My name is Jeff Godbold and this page is an ongoing blog of my life, adventures, and reptile-related projects. Here at Godbold Exotics, the health of the animals always comes first. We support the ongoing efforts of captive propagation, research, and rehabilitation of exotic reptiles. Through this channel, our hope is that our passion for reptiles will be seen by all, as well as educating the public about some of the misconceptions related to our cold-blooded neighbors. What this page is NOT about, is getting "views" and "subscriptions". Here, you'll see real people doing what they love and telling real stories. You'll see updates at Godbold Exotics, feature shows from other herpers and conservationists, as well as other topics that are near and dear to us.
I HAVE THREE AMAZON TREE BOA'S LAST NIGHT I PUT THREE MICE, THREE FROG'S, AND NINE FISH IN THE TANK I WONDER HOW LONG WOULD IT TAKE FOR THEM TO BE EATEN ?
Thanks brotha! I love that my videos are at least somewhat entertaining and hopefully informative. I want to educate and entertain but not sensationalize the content. That’s not my thing…
Some great looking animals man! I’m so stoked to see that animal develop!! It looks so good! Oh! And my last name, Turgeon, you had said it right LOL. Like Sturgeon, the fish.
Thanks to you I got a Barranquilla late last fall. Thanks again Jeff for sharing during your troubling time. Wish you and your family nothing but the best.
Hey brother those are all smokers if you could holler back at me any help breeding tips anything like that would help me a lot I already do a lot of high-end boa constrictor imperator but starting with atb n love it! Thanks
Mine is evil! It doesn’t matter how much I hold her. She got out of her enclosure and came into my room, climbed up the wall and was hanging out on my guitars, she was striking out words my face. She hates me. I have no idea why. She doesn’t try to bite anyone else and everyone BUT myself are scared to death of her. I have over 200 ball pythons and boas. She is the only snakes that try’s to bite me no matter what.
Wow! I love those! I was looking into getting some myself because I like semi arboreal snakes the best! Because they are long and slender! I decided on Pearl Island Boas instead! Still want the mountains though!
Thanks brotha! Yeah, life has been kicking my butt lately. I actually went back and rewatched this video which I never do. One of my better ones; but I look tired in it lol! Thanks for the support!
I don’t pay much attention to the “market”. Amazon Tree Boas are my favorite species so that’s why I keep them. If you’re in it for money, I don’t know if I would pick ATB’s and I don’t know if I’m the best person to speak on breeding reptiles for monetary reasons. I’ll always keep Amazons regardless of the market. If you just want a pair as pets, then I can definitely help with that next year. I’m sold out for this year excluding my holdbacks. I also think it’s bad habit to project a ROI before babies are on the ground. But yes, if you’re successful in breeding them, it should cover your costs of acquiring the animals, cost of caging, and raising them to breeding size. And if you get a large enough litter, there should be some “play” money for you to acquire more animals or vacation, etc. But those are a lot of “ifs”. I would say, if Amazons fascinate you, like they do me, get some. Let the other stuff come after you get your feet wet with them. Who knows, you may not even like them, so that’s why I say, don’t get them if goal #1 is to breed them. Hope that helps :)
Thank you - it’s been a long 4 years. Spinal cord surgery, an additional surgery, appendicitis, gull bladder removal, multiple strokes, not to mention a complete decline in her quality of life. Oh, and I need screws and rods in my back lol. One day at a time, one foot in front of the other, and self help is all we can control at the moment.
Nicely said about Brian, Jeff. He is a very special guy. Also, sending positive thoughts to Marissa. May 2024 bring her well-deserved relief and improvement to her health. Happy New Year!
