While in the pet store I Googled with my phone on how to sex a hatchling "popping" was the method that was being used. I figured they would have done it already, nope. The store had 50+ hatchlings @ $29.99 each. We couldnt resist! I guess it really doesnt matter, I preferred a female due to the length, but a male is fine by us Thanks for all the answers and quick responses I am sure done the road, sooner than latter I will have more questions, lol.