With bullsnakes, do males or females typically grow any larger than the other sex? Is one bulkier than the other?
Thanks! - Matt
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With bullsnakes, do males or females typically grow any larger than the other sex? Is one bulkier than the other?
Thanks! - Matt
Matt,
It would make sense to think that in nature females are smaller and less bulky, due to the resources needed for eggs production. Breeders usually keep their males smaller, because overfeeding can lead to a male less interestred in breeding. On the other hand, breeders usually "fattened up" females to insure they will have the energy to produce eggs.
Tim

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