i have an albino corn snake, and it has sheded over 8 times. When should I take it to the vet to see if it's male or female? And for it's actual age, I got it when it was pretty young on March 23 06. Thanks.
2007-02-15 11:27:53 · 4 answers · asked by Reagan 1 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
can tell at any age, be sure you go to a reptile specialist. They need to probe the snake and handle it carefully. Some specialty reptile pet shops can also do it for you for a small fee and they are sometimes much better than vets. No one can really determine the actual age, unless you got that from the breeder, depending on what it was feed and how often. Also the quality of food and caging will determine how big and fast a snake can grow. Most experts can guess a estimation of age from size and condition. I raise corn snakes nad foster and rehab wild injured snakes.
2007-02-15 11:33:02 · answer #1 · answered by I luv Pets 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You haven't stated your reasoning for sexing your snake. Unless you are planning to breed it, it really isn't worth the time or expense. If you really need to know the sex though, you should find a reptile specialist vet in your area or a reputable breeder to help in your quest. There is virtually no way that I am aware of, to acurately tell your snakes age unless you might be able to find out through the place you purchased it. Good luck and enjoy your pet.
2007-02-15 19:57:00 · answer #2 · answered by woo88jarrett 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
corn snake you can bend the tail alittle bit where the flap is and if it is male two prones will come out and it you see nothing then it is female and please if you feel like you will hurt the snake dont try it
2007-02-15 22:46:34 · answer #3 · answered by candyann19us 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take it whenever you want to. It doesnt matter.
2007-02-15 19:32:03 · answer #4 · answered by Beth 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