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amtzzero Mar 10, 2008 07:42 PM

hey everyone. can someone tell me how I can tell what sex my redfoot tortoise is? the claws on the forefeet aren't that big. although I dont know if thats how you would determine sex. pics would be appreciated...

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renardv74 Mar 10, 2008 08:20 PM

This might help you

http://www.chelonia.org/sexing/sexing_Geochelone_carbonaria.htm

Your red foot should be greater than 6" long before determining their sex. You may be able to tell by the shape of the shell - Males have a figure of 8 and females are wider.

If you post a photo of your Tort (upside down) - someone might give you an opinion.

Hope this helps

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