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My female and male have been breeding for about a month now. The male was courting with in 15 minutes of him being in with the female. Finally she gave him after a few weeks (2 weeks). Now then have been at it off and on since the last week of June. Should I be expecting a shed by now? When should I start to expect a shed, pre-ovulation..and so on? Or will she not take since it's already been a month since they have been breeding?

Anyone have had this happen? or have any advise, or answers?

Thanks much

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(info courtesy of WWW.newenglandreptiles.com)

Ovulation in female boas is usually pretty obvious: thick mid-body swelling as if the animal has eaten a HUGE meal. Females typically shed 14-20 days after ovulation. Provide a basking spot of 90 - 92 degrees for gravid females. After ovulation, females can be fed small prey items every 14 days if necessary.

hope this helps.
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