So is the total length of the snake the length of the shed? Or the length of the shed minus 4" (or a certain %, as a ringneck youd subtract less...while a retic would be way more)?Originally Posted by Argentra
Yep, I measure the sheds. Just remember to subtract about 4" for stretching.
That, putting them through a stiff tube, or using the program are the ways to go about it.
Best way to determine growth, though, is to weigh them.
I ask this because I have heard that in order to get an 'accurate' measurement on a snake...you have to measure it once it has died....I know crazy, but it's because once the snake has passed, his/her muscles are no longer contracted...thus the snake is an extra x" than when it was living. Does this make sense? Has anyone else ever heard of this?
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