In 1997 a group of juveniles boas were imported from Suriname by Zoo Botanica of Miami and were then later aquired by Peter Bandre of Incredible Pets. This group was quickly sold off except for one male that Brian Abrahamson was lucky enough to aquire. This male was paired with a large imported female that produced 16 babies which founded his FLR bloodline (floridaredtails.com).

Debates surfaced suggesting that the animals where smuggled out of Brazil. The short tails, huge peaks, and golden color gave some doubts as to where these animals came from and were subsequently renamed "Boas of Unknown Origin." The most noticable trait is the enormous size of the neonates and the pronounced dorsal patterns. Brian Abrahamson continued to work with these animals, producing numerous litters of hardy babies year after year.

In closing, I would like to say that I do not want credit for creating or naming this line of boa constrictors. The only credit I wish to receive is for keeping this bloodline and name alive. Full credit on establishing this bloodline goes to Brian Abrahamson and I want to thank him for all of his hard work with these wonderful animals. Our goal is to produce and mantain this amazing line for the enjoyment of others in this hobby. We are striving to mantain the purity and keep the bloodline alive.

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