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What is a good age for corns to breed?
snakelove
03-14-05, 09:50 PM
I know from talking to people who have raised snakes, and breeders that some corns can breed when 2 years old, and some breed when they are three. If you breed too young you could easily end up with an eggbound animal.
I am by no means an expert on snakes, but there are some things I do know some about.
I was told its not here age but how big they are you should look into it
Not an expert either but weight and health are really important when breeding any reptile. I would sudjest asking a reputable corn breeder what weight and age they prefer to breed their snakes at.
Invictus
03-15-05, 09:10 AM
Any less than 3 years old and you are taking a serious risk, regardless of their weight. Wait until they are 3.
Dave_18
03-15-05, 09:46 AM
ok apparently the usual breeding size is 36-42 inches (91-107 cm) usualy being around the 18 month old to 20 month old region!
gonesnakee
03-15-05, 02:07 PM
Males can breed at 18-24 months easily as can females. Breeding females at such a young age & small size puts them at a very serious risk (eggbinding) & they will always be small as a result of breeding early too. Its best with girls to wait until they are at least 3 & are of a nice large size as bigger is definitely better. If you want a small female that lays small clutches & aren't worried about risking her life, breed her young/small, if you want a big girl that double clutches every year nice & safely, wait that extra year or so IMHO Mark
P.S. IMHO most folks breed their Corns at too young of an age or too small of a size.
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