Corallus, the neotropical tree boas, are a genus of boas found in Central America, South America and the West Indies. Nine extant species are recognized . Their stunning coloration makes them popular, but their specialized habitat and feeding make them suitable only for advanced keepers. Captive bred specimens are much more docile than their wild caught counterparts.
Extinct species
A fossil species, Corallus priscus, was described in Brazil in 2001.
External links
- Corallus.com. Accessed 4 July 2008.