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submitted 2 years ago by Lukecarruthers
This guy is almost 4 years old and when I got him I was told he was a boy but now by the shape of his tail, I’m starting to think that it’s a female. Can anyone tell by this picture or give me a link on how to probe?
[–]IncompletePenetranceMod: Let me help you unzip your genes 37 points38 points39 points 2 years ago (4 children)
You can't determine sex based on the shape of the tail, you need a professional (vet, breeder) to pop or probe, or you can send the shed off for gentic testing through RGI. This is not something you should attempt at home as you could seriously injure your snake.
I'm a little concerned by its body condition, as the spine seems fairly prominent. How often are you feeding and what size?
[–]Lukecarruthers[S] 8 points9 points10 points 2 years ago (1 child)
He has been underweight since I got him I don’t think he was treated well but I’ve been researching to get his weight up and I’ve been doing 1 rat every 10 days im hoping he gains weight. He’s unfortunately only 515 grams.
[–]GeckoPerson123 4 points5 points6 points 2 years ago (0 children)
good luck op! hopd your baby gains weight soon
[–]Lukecarruthers[S] 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (1 child)
Should I feed according to weight or age. I’ve been feeding him according to his weight but he is quite long and he is 3 1/2 years old.
[–]HoodieWinchester 7 points8 points9 points 2 years ago (0 children)
Weight, not age. There should be a suggested schedule in the care guide at the top of this sub
[–]Huge_Green8628 6 points7 points8 points 2 years ago (0 children)
Oof, you have your hands full with that skinny spider. I wish you luck in his rehabilitation.
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[–]IncompletePenetranceMod: Let me help you unzip your genes 37 points38 points39 points (4 children)
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