A bite from a Kenyan sand boa is no more severe than a scratch from a housecat, to put it into perspective, but it can still be painful for you and traumatic for the snake, and for these reasons a bite should be avoided.

Are Kenyan sand boas aggressive?

They are not an aggressive snake and rarely bite. Boas will try their best to escape or quickly burrow away from threats. For some first time keepers a hiding snake may not be that interesting but their docile nature makes them a great pet.

Should I get a male or female Kenyan sand boa?

Its easy to sex kenyan sand boas without relying on the spurs or popping which can damage snakes if done improperly. Males have a longer tail from their cloaca (anal vent) to the tip of their tail, and the tip has a rounder look to it. With females the tail is shorter from the cloaca to the tip and the tip is pointed.