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Here is my crude attempt to illustrate the differences between a male and female Corucia. This picture shows the outline of an adult female and male, as viewed from the top. Note that the differences are exaggerated in this illustration, and that individual Corucia may vary.
This doesn't apply to juveniles, although some of us who have kept a lot of Corucia *think* we can tell (with some reliability) based on head shape, but it's far from foolproof.
From what I've observed, there is no apparent difference in tail taper (which is usually helpful in sexing snakes). However, I am working on a theory that there *may* be some discernable difference in vent "contour" (i.e., the shape of the vent area fore and aft of the opening, as viewed from the side). Will let you know if I figure anything out in this "area".
I hope this helps some people.
-- Celeste
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