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Old 08-24-2007, 04:54 AM   #3
crotalusadamanteus
Are you certain of the ovulation? I mean, did you witness it, or did you just notice she was bigger and start counting from the next shed? Many Boa will develop the follicles (pre-ov swell) and stay that way for some time before ovulation actually occurs. If you remove the stimulus, (the male presence) before the actual ovulation, the female may stay in that swollen state for a time, and reabsorb later, or may still ovulate. Many have mistaken this swell for actual ovulation, and assumed success, and end up pulling the male early.

If she did indeed ovulate, then she will drop babies if mating was successful, or slugs if it wasn't, when she is ready though.

I certainly hope it all goes well and she surprises you with a nice litter. If it is a worry to you, you can get an X-ray or ultrasound to see if there is embryonic development going on. May give you a better picture of what you are up against.


I wish you luck.
Rick