video Gary and great invaluable information for any upcoming new Chondro or Caninus keepers, keep up the good work mate.

  • @mtrehker
    @mtrehker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Phenomenal video...great info. One of the best I've seen on ETBs and Chondros! Very well done!

  • @brennannowlin1326
    @brennannowlin1326 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, Gary! A ton of valuable information for new comers. I second Victor's recommendation for a collection tour!!

  • @girthbrooksvr5335
    @girthbrooksvr5335 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the info man, ive been wanting one for about 5 years and I am just now trying to make it happen. Great info, subscribe to this man, he knows his stuff.

  • @aj9752
    @aj9752 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just come across this video I'm going to sub in the hope that your future vids are gonna be as good as this one from a fellow chondro keeper in the UK

  • @BrianKusko
    @BrianKusko 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This was a fantastic video!

    • @gsreptiles5606
      @gsreptiles5606  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Brian. You're a fixture in my living room.

  • @txdukklr
    @txdukklr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    thanks my first guy is inbound from a private breeder . . . .

    • @user-hq8tt7rt7y
      @user-hq8tt7rt7y 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What is he? Where did you get him? How is he?

  • @gregmeissner9960
    @gregmeissner9960 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good info, I love these snakes, I learned that they are not for me (I love snakes that I can handle). Great video.

  • @snakemannn1744
    @snakemannn1744 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice video ,,,,,, I did enjoy the education on the fact there of ' ,,,, handshakes '

  • @zacharychilcote8155
    @zacharychilcote8155 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you, I am currently getting everything set up for my first GTP and this reinforces everything I am doing.

  • @frankmead9288
    @frankmead9288 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for all the insite, it's greatly appreciated

  • @polainas9
    @polainas9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very Good Gary! It doesnt even look like its your first video! Keep it coming and I guarantee you that the followers will increase crazy fast!

  • @themadhatter444
    @themadhatter444 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tremendous video, man. That's how it should be done. Very informative and well laid out.

  • @moshballs7477
    @moshballs7477 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Beautiful collection.

  • @shepardsforgeh2031
    @shepardsforgeh2031 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a panther chameleon and it's living art! Not to be touched! I understand this!

  • @moreliaviridis4003
    @moreliaviridis4003 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent info for even those who just need to brush up on some things before feeling confident enough to spend the mula

  • @terryburwell8241
    @terryburwell8241 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is scratching my itch. Looking forward to the rest of the series.

  • @chacongrafx2238
    @chacongrafx2238 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Gary. 🙌🏽

  • @nickhousley1301
    @nickhousley1301 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this video and your setups, my biak green tree python is on the way and this video was very helpful!

  • @charlesdarwin54
    @charlesdarwin54 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Outstanding video- first rate advice. Thank you.

  • @nataliecampbell3385
    @nataliecampbell3385 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You have a great personality for youtube, entertaining video

  • @julianpineda8645
    @julianpineda8645 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow luv ur set up n quality .. Great advice... I have two emerald 🌳 boas.. Big big females ...

  • @peterwhite9850
    @peterwhite9850 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic video Gary, Really useful info for people getting into this hobby. Keep them coming, I dont usually subscribe to anything but this is great. who on earth actually gave this a thumbs down!

  • @joelwale
    @joelwale 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Cheers for the advice

  • @robertholland8539
    @robertholland8539 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video Gary interesting and helpful hope see more man!

  • @loundella175
    @loundella175 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for taking the time to do this video. Great presentation. 👍👍

  • @Whatcamo1
    @Whatcamo1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video thank you I'm getting my things together and plan on starting my collection of Chondros and Emeralds towards this fall

  • @CameronClare
    @CameronClare 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the video! I'm looking to get a GTP soon & am super happy I came across your channel!

  • @jjs811
    @jjs811 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Thanks for sharing.

  • @LanceKirkman
    @LanceKirkman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so very much!
    So excited to see your future videos. Thank you!

  • @musuroialex
    @musuroialex 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing video! Thanks

  • @LotteryReptiles
    @LotteryReptiles 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved it and subscribed!

  • @billstegall104
    @billstegall104 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fantastic video my friend !!!!!

  • @colinryan4031
    @colinryan4031 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the videos Gary you are talking 81 -83 on the hot spot right I am in love with this journey on figure out what I need to get my first chondro

    • @garyschiavino1751
      @garyschiavino1751 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, Colin! 83 is perfect!

  • @oMDK1
    @oMDK1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job!! Very informative, clear messages, and great quality!!

  • @stevenspear6732
    @stevenspear6732 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Gary! I really like what you are doing.

  • @RoyalReptilePirates
    @RoyalReptilePirates 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very informative, thank you!

  • @christopherschiavino3147
    @christopherschiavino3147 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice vid uncle Gary!👌

  • @MrTiptonboa
    @MrTiptonboa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interesting I see alot of you American breeders using water bases. Us UK boys dont adopt this approach. Many methods work tho as you promote. Great video!!

