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Sexing salamandra

firesalamander

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Hi, I was wondering how large a S.s.salamandra has to be before I can sex it? Also, what are some ways I can sex it other. Than the conventional way?
 

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Really they need to be 4-5 inches long, but sometimes sooner, but no guarantees at those sizes!!


male 1st pic, female 2nd
 

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