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Jeff Schofield
at Thu Dec 31 22:34:41 2009 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by Jeff Schofield ]
I am NOT a novice; I've studied the Kingsnake clan since 1992. I've read all the major primers, including the 1995 book from Markel. In it, there is scant mention of Black Milks, and nothing addresses sexual dimorphism for that species.
A-I never accused you of being a novice, but seeing a flurry of posts is pretty telling. Majory primers?? Markel's book was full of pretty pictures but very little new information. I mentioned black milks as an example to prove that some ssp. just dont have enough specimens to develop an opinion.
Moroever, I've spent hours on the Internet researchign this topic. Like I pointed out, there are conflicting accounts. That's why I wanted the opinion of forum breeders.
A-have you read Williams book on the systematics of milksnakes? I think there is some info you would like there. Comparing captive breeding accounts and naturally occuring accounts is NOT conflicting info, its apples and oranges.
As another poster indicated awhile ago: There is scant info on this species, even in care sheets.
A-there is plenty of info out there you just have to know where to look.
I don't need basic info on care & species; I had specific questions regarding a topic NOT mentioned in the common literature.
A-I was trying to point you to what may not be common but scientific literature. The FACTS remain about the size of preserived specimens.
However, your tendency (we've been warned about you on this post) to chide, scold or mock without having all the facts is noted. At least you're consistent.
(Don't bother replying, I won't even read it.)
A-Whoever you are, you come on the forum and ask for info and I respond cooly and calmly and cite info and literature....and you rip me for it. Classic.
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I think I answered your question best - Jeff Schofield, Thu Dec 31 22:34:41 2009