    • @gsreptiles5606
      @gsreptiles5606  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your input and thanks for posting. All of the best!

  • @Miss925
    @Miss925 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Gary

  • @garrymcgaw4745
    @garrymcgaw4745 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid Gary I keep Aussie G T P's, we can't import any reptile down under, but the Basin boa's look striking. Cheers mate

  • @raula.4574
    @raula.4574 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I feel like I cane to the Right place here, I'm looking into getting my firs ETB and all this info is just so helpful, I'm hoping I can actually get at least a CB, even if not CBB but not directly wild caught, will check more vids about it

  • @Narutass43
    @Narutass43 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Green trees are definitely up on the hill for me. Right now I'm just raising up my ball pythons for breeding.
    The next step up I'm eyeing would be carpets or white-lips.

  • @ashleydolan1429
    @ashleydolan1429 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoying these vids, great information. Keep it up, seems like you have a beautiful collection by the way. Maby you could do a tour.

  • @Spl33f
    @Spl33f 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Vid! Thanks a bunch! Breeding video would be great future video ;)

  • @dalebrownhill2540
    @dalebrownhill2540 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    For the most part I agree that GTPs don't like handling I have one maruke that might be the exception to this rule he actually seems to enjoy being handled occasionally

  • @DPNx714
    @DPNx714 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video, Gary! Subbed...hope to see the whole collection.

  • @gardener5857
    @gardener5857 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you.

  • @verbel1331
    @verbel1331 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Can't wait for more!

  • @masterbroadcast1
    @masterbroadcast1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Subscribed. Love your energy!

  • @grahambattison8459
    @grahambattison8459 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome Gary

  • @aznfish919
    @aznfish919 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video and great facility!

  • @brianburke6003
    @brianburke6003 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Would love to see Ed make an appearance.

  • @chondrolorado
    @chondrolorado 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job Gary!

  • @jameswoods8063
    @jameswoods8063 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Would love to see videos covering the Northerns you are working with, and the Sanzinia. The Sanzinia in particular do not get enough love or representation in the hobby.

  • @reptileboy91
    @reptileboy91 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    im your 1k sub!!! cant wait for more videos!! congrats on 1k subs btw!!

  • @fernandacruz5288
    @fernandacruz5288 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Woah she is gorgeous. Thanks for this video!!!!very helpful 🖤

  • @joannaprice7240
    @joannaprice7240 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is awesome Gary!!

  • @hannibaltheanimal9836
    @hannibaltheanimal9836 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video man!

  • @davidcallahan4367
    @davidcallahan4367 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Gary, I love your animals. Kind of off the wall question for ya, what type of wood are you using for the perches in your snakes enclosures? I love the natural look they give your enclosures. It's much nicer than PVC piping.

    • @gsreptiles5606
      @gsreptiles5606  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi David, unfortunately the gentleman who made the perches in my cages no longer makes them due to some health issues, however Specialty Enclosure Designs (www.specialtyenclosuredesigns.com), now makes them, and they are a great place to deal with. Thanks for watching! Gary

    • @davidcallahan4367
      @davidcallahan4367 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      GS Reptiles thank you.

  • @tennlabs
    @tennlabs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job Gary, but one huge mistake!!! You said the Sanzinia will turn completely green. No way, it will retain the sorta white saddles. You should know that!!!! Just messing with you bud! Really, nice job and nice setup. Keep me in mind for some nice Northern hatchlings.

  • @ericgutierrez728
    @ericgutierrez728 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really hope you make more videos on enclosure set up and temps and humidity and just make more videos period I liked this one a lot

  • @Zack.Y
    @Zack.Y 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking forward to the next video's ! :)

  • @sinistar426
    @sinistar426 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Two of the most important things to ask yourself before buying a reptile,
    Whats your plan if you die or are hospitalized , who will care for them in your absence?
    Whats your back up plan for the possibility of a long term loss of power and are you in possession of what you need before it happens?

  • @treborllorrac1267
    @treborllorrac1267 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought my baby green tree python at petco. They had 2 for 500 each. Petco policy wont allow live feeding. Neither of the 2 would eat frozen. One died after about 3 months. I offered the manager half price which he declined at first but agreed on my next visit. I offered live as soon as i got home and it ate immediately. I misted 2-3 times a day until all of the stuck shed came off. I now have a healthy GTP for the low cost of $250

    • @Rreeeee
      @Rreeeee ปีที่แล้ว

      Idk if all of that stress and heartbreak is worth a $250 discount. Also a farm bred or potentially wild caught gtp is roughly worth $300.

  • @terrenbrandt4822
    @terrenbrandt4822 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    A green tree python is my dream snake. One of these day.

