So I was "told" the sexes of my ball pythons before I got them but I would like to be able to double check myself, especially since Im thinking of possibly trying to breed out my male this winter.

Is there a sticky perhaps on the methods to popping a ball python to determine sex? Ive read up a little but would not want to mess up, especially since id be doing it on 2 pieds.

Also ive heard many different inputs on how long to wait till you breed a male. Well my male is just under 500 grams would he be a possibility this year? How about how long till you can breed a female/weight.

Once again thanks for all the help and input