i just got a hogg island boa today . he was sold to me as a male , to go w my girl . i tried to pop him , but no hemipenes were exposed. he has very large targal spurs , compared to my girl , and he has a very long tail compared to her. he also squirted out a black substance when i tried to pop him. do u guys think he is a male , or a female?
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kind of a novice question , but help would be appreciated
boaluvr123
Nov 09, 2004 03:24 PM
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bcijoe
Nov 09, 2004 05:26 PM
Chances are you didn't do it right and you just squished out some poop or musk. Did it smell horrible?
Boas have musk glands in that area - this is one form of defense...
I know i'd rather get nipped than get musked! PHEW!!
Might try the 'rubbing' method..
later - Joe Rollo
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Thanks and take care - Joe Rollo
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