Okay, so first off I picked up a new female adult BRB for really cheap. She came from a friend that does educational shows and takes in rescues. She is a MONSTER... weighing in over 2,800 grams empty. She is really sweet so far, but very clingy. Anyways, I'm pretty happy with the pick-up!

So, now my question... I've read a few places stating that males should be somewhere around 1,500 grams before breeding. I haven't bred BRBs before, but that seems like a really high minimal weight. I say this based on breeding weight for males of other species - most of the time it's about a 3rd of the female's size. With that said, those of you with experience, is 1,500 grams an absolute minimum (maintaining the animal's health, productivity, etc.)?

Here are the pics of the new girl:



I know my tank glass needs to be cleaned.

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Chris Carille
Marist College and Mount Saint Mary College, NY
Department of Biology
Chris Carille Photography - carillephoto.com
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