  • @SxDx1986
    @SxDx1986 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for being right to the point

  • @evergreengeckos
    @evergreengeckos 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol I went and impulse got mine I have done a little research on mine but I found him on Craigslist for free with his pvc cage in bad condition and had to help him

  • @justahobbyreptiles403
    @justahobbyreptiles403 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’ve always wanted a green tree python for a display animal I’m a small hobby ball python breeder just found your channel have learned a lot already keep these coming look forward to contacting you in the future for a baby

  • @luisitoramos630
    @luisitoramos630 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I need you to provide me with some good and trusted green tree python breeders, been on the search for the longest,

  • @wytemanfrmtwn9363
    @wytemanfrmtwn9363 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You looked gorgeous that day

  • @GreenTreePythons
    @GreenTreePythons 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video!

  • @matthewotremba9230
    @matthewotremba9230 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    To guarantee your humidity level stays "SAFE" (above 50 %)
    Keep a half inch of charcloal , soaking wet , with , light diffuser grill wrapped in screen (to keep substrait separate from the wet ) with your choice of substrate on top . The humidity is always avove 50 percent
    The substrate is never wet
    The enclosure never goes dry . My ball python has had full sheds ever since .
    And I do the same for my 10 gallon that is filled to the top with ecoearth , and cork round tunnels for a boro box for my skinks
    Both have irrigation pipes installed in each set up
    but not important in a typical setup , as you can displace a little substrate , and , re-wet your coal or sand base
    You can tell when it needs to be moistened , as , you will no longer see condensation on the glass
    at the very bottom of enclosure , if it is a glass at the bottom ?

  • @jacobmorton6280
    @jacobmorton6280 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Need more videos like this ❤

  • @kyledowdall5789
    @kyledowdall5789 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just want to say that no snake in my opinion snakes don't attack they defend they are not aggressive snake's don't actively seek people out and bite them they are generally scared and defensive
    Tom Crutchfield said it best true magic and understanding happens when the keeper and the kept lose their fear that's when the real magic happens

  • @thepunisher8078
    @thepunisher8078 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow Gary great advice! I remember you back on the mvf forum glad to see you still in the mix.
    I just recently am getting in gtps again and I just got a Amazon basin emerald tree boa my first one ever.
    Again nice channel and boy I remember back in those mvf days what a collection you had is Greg still around or Cathy?

  • @francescochirico6234
    @francescochirico6234 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    good video. you should make a video about the regurgitation in these animal

  • @chondro3
    @chondro3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Gary,
    Winslow Murdoch here. When you have hatchling GTPs, would be great to do a first feeding (or, not feeding yet) video.
    Also curious about maintaining ambient temps for babies and adults.
    Any thoughts about UVB and color and pattern development?
    FYI, I am having some success with low wattage LED lights as heat in ambient temperature maintained rooms.
    I agree with a room air purifier that moves air.
    Also, Prodex insulation, AKA Reflectix, is a game changer for snake room and cage specific insulation that is not very flammable, acts as vapor and air barrier and heat insulator.
    BTW, I still have and use your neodesha 48 inch wide cages and three stack rack that you delivered to my house almost 20 years ago.

  • @BettyWyteMMA
    @BettyWyteMMA 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, thank you!

  • @7goldie77
    @7goldie77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When you talk about the 81-82 degree temp for the emeralds are you talking hot spot?

  • @kristinkenny6541
    @kristinkenny6541 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you

  • @itzjdub282
    @itzjdub282 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's not about the snakes enjoyment. All snakes prefer to be left alone

  • @user-zj9ow6vl1m
    @user-zj9ow6vl1m 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Gary, you mentioned heating for baby chondros in snake racks and your ambient range for them. But what temperature do you set your thermostat to? I know every room is different, personally I cycle my room temps from 76-82F throughout the year to breed the various species I keep. But since you want them around 82F ambient I’m curious what you set the heat tape to in your situation. Great vids, thanks for the good info

  • @johnhausmann2457
    @johnhausmann2457 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I disagree on handling, but admittedly I don't know some of the species. I think it's how you handle. I also think there's a difference between not wanting to come off a perch and not wanting to be handled. It's two different things. If the snake is willing to go through the unnatural process with you, where there's a risk to both, it tends to be rewarding for both. My amazon basin demonstrates affection. He shows you he wants to come off - he cant do it himself. it's painful every time, but once hes off, he cuddles n rubs his chin on you and stuff. Never would have seen it if I didn't pull him off. He also has times he tells me he doesnt want to. These aren't that different from northerns. A captive bred northern is prob similar temperment. You can't handle them as much as a boa and its on their schedule and thats true.

  • @danewhalen825
    @danewhalen825 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Alton Brown of reptiles.

  • @ralva2779
    @ralva2779 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool! 😀

  • @txdukklr
    @txdukklr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks is great video

  • @morningowl43
    @morningowl43 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    1:13 instant sub