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    Sexing my ball python

    I recently got my first ball python almost 2 weeks ago. He/She has successfully eaten both times I tried to feed them. But they still have yet to shed. I got him/her from a pet store so I’m unsure if the morph and sex of my snake. I’ve done a bit of research and have come to the conclusion that sexing a ball python can only be accurately named if done by probing or popping. But I’ve also learned that both can be harmful to your snake, particularly probing. I’ve seen a few tutorials on how to pop but I’m too scared to try, because I don’t want hurt them. Unfortunately, there are very few exotic veterinarians where I live. That is why I’m opting to try and “pop” him/her myself. Is this a good idea? Please leave any tips/tricks

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    Re: Sexing my ball python

    Quote Originally Posted by bbb100 View Post
    I recently got my first ball python almost 2 weeks ago. He/She has successfully eaten both times I tried to feed them. But they still have yet to shed. I got him/her from a pet store so I’m unsure if the morph and sex of my snake. I’ve done a bit of research and have come to the conclusion that sexing a ball python can only be accurately named if done by probing or popping. But I’ve also learned that both can be harmful to your snake, particularly probing. I’ve seen a few tutorials on how to pop but I’m too scared to try, because I don’t want hurt them. Unfortunately, there are very few exotic veterinarians where I live. That is why I’m opting to try and “pop” him/her myself. Is this a good idea? Please leave any tips/tricks
    If you never pop an BP before chances how you will not manage to accurately sex it by yourself, sure you can watch videos however the one thing missing is that a video does not demonstrate how much pressure you need to apply, that you learn in person with someone showing you and guiding you. Most common mistake I have seen from people I thought how to sex a snake is that they do not apply enough pressure.

    Find a herper near you that can teach you.
    Deborah Stewart


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